Fifteen members or associates of a south St. Louis gang have been convicted and sentenced for drug, gun, and other crimes. Among them is rapper Davante “Jizzlebuckz” Lindsey, 27, who was sentenced on September 9 to 12 years in prison. Andre “Luh Half” Pearson, 28, received an 11-year sentence on September 20. Both were leaders of the 55 Boyz gang, which had been responsible for a significant amount of fentanyl distribution in south St. Louis.
Ron Mittler is working to develop more resilient soybean crops. For years, mid-Missouri has faced unpredictable weather patterns, including droughts, heat waves, and flooding. These conditions have made it difficult for farmers to maintain agricultural yields. While controlling the weather is not possible, Mittler and his team aim to harness soybeans' natural ability to adapt to unfavorable conditions and increase their yields.
The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 1,926 home loans totaling $526.2 million in Missouri during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.
As of August 2024, Missouri experienced a 20.9% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.3% increase.
U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, along with U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, introduced bipartisan legislation to ensure all contractors working with children are authorized to have a nationwide background check.
The Grand Center Arts District recently recognized the leadership and contributions of Saint Louis University's president and inaugural presidential spouse at its 2024 gala, "A Grand Celebration," held on September 20.
U.S. District Judge Rodney W. Sippel sentenced Joshua Allen Morris, 39, to 110 months in prison on Thursday. Morris, a convicted felon, was caught twice with firearms and drugs.
A U.S. Postal Service mail handler in St. Louis has been indicted on charges of pandemic fraud and stealing checks from the mail, according to an announcement made Wednesday by the U.S. District Court.
Greater St. Louis, Inc. has announced the return of Downtown St. Louis Restaurant Week, scheduled for October 14-20, 2024. This event will feature specials and deals at some of the most popular restaurants and bars in the area.
The owner of a nonprofit in St. Louis has been indicted on charges of fraudulently obtaining over $2 million meant for feeding low-income children in Missouri. Cymone McClellan, 31, faces four felony counts of wire fraud.
There were 1,238 VA home purchase loans issued in Missouri in the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 totaling $343 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.
Greater St. Louis, Inc. celebrated the graduation of the 18th cohort of the Fellows Experience, a program dedicated to the development of diverse mid-career professionals. The initiative aims to address challenges faced by professionals of color as they advance their careers.
Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has released statements following a phone call with Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe. According to Hawley, Rowe personally contacted him to dispute a whistleblower allegation but refused to provide a written response.
The University of Missouri (Mizzou) has seen significant growth and achievements, as highlighted in the recent State of the University Address. The university's value and impact were underscored through various metrics and initiatives.
A Texas businessman has been indicted in St. Louis for allegedly attempting to defraud Medicare of more than $4.5 million through fraudulent claims for COVID-19 test kits, securing over $1.9 million in the process.
U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has joined forces with U.S. Senator Ed Markey (D-Mass.) to reintroduce the Warehouse Worker Protection Act. This bill aims to safeguard warehouse workers by banning hazardous work speed quotas that result in high injury rates. The legislation also grants new enforcement powers to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and includes an exemption for small businesses.