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Downtown St. Louis launches new public safety ambassador program

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 1, 2024

Greater St. Louis, Inc. has introduced a new Downtown Public Safety Ambassadors program to enhance public safety in the area. These trained, unarmed, uniformed security officials will provide an additional layer of visible security, complementing existing patrols by the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department (SLMPD). The program aims to improve the overall experience for residents, workers, and visitors.

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In Missouri, 383 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 30, 2024

Missouri registered 383 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

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Fifteen members or associates sentenced for involvement in south St. Louis gang activities

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 30, 2024

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.

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Researcher works on enhancing soybean resilience against adverse weather

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 30, 2024

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.

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VA provides 1,926 home loans in Missouri totaling $526.2 million in Q2

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 28, 2024

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.

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Missouri sees inflation increase as of August 2024

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 26, 2024

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.

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Hawley and Durbin introduce bill expanding background checks for childcare workers

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 26, 2024

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.

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Interest grows in Missouri's Fast Track Incentive Grant Program

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 26, 2024

A program designed to help Missourians enter high-demand job fields and fill critical positions continues to see significant success.

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Southeast Missouri felon sentenced to over nine years for guns and drugs

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 26, 2024

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.

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St. Louis postal worker indicted for alleged check theft and pandemic fraud

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 26, 2024

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.

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Downtown St. Louis Restaurant Week returns October 14

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 26, 2024

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.

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St. Louis nonprofit executive indicted for alleged $2 million student meal fraud

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 26, 2024

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.

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VA provides 1,238 home purchase loans in Missouri in Q2

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 25, 2024

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.

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Greater St. Louis celebrates 18th cohort graduation from Fellows Experience

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 25, 2024

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.

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Senator Hawley criticizes Acting Secret Service Director over handling of whistleblower allegations

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 25, 2024

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.

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University of Missouri highlights record applications and rankings improvements

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 25, 2024

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.

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Texas businessman indicted for alleged $1.9 million COVID test kit fraud

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 25, 2024

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.

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Hawley joins Markey in reintroducing Warehouse Worker Protection Act

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 25, 2024

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.

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Former basketball player pleads guilty to pandemic loan fraud

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 25, 2024

A former professional basketball player admitted to committing $272,774 worth of fraud involving pandemic aid programs on Wednesday. Lorenzo Gordon, 41, from Chesterfield, pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in St. Louis to one felony count of theft of government money.

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Defense Credit Union Council: Hawley credit card bill could ‘expose transactions to increased fraud risks’

By Show-Me State Times reports | Sep 24, 2024

The Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) said that proposed federal credit card regulations could “jeopardize veterans financial security” and lead to increased credit card fraud risk.