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Wesley Bell refiles petition to remove Councilman Dennis Hancock over nepotism hire

3 months 3 weeks ago
In his final days in office, St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell has refiled a quo warranto petition seeking to remove Dennis Hancock from the St. Louis County Council over a nepotism hire earlier this year. In a press conference, Bell said Hancock engaged in a coverup to avoid the punishment for Missouri's nepotism law, which requires an elected official to forfeit their position. Bell's office previously dropped a similar quo warranto petition to continue the investigation. The…
Sam Clancy

Bill targeting Missouri’s ‘puppy mill problem’ returns ahead of 2025 legislative session

3 months 3 weeks ago
A Democrat from St. Ann is once again pushing for legislation placing more restrictions on commercial dog breeders, though it faces long odds thanks to resistance from pet stores and large agriculture operations. A bill that would regulate commercial animal breeders is awaiting the 2025 legislative session — though its sponsor predicts pushback from pet stores and large agriculture operations. State Rep. Doug Clemens, a Democrat from St. Ann, filed the bill last year and unsuccessfully tried…
Annelise Hanshaw

Do you know a thriving family business in St. Louis? Submit your nomination now

3 months 3 weeks ago
The St. Louis Business Journal is currently accepting nominations for the 2025 Family Business Awards, which recognize family-owned companies that are navigating financial success, overcoming challenges and making an impact in the St. Louis region. The deadline to submit a nomination is Sunday, July 20. Submit yours here. The program will award companies in several different categories based on the number of generations of ownership. Winners will be selected by the St. Louis Business Journal's…
Veneta Rizvic