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The Missouri Department of Transporation is asking the public to help in the fight against human trafficking.   Saturday is National Awareness Day for of Human Trafficking Prevention Month and according to the National Human Trafficking Hotline there were 249 trafficking cases in MO in 2023 involving 356 victims.  Thats due in part to the…

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As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, both conservative and liberal politicians say higher education changes in red parts of America could be a road map for the rest of the country. Trump has pledged to dismantle diversity programs that he says amount to discrimination, and conservatives around the country have pointed to diversity…

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Nominations are now being accepted for Public Safety Awards that honor both heroic first responders and civilians in Missouri. The MO Dept of Public Safety is looking to recognize those who took action beyond the call of duty with the Red White and Blue Heart Award, the MO Medal of Valor, the Gov’s Medal, and…

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PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump says he won’t rule out the use of military force to seize control of the Panama Canal and Greenland as he declared U.S. control of both to be vital to American national security. Speaking to reporters less than two weeks before he takes office on Jan. 20…

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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The FBI now says the New Orleans truck attack acted alone when he drove a pickup truck into a crowd of New Year’s revelers, killing 14 people. The driver had posted videos on social media hours before the early Wednesday carnage saying he was inspired by the Islamic State group and…

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The popular four-day St.Louis Auto Show opens next week. Billed as the city’s largest automobile event, it has a long history. This year the Auto Show at America’s Center and The Dome will feature over 25 manufacturers with more than 500 new vehicles on display. But according to Wikipedia it had more modest beginnings. The…

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As the Holiday Season continues there are still numerous activities for family-fun in the region. The Sleigh Shed at STL Union Station continues its holiday activities thru next Tuesday with glittering holiday decor and musical performances. Monday is the last day at the Station for the Polar Express Train Ride which takes you on a…

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ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — Large fossil fuel companies would have to pay fees to help New York fight the effects of climate change under a bill signed by Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul. The governor signed the new law Thursday. It requires companies responsible for substantial greenhouse gas emissions to pay into a state infrastructure fund…

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A St.Louis County State Senator is looking ahead to the new legislative session. 13th District Senator Angela Mosley reports a successful Christmas Toy Giveaway for kids that was hosted in conjunction with the group Breaking Generational Poverty where she played Mrs. Claus… but she says there are several bills coming up in the new MO…

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WASHINGTON (AP) — American Airlines briefly grounded flights nationwide due to a technical issue just as the Christmas travel season kicks into overdrive and winter weather is threatening more potential problems for those planning to fly or drive. American flights were cleared to fly by federal regulators about one hour after a national ground stop…

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A St. Louis non-profit that uses the arts and storytelling to promote a more peaceful and caring community is now set to launch a series of Public Service Announcements to help change the stigma about mental health care in disadvantaged urban areas. Through a $122,000 grant from the Youthbridge Community Foundation, Story Stitchers is creating…

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NEW YORK (AP) — The suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO is back in New York facing new federal charges of murder and stalking, escalating the case after his earlier indictment on state charges. Luigi Mangione agreed to return to New York after a Thursday morning court appearance in Pennsylvania where he was arrested…

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On Wednesday Missouri Governor-elect Mike Kehoe announced the appointment of Jessica Bax as the new Director of the Missouri Department of Social Services. She will assume the role in January and then await MO Senate confirmation. Today he also spoke on KTRS’ Frank and Jill Show.  Kehoe talked about his growing up in North St.…

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DETROIT (AP) — U.S. safety regulators have backed away from seeking a recall of nearly 50 million air bag inflators. They will instead investigate further after the auto industry raised questions about whether all the inflators are defective. The move by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is different from a decision reiterated in January…

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The Chairwoman of the St. Louis County Council is speaking out about what she says are significant budget challenges in the New Year. As the County Council prepares for the 2025 fiscal year, Shalonda Webb says that despite efforts to maintain fiscal stability, rising costs and an increasing demand for essential services have left STL…

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NEW YORK (AP) — The accused killer of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO has been charged with murder as an act of terrorism. Prosecutors disclosed the indictment Tuesday as they worked to bring Luigi Mangione to a New York court from from a Pennsylvania jail. The 26-year-old Mangione already had been charged with murder in the Dec. 4…

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ST. LOUIS (AP) — Joel Hofer made 26 saves, Robert Thomas had a goal and an assist and the St. Louis Blues beat the reeling New York Rangers 3-2 on Sunday night. Hofer won for the fourth straight start, beating the Rangers twice during the run. Former Ranger Pavel Buchnevich and Jordan Kyrou also scored…

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  This week St.Louis Mayor Tishara Jones and Board of Alderman President Megan Green released their plan for the use of the approximately $277 million in Rams settlement money. The Transform STL Act was filed this week by Ward 7 Alderwoman Alisha Sonnier and splits the money into 6 independent funds addressing various needs including…

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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump has invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend his inauguration next month. Trump with the move is extending a diplomatic olive branch even as he threatens to levy massive tariffs on Chinese goods once he becomes president. Trump’s incoming press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, confirmed on Thursday…

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The University of Missouri is building a new School of Engineering to address the high demand for trained engineers across the St.Louis region and the state and a just announced grant gives the project a significant boost. UMSL will welcome its first engineering students next fall, and say the new school aligns with Greater St.…

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