St. Louis Public Radio

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The Missouri Department of Transportation will reopen Interstate 44 through downtown St. Louis on Friday afternoon after stabilizing a bridge column exposed by the recent cave-in of a street under the interstate. https://t.co/sQEnaUh2kQ

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St. Charles County Executive Steve Ehlmann had planned to retire but is now seeking a sixth term in office.

It's partly, he said, because he believes he’s the only candidate who can prevent former state Sen. Bill Eigel from winning the job.https://t.co/tQzDLW692N

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A new Trailnet report finds that traffic violence in the St. Louis region disproportionately impacts communities of color and low-income neighborhoods.

The report points to disinvestment and inequitable infrastructure funding mechanisms as key issues. https://t.co/0xmON71IlP

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Nearly two weeks after a massive cave-in beneath I-44 in downtown St. Louis, crews are nearing the end of stabilization work, bringing officials closer to determining what caused the collapse.

From @STLonair: https://t.co/3aDtexEF0u

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A new pedestrian bridge in Pontoon Beach and a 4.5-mile MetroBikeLink extension near MidAmerica are expanding trail access in the Metro East.
https://t.co/QdgWUy6BDE

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The approval of a controversial $3 billion data center project planned near the Armory site has left some St. Louis residents wondering: What is the Board of Public Service?

Here’s what you need to know about the board that approved the project. https://t.co/aTAVyDUOk1

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The Supreme Court agreed to shield Monsanto from liability over its weed killer Roundup.

The ruling comes as the company's new owner struggles to resolve thousands of costly lawsuits from people who claim the key ingredient caused their cancers. From NPR: https://t.co/c4zaOYX0Wm

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From assaults to suicide attempts, emergency calls can be a sign of problems that jails can’t handle on their own.

In St. Louis’ city jail, calls highlight how chronic staffing shortages and limited resources add to rising tensions and unsafe conditions. https://t.co/hXtCSWLp3U

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Missouri conservation agents are using trained detection dogs to investigate wildlife crimes like poaching cases.

From @KBIA: https://t.co/DdcJyuThK1

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A $10 million bucket of settlement funds from the NFL and Stan Kroenke could reenergize St. Louis’s efforts to tackle vacant properties haunting the city.

If approved, funds would add staff, strengthen enforcement and improve data tracking and analysis. https://t.co/39GKILzTYX

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East St. Louis School District 189 is preparing to scale back tutoring and before- and after-school programs as a court weighs the future of a federal grant.

A ruling expected by June 30 will determine whether funding is restored or fully cut off. https://t.co/7x3vjhjFIz

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The Cardinals announced a major leadership change, naming Bill DeWitt III as CEO.

His father, Bill DeWitt Jr., will remain chairman and principal owner after overseeing the team through two World Series championships and 12 division titles. https://t.co/U7pYCIC0Tb

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A new library could be coming to O’Fallon, Illinois.

Officials want voters to approve a $17.5 million bond issue this November to help pay for a facility more than twice the size of the current library. https://t.co/8nyMcsP3u4

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Roughly two years after falling short in a highly competitive gubernatorial primary, Bill Eigel is setting his sights on the St. Charles County executive’s office.
https://t.co/eHSp0otoFc

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Four paddlers set off Tuesday from western Montana, attempting to break the record of 33 days, 18 hours and 45 minutes.

The team will remain on the Missouri River nearly nonstop, but will have a 30-person support crew helping. Columbia Missourian reports:
https://t.co/8QBKqyCKoG

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The Ferguson City Council passed a slimmed-down budget that cuts 12 full-time positions as the city struggles with financial issues.

https://t.co/wQNY0shr66

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UPDATE: St. Louis police say there is no mandate for bars in the Grove to close early this weekend, clarifying a security plan that frustrated business owners ahead of Pride celebrations.

https://t.co/zB6v3hQyNV

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More than 200 business, academic and government leaders gathered at Missouri University of Science and Technology to make the case for AI and data centers.

The event covered the economic opportunities supporters see and the concerns driving resistance. https://t.co/xTTRGjmloI

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WashU Libraries’ Film and Media Archive collection is celebrating the 60th anniversary of documentary film company Kartemquin Films with a free summer screening series.

The lineup includes award-winning films that explore sports, activism and art. https://t.co/Nth8LGJzoo

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Missouri lawmakers are taking a closer look at data centers.

A public hearing planned for September will give residents a chance to weigh in as lawmakers consider new oversight requirements. https://t.co/eI07WunWpN