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Is a dad-daughter day at the track worth the gamble? We put Fairmount Park to the test
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Is a dad-daughter day at the track worth the gamble? We put Fairmount Park to the test
Fairmount Park is a 20-minute drive central St. Louis, admission is free and a snack of a couple of Cokes and Italian ices isn’t ruinously expensive.
https://www.stltoday.com/life-entertainment/local/article_f4816104-b264-4e38-a4b0-e5db8229762f.html
about 2 hours ago
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Scattered storms increase Sunday afternoon and evening
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Scattered storms increase Sunday afternoon and evening
ST. LOUIS – Another hot and humid day ahead for Sunday with shower and thunderstorm activity increasing from midafternoon through the evening hours. Storms will be capable of producing locali…
https://fox2now.com/news/weather/scattered-storms-increase-sunday-afternoon-and-evening/
about 6 hours ago
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Belleville police sell T-shirts to support chief during medical treatment
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https://www.bnd.com/news/local/community/belleville/article316032074.html
about 8 hours ago
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Water main break floods homes in Olivette, University City
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Water main break floods homes in Olivette, University City
Missouri American Water said at least 12,000 customers were impacted by a boil water advisory after a major water main break sent floodwaters through neighborhoods in Olivette and University City o…
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/water-main-break-floods-homes-in-olivette-university-city/
about 8 hours ago
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Bosnia-Panama match draws passionate crowd to St. Louis
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Bosnia-Panama match draws passionate crowd to St. Louis
Soccer fans packed Energizer Park on Saturday for an international, pre-World Cup showdown between Bosnia and Panama. For many in attendance, the match was about more than soccer. It was a celebrat…
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/bosnia-panama-match-draws-passionate-crowd-to-st-louis/
about 8 hours ago
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Multiple people have been shot near a festival in Toledo, Ohio, authorities say
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Multiple people have been shot near a festival in Toledo, Ohio, authorities say
Multiple people were shot Saturday near a busy community street festival in Toledo, Ohio, and a search for the suspects was ongoing as victims were taken to nearby hospitals, police said. Toledo po…
https://fox2now.com/news/ap-top-headlines/ap-multiple-people-have-been-shot-near-a-festival-in-toledo-ohio-authorities-say/
about 19 hours ago
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'Mass casualty event' reported at West Virginia ball park
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‘Mass casualty event’ reported at West Virginia ball park
Multiple people were taken to the hospital Saturday afternoon following what 911 officials called a “mass casualty event” at Kendrick Family Ball Park in Morgantown.
https://fox2now.com/news/national/mass-casualty-event-reported-at-west-virginia-ball-park/
about 19 hours ago
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Belleville's Skyview Drive-In is now for sale, realtor says
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Belleville’s Skyview Drive-In is now for sale, realtor says
Skyview Drive-In, one of few remaining drive-in theaters in the St. Louis region, is now for sale, an Illinois real estate agent says.
https://fox2now.com/news/illinois/bellevilles-skyview-drive-in-is-now-for-sale-realtor-says/
about 20 hours ago
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Nootbaar's 8th-inning HR lifts Cardinals to 6-5 win over Reds
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Nootbaar’s 8th-inning HR lifts Cardinals to 6-5 win over Reds
Lars Nootbaar hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the eighth inning and Jordan Walker also homered as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Cincinnati Reds 6-5 on Saturday.
https://fox2now.com/sports/st-louis-cardinals/nootbaars-8th-inning-hr-lifts-cardinals-to-6-5-win-over-reds/
about 21 hours ago
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Boil advisory issued in Olivette, Overland and University City
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Boil advisory issued in Olivette, Overland and University City
Missouri American Water has issued a boil water advisory for parts of Olivette, Overland and University City after a water main break.
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/boil-advisory-issued-in-olivette-overland-and-university-city/
about 23 hours ago
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St. Louis Public Schools employee diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease
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St. Louis Public Schools employee diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease
Missouri health officials recently notified St. Louis Public Schools that an employee has been diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease, according to new information released by the district.
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/st-louis-public-schools-employee-diagnosed-with-legionnaires-disease/
1 day ago
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Man killed, two hurt in overnight Warren County crash
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Man killed, two hurt in overnight Warren County crash
One man was killed and two others were hurt in an overnight crash in Warren County, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/man-killed-two-hurt-in-overnight-warren-county-crash/
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St. Louis tool libraries offer free alternative to buying equipment
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STL tool libraries offer free way to buying equipment
Tool libraries are providing St. Louis residents with a practical and free way to access the equipment they need.
https://fox2now.com/stl-guide/st-louis-tool-libraries-offer-free-alternative-to-buying-equipment/
1 day ago
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Chief Pontiac burial site underneath parking garage
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Chief Pontiac burial site underneath parking garage
A bronze plaque on the side of the Stadium East Parking Garage in downtown St. Louis marks the traditional burial site of Chief Pontiac, a significant Indigenous leader of the eighteenth century.
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/chief-pontiac-burial-site-underneath-parking-garage/
1 day ago
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Steamy Saturday forecast with spot showers and storms
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Steamy Saturday forecast with spot showers and storms
ST. LOUIS – It’ll be hot and humid on Saturday with temperatures reaching near 90 degrees and heat index readings to the mid 90s. There will be a mix of clouds and sun with a few spot s…
https://fox2now.com/news/weather/steamy-saturday-forecast-with-spot-showers-and-storms/
1 day ago
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Edwardsville community gardens grow food, pollinators and connection
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Why gardeners keep coming back to this Edwardsville community space
"Even if they don't cross paths with the other gardeners very often, they see that they've been there in their own plots and that makes them feel part of a community."
https://www.theintelligencer.com/news/article/edwardsville-il-good-dirt-community-garden-22290099.php
1 day ago
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St. Louis billboards honor Black people as 'America's MVP'
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St. Louis billboards honor Black people as ‘America’s MVP’
Civil rights activist and Skate King CEO Matthew Foggy Jr. has launched a billboard campaign across St. Louis and East St. Louis, featuring the message “Black People America’s MVP.̶…
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/st-louis-billboards-honor-black-people-as-americas-mvp/
1 day ago
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Jam-packed sports weekend hits St. Louis
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Jam-packed sports weekend hits St. Louis
Baseball fan Demario Pleasant traveled to St. Louis from Ohio for Friday night’s baseball game at Busch Stadium. He stopped by Top Notch Axe Throwing before the game.
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/jam-packed-sports-weekend-hits-st-louis/
1 day ago
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East St. Louis 'Wear Orange Day' honors gun violence victims
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East St. Louis ‘Wear Orange Day’ honors gun violence victims
East St. Louis City Hall hosted its sixth annual “Wear Orange” Day on National Gun Violence Awareness Day, honoring victims of gun violence and supporting survivors. The event comes as …
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/east-st-louis-wear-orange-day-honors-gun-violence-victims/
1 day ago
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Demolition plan threatens historic St. Louis school's future
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Demolition plan threatens historic St. Louis school’s future
Euclid School in the Fountain Park Lewis Place neighborhood almost looks like it belongs on a movie set. It’s unique, but also dangerous in its decay.v
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/demolition-plan-threatens-historic-st-louis-schools-future/
1 day ago
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It occupies a full city block. Now this metro-east entertainment hub is for sale
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https://www.bnd.com/living/food-drink/article316025550.html
1 day ago
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Police-Fire pay parity fight complicates St. Louis budget
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Police-Fire pay parity fight complicates St. Louis budget
Police and fire unions are weighing in on a proposed pay parity raise that has delayed approval of St. Louis’ 2027 fiscal year budget.
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/police-fire-pay-parity-fight-complicates-st-louis-budget/
2 days ago
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Panama vs. Bosnia match unites soccer fans in St. Louis
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Panama vs. Bosnia match unites soccer fans in St. Louis
With less than 24 hours until kickoff, excitement is reaching a fever pitch among fans preparing for Saturday’s international soccer match in St. Louis.
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/panama-vs-bosnia-match-unites-soccer-fans-in-st-louis/
2 days ago
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Missouri appeals court rewrites income tax ballot language
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Missouri appeals court rewrites income tax ballot language
A Missouri appeals court rewrote the ballot language for a proposed constitutional amendment that would get rid of the state’s income tax.
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/missouri-appeals-court-rewrites-income-tax-ballot-language/
2 days ago
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Swansea woman charged with murder in East St. Louis shooting
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Swansea woman charged with murder in East St. Louis shooting
A Swansea woman has been charged with murder in connection to the death of a woman in East St. Louis earlier this week.
https://fox2now.com/news/illinois/swansea-woman-charged-with-murder-in-east-st-louis-shooting/
2 days ago
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LIST: Guide to St. Louis region farmer's markets
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LIST: Guide to St. Louis region farmer’s markets
ST. LOUIS – Farmers market season is returning across the St. Louis region, bringing fresh produce, local goods, and community events to neighborhoods on both sides of the Mississippi River. …
https://fox2now.com/stl-guide/st-louis-farmers-markets/
2 days ago
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Festus mayor, councilmen sue in effort to stop recall election
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Festus mayor, councilmen sue in effort to stop recall election
Festus Mayor Sam Richards and three city councilmen filed a lawsuit Friday in an effort to block a recall election tied to the city’s controversial data center plans.
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/festus-mayor-councilmen-sue-in-effort-to-stop-recall-election/
2 days ago
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Victim identified, Swansea woman charged in fatal East St. Louis shooting
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https://www.bnd.com/news/local/crime/article315998802.html
2 days ago
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Edwardsville School District 7 Salutes Retirees With Combined Century Of Service
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Edwardsville School District 7 Salutes Retirees With Combined Century Of Service
EDWARDSVILLE - The Edwardsville School District 7 Board of Education recognized four administrative retirees during its May 2026 meeting, honoring more
https://www.riverbender.com/news/details/edwardsville-school-district-7-salutes-retirees-with-combined-century-of-service-94063.cfm
2 days ago
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Iconic Belleville business is looking for a new owner to keep the films rolling
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https://www.bnd.com/news/local/article316020069.html
2 days ago
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Metro-east man faces multiple child porn charges after task force investigation
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https://www.bnd.com/news/local/crime/article316023897.html
2 days ago
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Food Truck Friday Tower Grove Park tour dates
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Food Truck Friday Tower Grove Park tour dates
ST. LOUIS – After two successful Friday nights in May, food truck season is officially back for the summer. Every other Friday evening, from 4-8 p.m., Tower Grove Park is hosting more than 20 mobil…
https://fox2now.com/news/food-truck-friday-tower-grove-park-tour-dates/
2 days ago
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LIST: 40 days of St. Louis soccer events for the World Cup
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LIST: 40 days of St. Louis soccer events for the World Cup
St. Louis City SC is hosting 40 consecutive days of soccer-related events throughout St. Louis to celebrate and connect locals during the World Cup, featuring activities for all ages and skill leve…
https://fox2now.com/stl-guide/list-40-days-of-st-louis-soccer-events-for-the-world-cup/
2 days ago
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Delmar Loop expands dining scene with five new restaurants
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Delmar Loop expands dining scene with five new restaurants
The Delmar Loop in St. Louis has welcomed five new Asian restaurants and two more are preparing to open in the coming months, reflecting ongoing investment in the area.
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/delmar-loop-expands-dining-scene-with-five-new-restaurants/
2 days ago
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What can the Cardinals do with Nolan Gorman, Victor Scott stuck in slumps?
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What can the Cardinals do with Nolan Gorman, Victor Scott stuck in slumps?
Two players who the St. Louis Cardinals prepared to take on larger everyday roles this season, Nolan Gorman and Victor Scott, both find themselves working through prolonged offensive slumps, puttin…
https://fox2now.com/sports/st-louis-cardinals/what-can-the-cardinals-do-with-nolan-gorman-victor-scott-stuck-in-slumps/
2 days ago
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14-year-old reels in Missouri state-record fish
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14-year-old reels in Missouri state-record fish
LACLEDE COUNTY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) commends Grovespring’s 14-year-old angler for his recent catch of the state-record river redhorse sucker. On May 16, Memphis…
https://fox2now.com/news/14-year-old-reels-in-missouri-state-record-fish/
2 days ago
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Video released of Wildwood officer-involved shooting
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Video released of Wildwood officer-involved shooting
Note: The full video of the critical incident briefing can be found linked in the third paragraph. Viewer discretion is advised. ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. – The St. Louis County Police Department…
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/video-released-of-wildwood-officer-involved-shooting/
2 days ago
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Man arrested, charged after windows shattered at Steve's Hot Dogs
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Man arrested, charged after windows shattered at Steve’s Hot Dogs
A man accused of shattering windows in two separate acts of vandalism at Steve’s Hot Dogs this week has now been arrested and charged, police say.
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/man-arrested-charged-after-windows-shattered-at-steves-hot-dogs/
2 days ago
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Cardinals' Chaim Bloom shared advice to Cleveland Browns before Myles Garrett trade
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Cardinals’ Chaim Bloom shared advice to Cleveland Browns before Myles Garrett trade
St. Louis Cardinals President of Baseball Operations Chaim Bloom advised the Cleveland Browns on a potential return in the Myles Garrett trade, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing players wi…
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/cardinals-chaim-bloom-shared-advice-to-cleveland-browns-before-myles-garrett-trade/
2 days ago
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Edwardsville Intelligencer wins 14 Illinois Press Association awards, most ever
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The Intelligencer just had its biggest Illinois Press Association contest ever
The awards recognized the newspaper’s work in reporting, photography, editorials and community service.
https://www.theintelligencer.com/news/article/edwardsville-newspaper-illinois-press-awards-2026-22292289.php
2 days ago
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Officials seek potential victims of Columbia urgent care physician
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Officials seek potential victims of Columbia urgent care physician
The federal government is seeking potential victims of a Columbia, Missouri, urgent care physician.
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/officials-seek-potential-victims-of-columbia-urgent-care-physician/
2 days ago
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Legionella bacteria found in St. Louis Public Schools' central office
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Legionella bacteria found in St. Louis Public Schools’ central office
Saint Louis Public Schools says Legionella bacteria was found in parts of its water and cooling systems at its Central Office administration building.
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/legionella-bacteria-found-in-st-louis-public-schools-central-office/
2 days ago
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Ready, Set, Weekend: St. Louis events June 5-7
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Ready, Set, Weekend: St. Louis events June 5-7
ST. LOUIS – As the first weekend of June begins, a variety of events across the St. Louis region are set to bring an early taste of summer. Spirit of St. Louis Air Show & STEM Expo Saturd…
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/ready-set-weekend-st-louis-events-june-5-7/
2 days ago
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St. Louis among cities with most dog bites on postal workers
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St. Louis among cities with most dog bites on postal workers
As June marks the national Dog Bite Awareness Campaign, officials are releasing the statistics on cities and states with the most reported dog bite incidents.
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/st-louis-among-cities-with-most-dog-bites-on-postal-workers/
2 days ago
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Belleville News-Democrat recognized for its reporting. Revisit the winning work
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https://www.bnd.com/news/local/article316010872.html
2 days ago
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Albert Pujols reflects on Cardinals Hall of Fame honor, franchise's future
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Albert Pujols reflects on Cardinals Hall of Fame honor, franchise’s future
In his first local interview since being inducted into the Cardinals Hall of Fame Albert Pujols talks about the special honor and gives his insight on this young Cardinals team that’s exceeding exp…
https://fox2now.com/sports/st-louis-cardinals/albert-pujols-reflects-on-cardinals-hall-of-fame-honor-franchises-future/
2 days ago
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St. Louis will allow extended alcohol hours during World Cup
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St. Louis will allow extended alcohol hours during World Cup
The City of St. Louis will allow extended alcohol sales during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/st-louis-will-allow-extended-alcohol-hours-during-world-cup/
2 days ago
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Missouri Republicans talk ending state income tax
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Missouri Republicans talk ending state income tax
Missouri Republicans are advancing a proposal to eliminate the state income tax, which supporters say would give residents more control over their money and attract jobs and population growth, whil…
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/missouri-republicans-talk-ending-state-income-tax/
2 days ago
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Spirit of St. Louis Air Show & STEM Expo returns, U.S. Blue Angels to headline
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Spirit of St. Louis Air Show & STEM Expo returns, U.S. Blue Angels to headline
The 2026 Spirit of St. Louis Air Show & STEM Expo will feature the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, Canadian Snowbirds, F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team, and other aerobatic teams, as well as a STEM Expo …
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/spirit-of-st-louis-air-show-stem-expo-returns-u-s-blue-angels-to-headline/
2 days ago
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Illinois named 3rd-worst state for vehicle thefts. These 10 models are most stolen
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https://www.bnd.com/news/state/illinois/article315996874.html
2 days ago
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