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Frank Carter, a 67-year-old cancer survivor from Orange County, Florida, completed a 2,000-mile canoe journey down the Missouri River with his dog, Amos, after overcoming mantle cell lymphoma through immunotherapy. The expedition, which took 64 days and faced extreme weather, followed his cancer treatment at Moffitt Cancer Center.

The Butterfly Kisses Alliance, founded by nurses in St. Louis in 2023, supports grieving families after the loss of a baby through hospital care reforms and global comfort kits. The article also highlights AI technology in car dealerships for vehicle diagnostics and a Virginia man using line dancing to unite his community.

The Butterfly Kisses Alliance, founded by St. Louis nurses, supports grieving parents after baby loss through hospital care changes and global comfort kits. Car dealerships use AI-powered UVEye systems to diagnose vehicle issues rapidly, and a Virginia man unites his community through line dancing classes and charitable efforts.

The article highlights the growing inadequacy of U.S. social safety net programs, particularly housing and food assistance, as costs for essentials like housing and healthcare outpace wages. It details systemic issues such as long waitlists for Section 8 housing, administrative errors in assistance programs, and policy decisions that prioritize tax cuts over support for low-income families.

A rare Amur leopard named Irina escaped her enclosure at Greenville Zoo in South Carolina, prompting evacuations and a perimeter setup. Zoo staff tranquilized her and returned her to the den, ensuring the safety of the male leopard and two cubs. Amur leopards are critically endangered with fewer than 150 remaining in the wild.

A leopard named Irina escaped her exhibit at the Greenville Zoo in South Carolina, prompting staff and guest evacuations. Zoo staff tranquilized her and returned her to her enclosure. Irina, a first-time mother of twin cubs, is an Amur leopard, a critically endangered species with fewer than 150 remaining in the wild.

A rare Amur leopard named Irina escaped her enclosure at Greenville Zoo in South Carolina, prompting an evacuation and perimeter setup. Zoo staff tranquilized her and returned her to her den, ensuring the safety of the male leopard and her twin cubs. Amur leopards are critically endangered with fewer than 150 remaining in the wild.

Cass Information Systems Inc. reported net income of $10.6 million in the second quarter, with earnings of 81 cents per share. Adjusted earnings were 71 cents per share, and the company generated $49.9 million in revenue during the period.

Over 200 U.S. mayors are urging the federal government to reverse cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) enacted in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The law requires states to fund some SNAP benefits starting in 2027 and imposes new eligibility and work requirements, leading to over 4 million Americans losing benefits and increased pressure on food banks.

More than 200 U.S. mayors are urging the federal government to reverse changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which will impose new eligibility requirements and require states to fund some benefits starting in 2027. The mayors argue these cuts exacerbate a food security crisis, with over 4 million Americans already losing benefits.

Stifel Financial Corp. reported Q2 net income of $226.5 million with earnings of $1.34 per share, adjusted to $1.42 per share. The company generated $1.45 billion in revenue, exceeding Street forecasts.

A St. Louis man, Timothy Kemper, is charged with first-degree murder and other offenses after shooting at individuals rummaging through his parked car. His lawyer claims the shooting was self-defense, but experts argue deadly force cannot be used solely to protect property. The incident occurred in Lindenwood Park, where car break-ins have been reported.

A St. Louis man, Timothy Kemper, is charged with first-degree murder and other offenses after shooting at individuals he said were rummaging through his parked car. His attorney argues the shooting was self-defense, but legal experts note deadly force is not justified solely for property protection unless a threat of harm exists.

A mother and father in St. Louis were arrested after their two children were found locked inside a feces-covered room with a broken 14-story window. Court records indicate both parents face first-degree charges of endangering the welfare of a child.

A mother and father in St. Louis were arrested after their two children were found locked inside a feces-covered room with a broken window on the 14th floor. The parents face first-degree charges of endangering the welfare of a child, and both were taken into custody.

A mother and father in St. Louis were arrested after their two children were found locked inside a room covered in feces with a broken window on the 14th floor. The parents face first-degree charges of endangering the welfare of a child.

A 65-year-old man was robbed of his wallet at a Jack in the Box in St. Louis and later dragged by a car after confronting the suspect. The suspect reversed the vehicle, causing the man to be dragged and sustaining a cut to his arm before fleeing the scene. The victim was hospitalized, and police are investigating.

A 65-year-old man was robbed and dragged by a car in the parking lot of a Jack in the Box in St. Louis after his wallet was stolen. He was injured and hospitalized, and police are investigating the incident.

A study found that 34% of adolescents seeking treatment for cannabis use disorder (CUD) in 2022 faced admission delays, with wait times attributed to pandemic-related disruptions and increased demand. The research, analyzing data from 2012 to 2022, highlights growing challenges in accessing care for CUD among 12-17-year-olds.

A study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine found that nearly 34% of adolescents seeking treatment for cannabis use disorder in 2022 experienced admission delays. The increase in wait times followed several years of decline and may reflect pandemic-related disruptions and rising demand for care.

A 2022 study found nearly 34% of adolescents seeking treatment for cannabis use disorder (CUD) experienced admission delays, with wait times increasing sharply since 2015. The study, analyzing over 124,000 adolescent admissions between 2012 and 2022, linked the trend to pandemic-related disruptions and higher demand for care.

Five people were killed in a targeted mass shooting against a family in East St. Louis, Illinois. Two teenagers were arrested, and the shooter is connected to the victims' family. The incident occurred at three locations, including a park.

Five family members were killed and two critically injured in a shooting across three locations in St. Louis, including Jones Park. Two 16-year-old suspects, related to each other and one of the victims, are in custody.

Five family members were killed and two critically injured in a shooting across three locations in St. Louis, including Jones Park. Two 16-year-olds are in custody; both suspects are related to each other and one is connected to a victim.

Five family members were killed and two critically injured in a multi-location shooting in St. Louis. The incident occurred at three locations, including Jones Park, with seven people shot. Two 16-year-olds are suspects in custody, related to each other and one connected to a victim.

Missouri homebuilders report declining business amid a national housing slump, with construction starts and permits dropping significantly in May 2025. Builders attribute the downturn to rising mortgage rates and high costs, leading to reduced sales and construction activity in Missouri metro areas.

Edward Jones Investments, led by managing partner Penny Pennington, is leveraging AI to address a talent shortage caused by an aging workforce of financial advisers. The firm aims to retain expertise by centralizing knowledge from client interactions and using AI to enhance advisers' efficiency, while maintaining a human-centered business model.

A bankruptcy judge in St. Louis approved a $46.75 million settlement for victims of the 2023 23andMe data breach, with $32.46 million still owed to affected individuals.

A St. Louis woman fell into an open manhole on a sidewalk on July 4, sustaining minor injuries. The incident highlights concerns about public safety, as the manhole was marked as a city water meter pit, making it the property owner's responsibility. A similar incident occurred in 2021, prompting discussions about infrastructure maintenance.

Jamie Hassan fell into an open manhole on a St. Louis sidewalk, sustaining minor injuries and requiring hospital treatment. A Good Samaritan helped her escape the pitch-black hole. The incident highlights concerns about public safety, with the manhole's responsibility attributed to the property owner despite being on a city sidewalk.

A St. Louis woman, Jamie Hassan, fell into an open manhole on a city sidewalk, sustaining minor injuries. The manhole, marked as city water infrastructure, was managed by the property owner. Hassan expressed concerns about public safety hazards, citing a similar incident in 2021.

A WalletHub report identifies the 10 most stressed cities in the U.S. based on 39 metrics across four categories: work stress, financial stress, family stress, and health and safety stress. The list includes cities like Detroit, Baltimore, Cleveland, and Memphis.

A report by WalletHub identified the 10 most stressed cities in the U.S. based on 39 metrics across four categories: work stress, financial stress, family stress, and health and safety stress. The top cities listed include Detroit, Baltimore, Cleveland, Memphis, Shreveport, Gulfport, Philadelphia, Jackson, Akron, and St. Louis.

Tenants at a north Minneapolis public housing complex are experiencing issues similar to those that led to a lawsuit against the property’s former owner in St. Louis. The lawsuit in St. Louis cited 'intolerable conditions' years before the current crisis at Heritage Park.

Karlie Kloss, married to Joshua Kushner, discusses navigating her role in the Trump-Kushner family while maintaining her Democratic values. She emphasizes the importance of bipartisan dialogue and states she has not met Donald Trump. Kloss highlights her exposure to diverse political views and the need for open conversation in a divided country.

Bosnian Americans in St. Louis celebrate their homeland's participation in the World Cup, with many emotionally invested in Bosnia's performance. The event offers refugees a chance to reconnect with their war-torn homeland through pride in its historic tournament appearance.

A 10-year-old boy has been charged with first-degree murder in the shooting of his infant niece. The case is being processed at the Mel Carnahan Courthouse in St. Louis, which is part of the 22nd Judicial Circuit Court of Missouri.

Ca’Marion Pawnell, the father of 7-month-old Kiyomi Parker, was arrested and charged with second-degree felony murder and endangering the welfare of a child after she was shot by a 10-year-old in St. Louis. The 10-year-old, who was charged with first-degree murder in juvenile court, reportedly accessed a gun stored under a mattress, and a 7-year-old was present during the incident.

The father of an infant killed by a 10-year-old in St. Louis was arrested and charged with second-degree felony murder and endangering the welfare of a child. A 10-year-old boy, who reportedly accessed a gun stored under a mattress, was charged with first-degree murder in juvenile court for shooting the 7-month-old child.

The father of an infant killed by a 10-year-old in St. Louis was arrested and charged with second-degree felony murder and endangering the welfare of a child. The 10-year-old, who shot the 7-month-old infant, was charged with first-degree murder in juvenile court, making him potentially the youngest person in Missouri history to face such charges.