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Dooley, Corrigan share the stump in South County

Dooley, Corrigan share the stump in South County

The candidates for St. Louis County executive appeared together at a campaign event for the first time on Wednesday afternoon in Lemay.

Sep 08, 2010 | 3:46 pm | Loading…

Carnahan's new ad: "Hey, Roy, you're running against me"

Carnahan's new ad: "Hey, Roy, you're running against me"

ST. LOUIS -- It's no surprise that Republican Senate hopeful Roy Blunt has invoked the names of Barack Obama and Nancy Pelosi in ads targeting his rival.

Updated: 12:44 am Sep 08, 2010 | 2:32 pm | Loading…

Jefferson City among capitals chosen for EPA 'greening' projects

WASHINGTON -- The Environmental Protection Agency said today that Jefferson City was one of five cities selected in a federal project to revitalize state capital neighborhoods in green and sustainable ways.

Sep 08, 2010 | 12:32 pm | Loading…

Nixon calls for tax credit cuts, kicks off review

JEFFERSON CITY -- Gov. Jay Nixon asked an advisory group today to give him a comprehensive plan for scaling back state tax credits by Thanksgiving.

Sep 08, 2010 | 11:01 am | Loading…

In Illinois, Obama stumps for Giannoulias, while Kirk stresses centrism

In Illinois, Obama stumps for Giannoulias, while Kirk stresses centrism

Contenders for Obama's old Senate seat are neck-and-neck.

Updated: 12:44 am Sep 08, 2010 | 10:13 am | Loading…

New St. Louis bike center to help cyclists commute downtown

St. Louisans who cycle to work will soon have a spot to park their bikes, store their clothes, shower, and maybe even get a latte.

Updated: 12:45 am Sep 08, 2010 | 9:21 am | Loading…

Robin Carnahan's campaign against concealed handguns

Robin Carnahan's campaign against concealed handguns

Nowhere in the U.S. Senate hopeful's list of achievements are voters told about her efforts leading a group of underfunded advocates that took on — and defeated — one of Washington's most powerful special interests.

Sep 08, 2010 | 12:15 am | Loading…

Martin, Carnahan agree to a pair of debates

Martin, Carnahan agree to a pair of debates

ST. LOUIS -- Ed Martin will no longer have to debate himself.

Sep 07, 2010 | 4:28 pm | Loading…

GOP vote fueled Missouri Top Ten primary turnout increase; Illinois declines

Study shows pro-Republican sentiments fueled higher turnouts even as long-term primary voting declines.

Sep 07, 2010 | 4:10 pm | Loading…

Chicago Mayor Daley's retirement announcement stuns Illinois

Chicago Mayor Daley's retirement announcement stuns Illinois

Son of the original ``Boss'' won't run in 2011

Sep 07, 2010 | 3:21 pm | Loading…

Green to speak out against anti-earnings tax campaign

Green to speak out against anti-earnings tax campaign

Some city leaders are now speaking out against Proposition A, which seeks to repeal the city earnings tax.

Updated: 12:43 am Sep 07, 2010 | 12:53 pm | Loading…

Roy Blunt features St. Louis small business in new ad

ST. LOUIS -- When Republican Roy Blunt launched his campaign for U.S. Senate, he assured that, unlike previous GOP candidates, he would not cede urban voters to Democrats.

Updated: 12:43 am Sep 07, 2010 | 10:20 am | Loading…

Blunt's ties to Abramoff resurface

Blunt's ties to Abramoff resurface

Carnahan reminds voters of the overlapping political circles with the convicted lobbyist.

Sep 07, 2010 | 12:05 am | Loading…

Lure hearing ends; Judge to consider testimony regarding downtown St. Louis nightclub's liquor license

ST. LOUIS - The owners and attorneys of Lure Nightclub - the last of three downtown clubs once targeted by the city - defended themselves today against city allegations that the club attracts violen…

Sep 03, 2010 | 4:38 pm | Loading…

In town for fundraising, Boehner offers early gift for Martin

In town for fundraising, Boehner offers early gift for Martin

ST. LOUIS -- John Boehner, Minority Leader in the U.S. House, will be in town this weekend to help GOP Congressional hopeful Ed Martin raise cash.

Sep 03, 2010 | 4:32 pm | Loading…

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