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Marc welcomes David Stokes from the Show-Me Institute to dissect how Missouri's cities collect revenue and why the tax structure needs a rethink. Stokes reveals that Missouri municipalities rely less on property taxes than any other state—while cities like Wildwood depend on sales taxes for over 90% of local revenue. He outlines a smarter approach using a “three-legged stool” model of sales taxes, property taxes, and user fees. They debate the controversial St. Louis County sales tax pool and how proposed grocery tax cuts could disrupt municipal budgets. Stokes' latest free-market municipal guide is out now on ShowMeInstitute.org.

In this segment, Atty Kim Mathis of the Law Office of Kimberley J Mathis, Esq., LLC joins Marc Cox to discuss the legal challenges surrounding Proposition B, a ballot measure aimed at restoring checks and balances in St. Louis County government. Kim explains the legal dispute that arose when Sam Page attempted to block the measure in court, focusing on the use of the word "restore" in the proposition's language. After a successful appeal by Kim Mathis, the measure moved forward. They also explore concerns about taxpayer spending, with criticism aimed at Sam Page for using public funds to distribute anti-Proposition B materials. Kim shares insights from her extensive legal background, including her work on COVID restrictions and government accountability cases, and underscores the importance of legislative oversight

In this action-packed hour, we dive into key discussions with a diverse range of guests. First, Attorney Kim Mathis provides legal insights on Proposition B and its impact on St. Louis County's governance. Next, Jessie Jane Duff joins to discuss military issues, policy debates, and the importance of supporting American values. Tom Ackerman brings his expertise on the latest St. Louis sports news, covering the Cardinals, Blues, and more. Finally, Chesterfield Mayoral candidate Derek Grier talks about his platform focused on fiscal responsibility, economic development, and supporting small businesses as he seeks to make a difference in local governance.

On the Marc Cox Morning Show, County Councilman Mike Archer joins Marc to discuss key issues impacting Saint Louis County residents. Archer delves into the details of Prop B, which aims to balance power in the county by allowing the council to hire, fire, and discipline department directors. He explains the importance of getting accurate information from department heads for better budget decisions and the challenges posed by Sam Page's control. Archer also addresses concerns over property assessments in the county, where some land values have increased by up to 400%. He invites residents to a town hall on April 16 to ask questions directly to Assessor Jake Zimmerman about these significant tax increases. Archer also sheds light on his efforts to fight for better transparency and fair assessments, all while emphasizing the need for a more accountable government.

In the final hour of the Marc Cox Morning Show, County Councilman Mike Archer discusses Prop B, which could shift power dynamics in St. Louis County, giving the council more control over department heads. Archer also highlights concerns about rising property assessments, where some land values have soared up to 400%, and invites residents to a town hall with Assessor Jake Zimmerman. Marc then addresses the market downturn and tariff panic, offering a more optimistic perspective on the U.S. economy's long-term outlook. The show also covers the Guns and Hoses Queen of Hearts raffle, benefiting St. Louis Backstoppers, with retired fire chiefs Steve Olshwanger and Greg Brown sharing insights. Lastly, Chad Pergram from Fox News provides an update on Capitol Hill, breaking down the Senate's tax cut and spending bill, the use of budget reconciliation, and the proxy voting controversy affecting Speaker Mike Johnson.

On this episode of the Marc Cox Morning Show, Marc & Kim discuss the latest stock market dip and the panic over tariffs, debunking media-driven fears and emphasizing the long-term benefits of President Trump's global trade strategy. They also touch on the entertainment world, from the Blues' win to the quirky Savannah Bananas. Marc's Soapbox addresses economic stability amid market downturns, urging listeners to trust the bigger picture. The conversation continues with a deep dive into GoFundMe scandals, like the bizarre case of Georgia dad Chris Lewis and his fabricated story. Later, Marc covers local issues, from St. Louis County's property assessments to national trade impacts. Special segments include a spotlight on the Guns and Hoses Queen of Hearts raffle supporting the Backstoppers, and Chad Pergram from Fox News breaks down the latest Washington D.C. news, including the Senate's tax and spending bill and the challenges facing Speaker Mike Johnson.

In the 3rd hour of the Marc Cox Morning Show, Marc and Kim dive into the discussion on tariffs and their potential impact on U.S. industries, with guest Amanda Head shedding light on President Trump's trade policies and their promise for U.S. manufacturing. The conversation turns to NPR and PBS's contentious hearing in Congress, questioning their bias and relevance in today's media landscape. Genevieve Wood from the Heritage Foundation reveals troubling details about illegal immigrants exploiting the Social Security system and gaining access to voting, while also discussing the impressive reduction in border crossings under Trump's administration. Marc also breaks down the heated Proposition B debate in St. Louis County, exposing the ethics scandal surrounding Sam Page's misuse of taxpayer funds. Plus, Kim shares her latest whim on how Chesterfield's attempt to slow traffic is being met with frustration.

Coldwater Creek lies at the heart of one of the worst environmental disasters in U.S. history. It's also where Jim Gaffney played as a child growing up in north St. Louis County. “We thought we'd stay there the rest of our lives. We had no idea we were swimming in uranium waste,” said Gaffney, who has battled multiple cancer diagnoses throughout his life. Gaffney and other former residents of Coldwater Creek spoke with journalist Mike Fitzgerald, who joined “St. Louis on the Air” to discuss his recent reporting. Along with Fitzgerald, Dawn Chapman, co-founder of the group Just Moms STL, shared her insight and takeaways from the recent visit to the West Lake Landfill by EPA administrator Lee Zeldin.

Bevis Schock, a vocal opponent of Prop B, joined Marc Cox to explain why he believes this proposal threatens the separation of powers in St. Louis County. Schock argues that allowing the county council to remove department heads with a supermajority vote interferes with the county executive's ability to run government effectively. While addressing the frustration with Sam Page's administration, Schock emphasizes the long-term risks of altering the county's power structure. As Schock warns, the trade-off between immediate fixes and lasting damage could have consequences for years to come. Marc and Schock also delve into the bigger picture of accountability in local government, discussing potential alternatives and the role of electoral change over expedient solutions.

In the third hour of the Marc Cox Morning Show, the topics range from local politics to quirky news stories, with a dash of humor and political insight. Bevis Schock, a vocal opponent of Prop B, joined Marc Cox to explain how the proposal could harm the separation of powers in St. Louis County, warning of long-term consequences if the county council gains the power to remove department heads. Then, Carl Mittelman hosted the "Real or Fake News" quiz, where Marc, Kim, and Ethan went head-to-head in a hilarious challenge deciphering bizarre headlines, ending with a tough tongue twister challenge. Finally, political strategist Ashley Smith Thomas weighed in on the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, a battle that could shape the state's future redistricting and influence the 2024 elections, with heavy backing from figures like President Trump and Elon Musk. It's a jam-packed hour of local discussions, quirky facts, and high-stakes elections.

n this hour of the Marc Cox Morning Show, Marc dives into critical topics, starting with Trump's upcoming tariff rollback and the push for higher local election turnout as satellite voting opens in St. Louis County. The discussion shifts to the high-stakes Wisconsin Supreme Court race, with Elon Musk's controversial tactics challenging liberal election interference. Hans von Spakovsky joins to unpack the left's use of the courts as political tools and a major victory for conservative policies with the appeals court's ruling on USAID cuts. In a lighter segment, Marc and the crew reflect on the passing of Hollywood icon Richard Chamberlain and look forward to the thrilling prospects of Heat 2 and the shifting Sundance Film Festival. Meanwhile, the conversation turns to health news linking weight loss drugs to hair loss, Chick-fil-A's sauce launch at Costco, and the unsettling rise of liquid-based robots.

Marc & Kim bring you a jam-packed 1st hour! They kick things off by discussing the heated political drama in St. Louis County, where Republican council members blocked a resolution to honor Planned Parenthood, sparking fierce abortion debates. Marc also breaks down the tensions in Washington, with a focus on recent Senate hearings and the political fallout from sensitive leaks aimed at the Trump administration. The conversation takes a lighter turn as Marc talks about Rep. Jasmine Crockett's controversial mockery of Governor Greg Abbott at a Human Rights Campaign event. Later, Marc dives into the leak involving a Trump-hating journalist and the technical challenges surrounding it, with Elon Musk reportedly investigating. The hour wraps up with a fun segment on sibling dynamics as Kim shares her journey of expecting her second child. The hour concludes with a discussion about the growing controversy over NIL deals in college sports and the lawsuits from former athletes claiming they missed out on potential earnings.

Marc Cox and Rick Stream talk about the upcoming elections in St. Louis County, covering early voting, absentee ballots, and the challenge of potentially moving elections to later months. They emphasize the significance of local school board elections and the need for high voter turnout, especially to counter radical candidates.

(5:50am) The JFK Files, as promised, were released yesterday. Story here: https://www.newsmax.com/politics/jfk/2025/03/18/id/1203410/ (6:05am) MORNING NEWS DUMP Two of the men police say are involved in the injury of a St. Louis City Police Officer on Monday morning are now charged. White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller comments on judge's deportation rulings. Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff comments on the Russia/Ukraine situation. A federal judge has blocked President Trump's executive order banning transgender people from military service. President Trump comments on the DOGE ruling. St. Louis County's new prosecuting attorney Melissa Price-Smith is meeting with the public tonight at 6:30pm in Ballwin at a town hall hosted by Councilman Mark Harder. It's at the Ballwin Golf Club on Holloway Road and is open to the public. In spring training action, the Cardinals and Miami Marlins played to a 4-4 tie. Up next: the Washington Nationals this afternoon at 12:05pm. Blues (now 34-28-7) beat the Predators in Nashville 4-1. Up next: hosting the Vancouver Canucks (32-25-11) on Thursday night at Enterprise Center at 6:30pm. In the NIT Tournament, Saint Louis University got thumped by Arkansas State 103-78. (6:20am) We discuss our programming changes here on NewsTalkSTL which begin next Monday, March 24. The Vic Porcelli Show expands to 9am-12noon weekdays, The Allman Report with Jamie Allman moves to 12pm-2pm weekdays, and The Vince Show (which replaces Dan Bongino) moves to 8pm-10pm weeknights. (6:35am) The JFK Files were released...all 80,000 pages. Story here: https://redstate.com/jenvanlaar/2025/03/18/breaking-jfk-assassination-files-released-n2186822 Also story here: https://nypost.com/2025/03/19/us-news/jfk-assassination-files-cia-links-kgb-probe-of-lee-harvey-oswald-and-more/ Stranded astronauts finally return to Earth! Story here: https://www.foxnews.com/media/experts-reveal-how-long-take-nasa-astronauts-recover-after-nine-months-stranded-space Also story here: https://redstate.com/smoosieq/2025/03/18/splashdown-dragon-returns-with-stranded-astronauts-n2186823 Also story here: https://redstate.com/bobhoge/2025/03/18/coming-home-stranded-astronauts-on-their-way-back-to-earth-thanks-to-elon-musk-and-spacex-n2186808 (6:50am) MORNING NEWS DUMP Two of the men police say are involved in the injury of a St. Louis City Police Officer on Monday morning are now charged. White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller comments on judge's deportation rulings. Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff comments on the Russia/Ukraine situation. A federal judge has blocked President Trump's executive order banning transgender people from military service. President Trump comments on the DOGE ruling. St. Louis County's new prosecuting attorney Melissa Price-Smith is meeting with the public tonight at 6:30pm in Ballwin at a town hall hosted by Councilman Mark Harder. It's at the Ballwin Golf Club on Holloway Road and is open to the public. In spring training action, the Cardinals and Miami Marlins played to a 4-4 tie. Up next: the Washington Nationals this afternoon at 12:05pm. Blues (now 34-28-7) beat the Predators in Nashville 4-1. Up next: hosting the Vancouver Canucks (32-25-11) on Thursday night at Enterprise Center at 6:30pm. In the NIT Tournament, Saint Louis University got thumped by Arkansas State 103-78. Download the NewsTalkSTL app from your app store and listen anytime, anywhere! NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(7:05am) Brandon Arnold, Executive Vice President of the National Taxpayers Union, talks about the Congressional agenda as conservatives/Republicans work towards the next federal budget. Now that the CR passed, Congress should concentrate on the economy with good fiscal policy, including tax cuts, and good energy policy. More articles from Brandon here: https://www.ntu.org/about/staff/brandon-arnold More info on NTU here: https://www.ntu.org/ NTU on X: @NTU (7:20am) Chuck Schumer postpones (cancels?) his book tour and deals with angry Democrats along with visiting "The View." Story here: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/schumer-postpones-book-tour-due-to-security-concerns-amid-anger-from-democrats-over-government-funding-fight/ar-AA1B5Lyg?ocid=BingNewsSerp (7:35am) St. Louis County ways fired federal workers can come work for them! Story here: https://www.missourinet.com/2025/03/18/st-louis-county-encourages-fired-federal-workers-to-work-for-them/ (7:50am) We discuss common things that have faded away from our society. Download the NewsTalkSTL app from your app store and listen anytime, anywhere! NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(8:05am) MORNING NEWS DUMP Two of the men police say are involved in the injury of a St. Louis City Police Officer on Monday morning are now charged. White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller comments on judge's deportation rulings. Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff comments on the Russia/Ukraine situation. A federal judge has blocked President Trump's executive order banning transgender people from military service. President Trump comments on the DOGE ruling. St. Louis County's new prosecuting attorney Melissa Price-Smith is meeting with the public tonight at 6:30pm in Ballwin at a town hall hosted by Councilman Mark Harder. It's at the Ballwin Golf Club on Holloway Road and is open to the public. In spring training action, the Cardinals and Miami Marlins played to a 4-4 tie. Up next: the Washington Nationals this afternoon at 12:05pm. Blues (now 34-28-7) beat the Predators in Nashville 4-1. Up next: hosting the Vancouver Canucks (32-25-11) on Thursday night at Enterprise Center at 6:30pm. In the NIT Tournament, Saint Louis University got thumped by Arkansas State 103-78. (8:20am) Tesla vehicle owners and Tesla dealerships are being doxed by the Left. Story here: https://nypost.com/2025/03/18/business/tesla-doxing-website-shows-owners-personal-details-has-molotov-cocktail-as-cursor/ (8:35am) Ann Dorn from the Captain David Dorn Foundation talks about the dangers of law enforcement in light of another St. Louis City Police Officer who was critically injured on Monday morning, and the work of the Foundation to offer support to police families and first responders. Info on their 3rd annual Trivia Night on Friday, April 25, in Festus, MO: https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/captddfnd/capt-david-dorn-3rd-annual-trivia-night (8:50am) We discuss our programming changes here on NewsTalkSTL which begin next Monday, March 24. The Vic Porcelli Show expands to 9am-12noon weekdays, The Allman Report with Jamie Allman moves to 12pm-2pm weekdays, and The Vince Show (which replaces Dan Bongino) moves to 8pm-10pm weeknights. Download the NewsTalkSTL app from your app store and listen anytime, anywhere! NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new invasive tick species was recently found in St. Louis County, with more sightings expected this spring and summer. St. Louis senior scientist Solny Adalsteinsson shares how the longhorned tick may affect our already tick-riddled ecosystems, how to avoid tick bites, and what to do if you've been bitten.

As Jurassic beasts roamed the earth, a little weasel-like animal called Morganucodon was making an evolutionary breakthrough in parenting — producing milk to feed her young. Author Cat Bohannon calls this creature Morgie in her 2023 book “Eve: How the Female Body Drove 200 Million Years of Human Evolution.” Bohannon discusses the book, and insights from the evolution of Morgie, ahead of an author event in St. Louis County.

(5:50am) We discuss the baseball season opener TOMORROW in Tokyo! It's the Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Dodgers opening up the MLB season with a 2-game series. Tuesday's TV coverage for game one of the series will be on FOX, so look for it at 5am in St. Louis on FOX2. Opening Day here in the States for the rest of MLB will be on Thursday, March 27, including the Cardinals hosting the Minnesota Twins at Busch Stadium at 3:15pm. Tokyo story here: https://sports.yahoo.com/mlb/article/tokyo-series-preview-everything-you-need-to-know-as-the-dodgers-and-cubs-begin-the-2025-mlb-season-in-japan--time-schedule-pitchers-storylines-213154738.html (6:05am) MORNING NEWS DUMP According to the Missouri Highway Patrol, 13 people were killed by Friday's storms in the state. Two were in the St. Louis area...one in Jefferson County, the other in St. Louis County. Sec. of State Marco Rubio comments on the bombing of the Houthis. Sec. of Homeland Security Kristi Noem comments on the work being done at the border wall in Texas. The Trump administration is appealing judicial orders to immediately rehire thousands of fired government workers. President Trump comments on the tariffs. Washington University here in St. Louis is being investigated for racial discrimination by the Trump administration. Audio from SpaceX docking with the International Space Station (ISS). The brackets are set for NCAA March Madness. Missouri, Illinois and SIU-Edwardsville are all in the dance this year. Saint Louis University will be in the NIT facing Arkansas State in Jonesboro, Arkansas on Tuesday night at 8pm. In spring training action, the Cardinals lost to the Miami Marlins 11-5. Up next: the Washington Nationals this afternoon at 12:05pm. The regular MLB season officially opens tomorrow with the Chicago Cubs facing the Los Angeles Dodgers in Tokyo. Live coverage on Fox2 begins at 5am CT. Blues (now 33-28-7) beat the Anaheim Ducks at Enterprise Center 7-2. Up next: the Predators (25-33-8) in Nashville on Tuesday night at 7pm. (6:20am) Recovery efforts are underway in various parts of the metro area following the severe storms on Friday night which included tornadoes. Villa Ridge, MO (at I-44 and Highway 100, west of Pacific) and neighboring Gray Summit (home of Purina Farms) were two of the hard hit areas. Story from Villa Ridge here: https://www.firstalert4.com/2025/03/16/dozens-families-begin-lengthy-tornado-damage-cleanup-villa-ridge/ Also story here: https://www.ksdk.com/article/weather/severe-weather/st-louis-missouri-illinois-friday-tornado-damage-storm-wind/63-3b56b4c7-9543-455a-97e5-b2290bb59481 And story here: https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/local/10-deaths-confirmed-across-missouri-after-intense-friday-storms/63-ba8dd909-9c63-4cce-8836-d734495720c2 (6:35am) Mark Mix from National Right To Work talks about the confirmation of left-of-center, pro-union Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer. Story here: https://nrtwc.org/trump-labor-chief-pick-backed-forced-dues-bill/ Story here: https://redstate.com/jenniferoo/2025/03/11/lori-chavez-deremer-gets-confirmed-as-secy-of-labor-as-determined-democrats-re-introduce-the-pro-act-n2186536 Also story here: https://redstate.com/bobhoge/2025/03/10/breaking-senate-decides-on-trumps-controversial-pick-for-labor-secretary-lori-chavez-deremer-n2186508 (https://www.nrtw.org/) (https://nrtwc.org/) (6:50am) MORNING NEWS DUMP According to the Missouri Highway Patrol, 13 people were killed by Friday's storms in the state. Two were in the St. Louis area...one in Jefferson County, the other in St. Louis County. Sec. of State Marco Rubio comments on the bombing of the Houthis. Sec. of Homeland Security Kristi Noem comments on the work being done at the border wall in Texas. The Trump administration is appealing judicial orders to immediately rehire thousands of fired government workers. President Trump comments on the tariffs. Washington University here in St. Louis is being investigated for racial discrimination by the Trump administration. Audio from SpaceX docking with the International Space Station (ISS). The brackets are set for NCAA March Madness. Missouri, Illinois and SIU-Edwardsville are all in the dance this year. Saint Louis University will be in the NIT facing Arkansas State in Jonesboro, Arkansas on Tuesday night at 8pm. In spring training action, the Cardinals lost to the Miami Marlins 11-5. Up next: the Washington Nationals this afternoon at 12:05pm. The regular MLB season officially opens tomorrow with the Chicago Cubs facing the Los Angeles Dodgers in Tokyo. Live coverage on Fox2 begins at 5am CT. Blues (now 33-28-7) beat the Anaheim Ducks at Enterprise Center 7-2. Up next: the Predators (25-33-8) in Nashville on Tuesday night at 7pm. Download the NewsTalkSTL app from your app store and listen anytime, anywhere! 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(8:05am) MORNING NEWS DUMP According to the Missouri Highway Patrol, 13 people were killed by Friday's storms in the state. Two were in the St. Louis area...one in Jefferson County, the other in St. Louis County. Sec. of State Marco Rubio comments on the bombing of the Houthis. Sec. of Homeland Security Kristi Noem comments on the work being done at the border wall in Texas. The Trump administration is appealing judicial orders to immediately rehire thousands of fired government workers. President Trump comments on the tariffs. Washington University here in St. Louis is being investigated for racial discrimination by the Trump administration. Audio from SpaceX docking with the International Space Station (ISS). The brackets are set for NCAA March Madness. Missouri, Illinois and SIU-Edwardsville are all in the dance this year. Saint Louis University will be in the NIT facing Arkansas State in Jonesboro, Arkansas on Tuesday night at 8pm. In spring training action, the Cardinals lost to the Miami Marlins 11-5. Up next: the Washington Nationals this afternoon at 12:05pm. The regular MLB season officially opens tomorrow with the Chicago Cubs facing the Los Angeles Dodgers in Tokyo. Live coverage on Fox2 begins at 5am CT. Blues (now 33-28-7) beat the Anaheim Ducks at Enterprise Center 7-2. Up next: the Predators (25-33-8) in Nashville on Tuesday night at 7pm. (8:20am) We discuss the problem of activist judges in various parts of the country. Story here: https://redstate.com/streiff/2025/03/16/trump-appeals-rogue-judges-decision-demanding-deported-terrorists-be-brought-back-to-the-united-states-n2186719 (8:35am) Jefferson County Sheriff Dave Marshak joins us to discuss Friday night's storm damage, along with the response and recovery efforts. (https://jcsd.org/sheriff) (https://jcsd.org/) (8:50am) We continue our discussion of St. Patrick's Day. Download the NewsTalkSTL app from your app store and listen anytime, anywhere! NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug Burris, credited with turning things around at the St. Louis County jail, is now the new leader of the St. Louis City Justice Center. Burris sat down with STLPR reporter Lacretia Wimbley to discuss his plans to improve conditions at the city jail.

Dennis Hancock, current St. Louis County Councilman, joins Marc & Kim to discuss his bid for County Executive, citing dissatisfaction with current leadership under Sam Page. Hancock highlights his focus on returning to competent government, improving services like pothole repair and snow removal, and pushing for responsible economic development. He also addresses Proposition B, which empowers the council to hold county departments accountable, and his stance on regional cooperation with the city. Despite the challenges of St. Louis County's changing political landscape, Hancock believes he can unite voters across party lines to bring about change.

(8:05am) MORNING NEWS DUMP The push to return the St. Louis City Police Dept. to state oversight is one vote away in Jefferson City. Speaker Mike Johnson comments on the CR bill. President Trump deals with tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum. Dept. of Education Secretary Linda McMahon comments on the DOGE audit and cutbacks in her department as they shut down until Thursday. Missouri could be the next state to allow home school students to play on local public and charter school athletic teams thanks to a bill from Sen. Ben Brown. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy comments on the many airplane near-misses. In spring training action, the Cardinals lost to the Miami Marlins 12-5. Up next: the NY Mets this afternoon at 12:05. (8:20am) St. Louis County Executive Sam Page wastes more money getting a new flag for St. Louis County. Story here: https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/sam-page-unveils-new-flag-during-state-of-the-county-address/ (8:35am) Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins talks with us about his concerns with the state digital library program, its contractor, and the possibility of kids accessing explicit material. Story here: https://www.firstalert4.com/2025/03/10/missouri-secretary-state-suspends-funds-ebook-app/ Denny on X here: @DLHoskins (8:50am) Even though we have no clue what our management is planning to do, we discuss the loss of Dan Bongino as he leaves his syndicated radio show to join Kash Patel as they head up the FBI, and we speculate about what might happen to the show and 11am-2pm here on NewsTalkSTL. In the meantime, Vince Coglianese from WMAL in Washington, DC, will take over the show next Monday. Download the NewsTalkSTL app from your app store and listen anytime, anywhere! NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(5:50am) A local elected official will have multiple days in court as she's been accused of stealing. Izzy Imig, one of the conservative winners back in 2022 in the school board race in Rockwood School District, was arrested recently for stealing from two Target stores in the metro area. Story here: https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/local/rockwood-school-board-member-cited-for-shoplifting-running-for-reelection/63-9a96bfeb-6b27-4757-a634-fdbcf27f2d98 (6:05am) MORNING NEWS DUMP The push to return the St. Louis City Police Dept. to state oversight is one vote away in Jefferson City. Speaker Mike Johnson comments on the CR bill. President Trump deals with tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum. Dept. of Education Secretary Linda McMahon comments on the DOGE audit and cutbacks in her department as they shut down until Thursday. Missouri could be the next state to allow home school students to play on local public and charter school athletic teams thanks to a bill from Sen. Ben Brown. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy comments on the many airplane near-misses. In spring training action, the Cardinals lost to the Miami Marlins 12-5. Up next: the NY Mets this afternoon at 12:05. (6:20am) St. Louis County Executive Sam Page wastes more money getting a new flag for St. Louis County. Story here: https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/sam-page-unveils-new-flag-during-state-of-the-county-address/ (6:35am) Lydia Newman, Managing Director of Monetary Economics at the American Institute for Economic Research (AIER), gives her perspective on tariffs and taxes. More information on AIER here: https://aier.org/ More info on Lydia here: https://aier.org/people/lydia-mashburn-newman/ Check out their newsletter "The Daily Economy" here: https://thedailyeconomy.org/ Lydia on X here: @Lydiamnewman (6:50am) MORNING NEWS DUMP The push to return the St. Louis City Police Dept. to state oversight is one vote away in Jefferson City. Speaker Mike Johnson comments on the CR bill. President Trump deals with tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum. Dept. of Education Secretary Linda McMahon comments on the DOGE audit and cutbacks in her department as they shut down until Thursday. Missouri could be the next state to allow home school students to play on local public and charter school athletic teams thanks to a bill from Sen. Ben Brown. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy comments on the many airplane near-misses. In spring training action, the Cardinals lost to the Miami Marlins 12-5. Up next: the NY Mets this afternoon at 12:05. Download the NewsTalkSTL app from your app store and listen anytime, anywhere! NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Rand Paul says he will not vote for the Continuing Resolution | Tariffs on Canadian electricity | Stock market still jittery | Ukraine minerals deal 15:20 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: Will it be impossible for Tishaura to win her election? | Ste. Genevieve-Modoc Ferry at Risk of Closing after 200 years | Money for homeless | St. Louis County’s Proposition B – St. Louis County voters will decide in April whether to give the county council power to discipline and remove department heads. | Missouri Poised to Take Over St. Louis Police | Sam Page unveiled the new flag for St. Louis County | The Missouri House gave preliminary approval to slash the personal property tax on vehicleshttps://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 35:20 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is brought to you by https://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ Continuing Resolution headed to Senate | Mel Gibson and Trump https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Rand Paul says he will not vote for the Continuing Resolution | Tariffs on Canadian electricity | Stock market still jittery | Ukraine minerals deal 15:20 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: Will it be impossible for Tishaura to win her election? | Ste. Genevieve-Modoc Ferry at Risk of Closing after 200 years | Money for homeless | St. Louis County’s Proposition B – St. Louis County voters will decide in April whether to give the county council power to discipline and remove department heads. | Missouri Poised to Take Over St. Louis Police | Sam Page unveiled the new flag for St. Louis County | The Missouri House gave preliminary approval to slash the personal property tax on vehicleshttps://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 35:20 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is brought to you by https://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ Continuing Resolution headed to Senate | Mel Gibson and Trump https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(7:05am) Missouri Sen. Rick Brattin talks about the latest regarding school choice, SAPA (Second Amendment Preservation Act), the Missouri state budget, and IP reform. (https://www.senate.mo.gov/Senators/Member/31) https://rickbrattin.com/ (@RickBrattin) (7:20am) Missouri Republicans held their statewide Lincoln Days over the weekend here in Maryland Heights in St. Louis County. Here's how it looked to KCUR-FM, the NPR radio station in Kansas City: https://www.kcur.org/politics-elections-and-government/2025-03-09/at-lincoln-days-missouri-republicans-are-optimistic-they-can-withstand-a-midterm-slump Former Fenton, MO mayor and current St. Louis County Councilman Dennis Hancock announced that he's not going to run for re-election. Instead, he'll run for STL County Executive and challenge Sam Page. St. Louis City Mayor Tishaura Jones loses the support of her own party in her own city as the St. Louis Democratic Central Committee endorses Alderwoman Cara Spencer. The two are facing off on Tuesday, April 5 in the general election. Story here: https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/politics/st-louis-democratic-party-endorses-cara-spencer-mayor/63-720ade14-d160-4ac1-9844-a8243d6a76f8 (7:35am) Missouri Congressman Bob Onder joins us to talk about DOGE cuts, the CR bill and budget issues, Medicare/Medicaid, border security, and energy policies. More from Bob here: https://onder.house.gov/ https://www.congress.gov/member/robert-onder/O000177 Bob on X: @BobOnderMO (7:50am) Gabe says Tell Me Something Good! Download the NewsTalkSTL app from your app store and listen anytime, anywhere! NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Quinn, president of the Ancient Order of Hibernians for St. Louis County, joins the show to discuss the upcoming St. Patrick's Day Parade in Dogtown. With a full schedule of events, including the Irish Heritage flag raising and the Hoses, Handcuffs, and Hard Hats fundraiser, Quinn shares essential tips for navigating the busy parade day. He also highlights the grand marshals, local dignitaries, and the expected crowd dynamics. From early arrivals to the creative parade setups, Michael gives a glimpse of what's to come for this beloved St. Louis tradition.

The primary election is in full swing with absentee voting underway, and the focus shifts to significant local issues, including Prop B in St. Louis County and the ongoing controversies surrounding local school board races. County Councilman Dennis Hancock joins the conversation, discussing the growing tensions with County Executive Sam Page, who has faced criticism for avoiding transparency. Hancock details concerns about the lack of accountability and a troubling incident involving the euthanasia plan for animal control. The conversation also highlights the proposed construction of a new county building, the financial burden it would impose on taxpayers, and Page's controversial push for a lavish new county executive building. A bipartisan approach in the council raises questions about taxpayer money and the future of local governance. #PropB #StLouisCounty #SamPage #CountyCouncil #Transparency #PoliticalAccountability #LocalElections #TaxpayerMoney #MunicipalGovernment #PublicTrust

The Animal Protective Association cut ties with the St. Louis County animal shelter on Friday. The partnership's dissolution comes at a time of anxiety and suspicion among shelter volunteers, who were told they would need to reapply in order to continue volunteering at the facility. Animal advocates are also concerned after a Missouri Sunshine Law request revealed a proposal suggesting the use of mass euthanasia to lower the shelter's population. We talk about the shelter's operations with Post Dispatch reporter Kelsey Landis and County Health Director Kanika Cunningham.

In this episode of Voices of Distilling, powered by the American Distilling Institute (ADI), host Ronnell Richards sits down with Mark from 1879 Distilling in St. Louis. Mark shares how he and his partners revitalized a historic 1872 restaurant and barn, transforming them into a vibrant distillery, speakeasy, and event space—all while preserving local history and forging new traditions. From the St. Louis distilling heritage to winning medals at ADI's Spirits Competition, Mark's journey offers insight into blending community, creativity, and craft. St. Louis's Rich Distilling Heritage How 1879 Distilling resurrects the area's lesser-known spirits tradition, dating back to 19th-century brandy-making. The importance of local history and how it informs their distillery's identity. The 1872 Building Revival Why Mark chose to renovate a 19th-century bar and barn instead of constructing a “brand-new” distilling facility. Challenges and rewards of combining a restaurant, event space, and distillery under one historical roof. Crafting Spirits & Winning Awards A look at 1879 Distilling's portfolio: bourbon, rum, vodka, and flavored vodkas (black cherry, cucumber, and grape). How entering the ADI Spirits Competition provided valuable feedback and recognition. Key Business Insights Mark's background at Anheuser-Busch and how it shaped his understanding of distribution and marketing in a three-tier system. The power of patience, partnering with experts, and learning from peers to chart a unique path in craft distilling. Growing an All-Star Team Why company culture and trust in employees are vital to 1879 Distilling's success. Tips on finding the right people, training them effectively, and sharing a clear vision. Desert Island Drink Mark's go-to libation on a desert island: a good old-fashioned rum and Coke—featuring 1879 Distilling's very own rum, of course! Location: West St. Louis County, Missouri (near old Route 66) Historic Roots: Operating in a building from 1872 that previously served as a post office, general store, and later, The Village Bar. Offerings: Bourbon, rum, vodkas (including flavored varieties), plus a restaurant, speakeasy, and event space. Mission: Marry rich local history with modern craft distilling innovation. Website:1879Distilling.com Social Media: Follow 1879 Distilling on social platforms for product updates, event info, and behind-the-scenes looks. On-Site: Visit the 1879 Distilling speakeasy and restaurant for tours and tastings (mention “Voices of Distilling” for an extra warm welcome!). American Distilling Institute (ADI):distilling.com ADI Spirits Competition: Keep an eye on deadlines and categories to submit your spirits for awards and feedback. Plan a Visit: If you're near St. Louis, drop by 1879 Distilling for a taste of history and craft spirits. Try Their Award-Winning Vodkas: Sample their black cherry, cucumber, or grape vodka—medalists at the ADI Spirits Competition. Join ADI: Discover how membership can bolster your craft distilling journey—Click here to learn more. Powered By: The American Distilling Institute Host: Ronnell Richards Guest: Mark (1879 Distilling) Production: Recorded on-site at the ADI ConferenceWe're grateful for your support. If you enjoyed this episode: Subscribe & Review: Let us know what you think on your favorite podcast platform. Share: Spread the word with friends and colleagues in the spirits community. Join ADI: Become part of a passionate network shaping the future of craft distilling.Cheers to reviving local history, crafting innovative spirits, and celebrating the heart of distilling!Episode OverviewIn This Episode, You'll Learn:Key QuotesAbout Our Guest: Mark (1879 Distilling)Connect with 1879 DistillingResources & LinksAction ItemsEpisode Sponsors & CreditsThank You for Listening!

(6:05am) MORNING NEWS DUMP The MO State Supreme Court made it official: Prop. B will be on the April ballot in St. Louis County. Sec. of the Interior Doug Burgum comments on energy prices. Sec. of Homeland Security Kristi Noem comments on polygraphs. A coalition of left-wing groups held anti-DOGE protests in the metro area on Wednesday. Teamsters leader Sean O'Brien comments on support of Labor Secretary nominee Lori Chavez-DeRemer. The Gateway Arch Park Foundation says they have a partner in a proposed $670-million redevelopment along the downtown riverfront on the old Millennium Hotel land. Story here: https://www.firstalert4.com/2025/02/19/plans-announced-millennium-hotel-land-redevelopment-company-is-picked/?utm_source=taboola&utm_medium=organicclicks&tbref=hp WalletHub says that Google is making your online searches worse...on purpose! It's because they want to maximize the number of ads that you see. The Four Nations Tournament Championship game is tonight at TD Garden in Boston with Team USA and Team Canada. Faceoff at 7pm CT. Spring training games start this afternoon with the Cubs facing the Dodgers in the Cactus League. The Cardinals start their Grapefruit League schedule on Saturday against the Miami Marlins. (6:20am) The Gateway Arch Park Foundation says they have a partner in a proposed $670-million redevelopment along the downtown riverfront on the old Millennium Hotel land. Story here: https://www.firstalert4.com/2025/02/19/plans-announced-millennium-hotel-land-redevelopment-company-is-picked/?utm_source=taboola&utm_medium=organicclicks&tbref=hp (6:35am) Our afternoon co-host Tim Jones (with Chris Arps, 4pm-6pm) talks about the bill in Jefferson City to put the St. Louis City Police back under state oversight. We also look at the Bayer/glyphosate bill (HB 544). The legislation would shield the company from lawsuits claiming its glyphosate-based herbicide Roundup causes cancer. Story on Bayer here: https://missouriindependent.com/2025/02/18/missouri-house-debate-shows-gop-split-over-bill-to-protect-pesticide-makers/ (6:50am) MORNING NEWS DUMP The MO State Supreme Court made it official: Prop. B will be on the April ballot in St. Louis County. Sec. of the Interior Doug Burgum comments on energy prices. Sec. of Homeland Security Kristi Noem comments on polygraphs. A coalition of left-wing groups held anti-DOGE protests in the metro area on Wednesday. Teamsters leader Sean O'Brien comments on support of Labor Secretary nominee Lori Chavez-DeRemer. The Gateway Arch Park Foundation says they have a partner in a proposed $670-million redevelopment along the downtown riverfront on the old Millennium Hotel land. Story here: https://www.firstalert4.com/2025/02/19/plans-announced-millennium-hotel-land-redevelopment-company-is-picked/?utm_source=taboola&utm_medium=organicclicks&tbref=hp WalletHub says that Google is making your online searches worse...on purpose! It's because they want to maximize the number of ads that you see. The Four Nations Tournament Championship game is tonight at TD Garden in Boston with Team USA and Team Canada. Faceoff at 7pm CT. Spring training games start this afternoon with the Cubs facing the Dodgers in the Cactus League. The Cardinals start their Grapefruit League schedule on Saturday against the Miami Marlins. NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(8:05am) MORNING NEWS DUMP The MO State Supreme Court made it official: Prop. B will be on the April ballot in St. Louis County. Sec. of the Interior Doug Burgum comments on energy prices. Sec. of Homeland Security Kristi Noem comments on polygraphs. A coalition of left-wing groups held anti-DOGE protests in the metro area on Wednesday. Teamsters leader Sean O'Brien comments on support of Labor Secretary nominee Lori Chavez-DeRemer. The Gateway Arch Park Foundation says they have a partner in a proposed $670-million redevelopment along the downtown riverfront on the old Millennium Hotel land. Story here: https://www.firstalert4.com/2025/02/19/plans-announced-millennium-hotel-land-redevelopment-company-is-picked/?utm_source=taboola&utm_medium=organicclicks&tbref=hp WalletHub says that Google is making your online searches worse...on purpose! It's because they want to maximize the number of ads that you see. The Four Nations Tournament Championship game is tonight at TD Garden in Boston with Team USA and Team Canada. Faceoff at 7pm CT. Spring training games start this afternoon with the Cubs facing the Dodgers in the Cactus League. The Cardinals start their Grapefruit League schedule on Saturday against the Miami Marlins. (8:20am) Early voting is underway in STL City for the primary election. The primary is on Tuesday, March 4. It includes the race for Mayor, Comptroller, and Aldermanic positions in the odd-numbered wards in the city. Keep in mind that St. Louis uses "approval" voting. Story here: https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/politics/elections/what-to-know-early-voting-st-louis-municipal-primary/63-b1371555-005b-4f0b-8fc5-228aed207023 (8:35am) Gabe talks about a creepy anonymous text that he got on his phone and it includes pdf files. No, he didn't open it. (8:50am) Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem warned employees that polygraph tests will be used to help crack down on leaks that agency officials say have foiled ICE's immigration enforcement plans. Story here: https://www.foxnews.com/us/dhs-says-can-should-will-administer-polygraph-exams-amid-ice-raid-location-leaks NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Trump tells Hamas to release the hostages or else | Nancy Mace talks about her sexual assault on the House floor 15:41 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: Streets department director on leave during snow storm | An Update on North St. Louis Grants: A Post-Dispatch investigation found millions in grant money going to inactive businesses, vacant lots, and tax-delinquent recipients | An Update on Land Banks in Missouri: St. Louis County wants a new land bank, despite corruption and failures | Legislation to End Judicial Bias in Missouri: New proposals would stop courts from automatically deferring to state agencies and require them to interpret laws independentlyhttps://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 34:21 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is about Trump's executive orders and is brought to you by http://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Trump tells Hamas to release the hostages or else | Nancy Mace talks about her sexual assault on the House floor 15:41 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: Streets department director on leave during snow storm | An Update on North St. Louis Grants: A Post-Dispatch investigation found millions in grant money going to inactive businesses, vacant lots, and tax-delinquent recipients | An Update on Land Banks in Missouri: St. Louis County wants a new land bank, despite corruption and failures | Legislation to End Judicial Bias in Missouri: New proposals would stop courts from automatically deferring to state agencies and require them to interpret laws independentlyhttps://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 34:21 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is about Trump's executive orders and is brought to you by http://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour of the Marc Cox Morning Show, Marc and Kim discuss the tragic deaths of two children in St. Louis County due to an unsecured firearm. Jim Carafano from the Heritage Foundation dives into the complexities of the Gaza situation and how Trump's proposals are more about strategic pressure than U.S. intervention. Rep. Bob Onder gives insight into the GOP's internal debate over government spending cuts, the renewal of tax cuts, and the return of federal employees to the office. Plus, Kim on a Whim, too!. #StLouisTragedy #JimCarafano #Gaza #RepBobOnder #GOPSpending #TrumpTaxCuts #FederalEmployees #MarcCox #KimOnAWhim

(8:05am) MORNING NEWS DUMP Several St. Louis County department leaders don't want you to vote on changing the County Charter in April. Six of them filed a lawsuit to block Proposition B. Stephen Miller comments on the USAID financial fiasco. Missouri now has its own web version of DOGE. Trump takes action to prevent men from participating in women's sports, girls' sports, or being able to access their locker rooms. BIG win for women. Promises made, promises kept. The Left scrambled to put together protests in all 50 states yesterday because...you know...their shenanigans are being exposed every day. Netanyahu comments on Trump's ideas about the future of Gaza. Wrong suspect locked up in St. Louis! Chris Gatlin spent 17 months in jail for a crime that an artificial intelligence program said he committed, only to be freed after the prosecutor learned there was no real evidence! Story here: https://fox2now.com/news/fox-files/jailed-over-police-ai-program-then-freed-17-months-after-victim-raised-doubts/ Blues host the Florida Panthers tonight at Enterprise Center at 7pm. (8:20am) President Trump signed an executive order that bans men from women's sports and locker rooms. He said, "From now on, women's sports will be only for women." The "No Men In Women's Sports Executive Order" was signed in the East Room of the White House and attendees included former collegiate swimmer Riley Gaines. So where are all the women's rights advocates on the left cheering this victory for women??? They're oddly silent. Oh, that's right...they don't know what a woman is. Story here: https://www.yahoo.com/news/trump-limit-transgender-athletes-rights-193105559.html Also story here: https://redstate.com/terichristoph/2025/02/05/trump-signs-eo-protecting-womens-sports-n2185259 (8:35am) Dennis Ganahl from MO Tax Relief Now talks about efforts to eliminate the state income tax in Missouri. More info here: https://www.motaxreliefnow.org/ (@DGanahl) (8:50am) We wrap-up the show and wipe everything down...too much coughing!! NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(7:05am) Illinois Rep. Mike Bost talks about the fiasco surrounding USAID...where's the money going? (https://bost.house.gov/) (7:20am) We discuss favorite Super Bowl party food menu items. And the NFL finally decides to remove the banner that's painted in the end zones that reads "End Racism." (7:35am) Sam Page "vetoes" a bill he has no power to veto and it's ignored by everyone as the St. Louis County department directors file a lawsuit against the council and board of elections regarding a ballot question. Story here: https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/politics/st-louis-county-department-directors-file-lawsuit-against-council-and-board-of-elections-over-ballot-question/63-70c01864-04d5-4474-b58f-c2e26764599c Don't you hate those drivers who poke along in the passing lanes? State Sen. Adam Shnelting wants to increase penalties for those folks who drive slowly in the left lane. Story here: https://www.firstalert4.com/2025/02/04/state-senator-looks-add-keep-right-laws-missouri/?utm_source=taboola&utm_medium=organicclicks&tbref=hp (7:50am) Petersburgh (NY) Town Justice Richard T. Snyder stepped down after he said all defendants are guilty in an effort to skirt jury duty – and then struggled to defend his ill-advised declaration in front of a state commission! Story here: https://nypost.com/2025/02/04/us-news/petersburgh-town-justice-richard-snyder-resigns-after-shocking-comments/ NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(6:05am) MORNING NEWS DUMP Several St. Louis County department leaders don't want you to vote on changing the County Charter in April. Six of them filed a lawsuit to block Proposition B. Stephen Miller comments on the USAID financial fiasco. Missouri now has its own web version of DOGE. Trump takes action to prevent men from participating in women's sports, girls' sports, or being able to access their locker rooms. BIG win for women. Promises made, promises kept. The Left scrambled to put together protests in all 50 states yesterday because...you know...their shenanigans are being exposed every day. Netanyahu comments on Trump's ideas about the future of Gaza. Wrong suspect locked up in St. Louis! Chris Gatlin spent 17 months in jail for a crime that an artificial intelligence program said he committed, only to be freed after the prosecutor learned there was no real evidence! Story here: https://fox2now.com/news/fox-files/jailed-over-police-ai-program-then-freed-17-months-after-victim-raised-doubts/ Blues host the Florida Panthers tonight at Enterprise Center at 7pm. (6:20am) Trump signs EO to get men out of women's sports and locker rooms. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed the signing and noted that the EO would signal "the end of a disgusting betrayal of women and girls.” Promises made...promises kept. Sanity restored...biology confirmed. Story here: https://redstate.com/terichristoph/2025/02/05/trump-signs-eo-protecting-womens-sports-n2185259 (6:35am) Professor Nicholas Giordano, from Campus Reform and Suffolk Community College (NY), joins us to talk about the Department of Education doling out over $200M to universities to inject DEI into counseling courses. Point Of View: Students cannot read or write at grade level, know little about American history, and are unable to pass a basic citizenship exam, yet the Department of Education has prioritized spending over $200 million taxpayer dollars, since 2021, to fund counseling programs for antiracism, microaggressions, white privilege, and whiteness at 48 universities. In fact, the Department of Education has spent over a billion dollars in grants to fund DEI initiatives throughout our education system, from kindergarten through college. The Department of Education is not the only culprit. The Leadership Institute’s Campus Reform has reported how the National Science Foundation has increased its granted funded DEI projects to higher education institutions increased from .29% in 2021 to 27% in 2024. Other agencies have also funneled money to our higher education institutions to promote the DEI industrial complex. This isn’t an investment in our students’ future, it is a racket to fund a far-left political agenda. As a parent and a professor, I would prefer (and demand) that our tax dollars go to a real education that prioritizes academic excellence, critical thinking, and a genuine understanding of history and civics, rather than ideological indoctrination.When my semester began a week ago, only a handful of students were able to pass a citizenship exam. Just days ago, I asked my class, "What is the primary purpose of government," only to be met with silence and blank stares. This is the devastating reality of our education system. It should come as no surprise that 60% of students entering two-year colleges and 40% of those entering four-year institutions have to take at least one remedial course for content they should have learned and mastered in high school. So, they may not be able to read, write, or do math at the college level, but if they are attending Michigan State University, at least students can earn credit for MSU’s racial constructs and racism in healthcare program. Given last week’s news from the National Assessment for Educational Progress that America has once again hit historic lows in student proficiency, it is time for the Trump administration and Congress to take bold action. Campus Reform is reporting that the Trump administration has begun drafting an executive order that will begin to pare down the Department of Education and encourage Congress to pass legislation that eliminates the Department of Education. Critics argue that the closure of the Department of Education will lead to a student body unable to read and write. I hate to break it to them, but that’s the current reality, and comes as the Department of Education’s budget has increased over 200% since 1990. Congress must also reevaluate the use of grant funding to our higher education institutions. Federal tax dollars should not be used to indoctrinate students or compel our higher education institutions to develop tools to silence and censor Americans. Instead, every grant provided to higher education should be based on improving student outcomes that can be measured. Any institution that prioritizes activism over academics should lose any federal funding they receive until they get back to the core mission of academia. Taxpayers should not subsidize any political party, ideology, or agenda. The time for half-measures is over, and if we are serious about fixing our broken education system, we can no longer tolerate the waste, fraud, and abuse, that has left an entire generation thoroughly unprepared for the real world. More info on Campus Reform here: https://www.campusreform.org/ (https://www.campusreform.org/profile/5457422) (@PasReport) Check out his podcast "The PAS Report Podcast" here: https://pasreport.com/biography-nicholas-giordano-political-commentator/ (6:50am) MORNING NEWS DUMP Several St. Louis County department leaders don't want you to vote on changing the County Charter in April. Six of them filed a lawsuit to block Proposition B. Stephen Miller comments on the USAID financial fiasco. Missouri now has its own web version of DOGE. Trump takes action to prevent men from participating in women's sports, girls' sports, or being able to access their locker rooms. BIG win for women. Promises made, promises kept. The Left scrambled to put together protests in all 50 states yesterday because...you know...their shenanigans are being exposed every day. Netanyahu comments on Trump's ideas about the future of Gaza. Wrong suspect locked up in St. Louis! Chris Gatlin spent 17 months in jail for a crime that an artificial intelligence program said he committed, only to be freed after the prosecutor learned there was no real evidence! Story here: https://fox2now.com/news/fox-files/jailed-over-police-ai-program-then-freed-17-months-after-victim-raised-doubts/ Blues host the Florida Panthers tonight at Enterprise Center at 7pm. NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-19:55) Caller Adam has a bone to pick and would like the stage. And he's been removed from the stage. GOAT this man. Pulling back the curtain of the TMA Listener of the Month competition. Cardinal draft picks haven't really blossomed into superstars. The 11 most iconic plays in Suber Bowl history. Edmonds gave that dump button a workout. (20:04-44:58) Jacob Kirn of the St. Louis Business Journal joins us. Some South Countians in the Facebook comments of Jacob's article don't care for Tim. Talking about the St. Louis Board of Aldermen meeting. Accusations of alcohol use. Dysfunction abound. Discussion of use of the Rams money. Mutiny on the floor of the Board. The board reconvening today. What St. Louis County is doing with ther share of the money. (45:07-1:03:55). Andy Crouppen is in studio with a nice little ensemble on. Solving the city's problems during the commercial break. The Telepathy Tapes. Deja vu. Delving into lunacy. Martin had some lean last week. Barrett Sports Medias mid-market morning drive rankings. Dirt & Sprague. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Hour 1, St. Louis mayoral candidate Michael Butler joins Chris and Amy to discuss his campaign, the $294 million Rams settlement, and his vision for improving city services, tackling crime, and strengthening public schools. They also analyze polling for Tishaura Jones and Cara Spencer and discuss the potential state takeover of the St. Louis Police Department. In Hour 2, Bernie Miklasz and George Mahe join to talk about Valentine's Day dining options, the Kyrie Irving trade to the Lakers, and the latest on Cardinals spring training. They also debate the NFL's potential 18-game schedule and preview concerts by Willie Nelson and Bob Dylan. Hour 3 sees John Horn dive into tariffs, their economic impacts, and how they affect US trade relations. They also discuss sports betting in Missouri and the ongoing legal battle over the St. Louis County prosecutor appointment.

In this episode of the Burn Podcast, we are joined by Brandon J, the owner of Brandon J Roofing, one of the premier roofing companies in St. Louis County, MO. Known for providing unmatched solutions, Brandon J Roofing has earned a reputation for excellence in the industry.Brandon's story is both unique and inspiring. From serving time in prison to becoming a multi-millionaire business owner, coach, and motivational speaker, his journey reflects the transformative power of perseverance. His life experiences serve as a source of inspiration for those around him, as he works to change lives every day, especially for individuals who are ready to commit to personal growth.What sets Brandon apart as a business owner is his unorthodox approach to leadership. His conversations with his team extend beyond sales and marketing. He emphasizes the importance of providing for their families and improving their quality of life—topics many other leaders might not address.Tune in to this episode to hear how Brandon J turned his life around through sheer will and unwavering faith, and how he continues to inspire and empower others to do the same.https://www.bennewmancoaching.com************************************Learn about our Upcoming events and programs:https://www.workwithbnc.comLet's work TOGETHER https://www.bennewmancoaching.comLet's work together to write YOUR next book- BNC PublishingSend us a messageOrder my latest book The STANDARD: Winning at YOUR Highest Level: https://amzn.to/3DE1clY1st Phorm | The Foundation of High Performance Nutrition1stPhorm.com/bnewmanConnect with me everywhere else:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuedfightFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Continuedfight/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ContinuedFightLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-newman-b0b693https://www.bennewmancoaching.com************************************ Learn about our Upcoming events and programs:https://www.workwithbnc.comLet's work TOGETHER https://www.bennewmancoaching.comLet's work together to write YOUR next book- BNC PublishingSend us a message Order my latest book The STANDARD: Winning at YOUR Highest Level: https://amzn.to/3DE1clY1st Phorm | The Foundation of High Performance Nutrition1stPhorm.com/bnewman Connect with me everywhere else: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuedfight Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Continuedfight/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ContinuedFight Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-newman-b0b693

Republicans in the Missouri General Assembly want to place a board with gubernatorial appointees in charge of overseeing the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. It's an idea with high-level support among police unions and Missouri's new governor, but fierce opposition from St. Louis' top elected officials. We talk about the proposal with one of its most vocal backers, Republican state Senator Nick Schroer from St. Louis County.

Members of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra performed before women inmates at the St. Louis County jail Tuesday with the goal of inspiring them to learn an instrument. Stuart McMillian has details.

As we all know, the foster to adoption process doesn't magically happen.  We will hear from long-term social workers and colleagues from St. Louis County, Char Matheson and Katie Rodel about their day-to-day work.  Char and Katie have reputations for excellence in serving the adoption, foster care, and kinship communities, often going above and beyond… The post Let's Talk – Getting to Permanency with County Adoption/Kinship Social Workers appeared first on Foster Adopt Minnesota.

New game debuts with complete chaos and we have the Pick Em Challenge Jefferson County sheriff debunks viral serial killer hoax spreading panic online Gunfight with St. Louis County officers ends with police car hitting, killing man Florida Man Arrested For Sexual Contact w/ Animal ... Allegedly Tried to Put Penis in Horse's Nostril    Follow us @RizzShow @MoonValjeanHere @KingScottRules @LernVsRadio @IamRafeWilliams - Check out King Scott's Linktr.ee/kingscottrules + band @FreeThe2SG and Check out Moon's bands GREEK FIRE @GreekFire GOLDFINGER @GoldfingerMusic THE TEENAGE DIRTBAGS @TheTeenageDbags and Lern's band @LaneNarrows http://www.1057thepoint.com/Rizz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

St. Louis Zoo WildCare Park plans to open to the public in 2027, but the 425 acre conservation area in north St. Louis County is already home to 38 animals. Park leaders share what it takes to transform a golf course into a safari park, the zoo's aim to bolster endangered species, and how the park will be a boon to local wildlife and the regional economy.

Lawyers for County Executive Sam Page and Governor Mike Parson met in court this week to argue their case for appointing a new St. Louis County prosecutor to replace Wesley Bell. The unusual legal battle that pits county and state interests against each other is just one of the topics tackled in this month's Legal Roundtable. Attorneys Mary Anne Sedey, Liz Lenivy and Dave Roland also dig into a former St. Louis county staffer's retaliation claim — and why the Los Angeles Rams prefer arbitration to a local courtroom.

(00:00-14:46) Interim Head of Explore St. Louis, Bob Wallace, in-studio. Talking The Dome and Rams relocation. (14:47-28:17) Talking with Bob Wallace about the St. Louis Football Cardinals relocation. Playing audio from Gene McNary talking about building a stadium in St. Louis County and the ramifications on his political career and audio of Vince Schoemehl's rebuttal. Asking Bob who was telling the truth. What lead up to the Cardinals leaving St. Louis? (28:18-48:26) When did Bob notice the Rams relocation start to pick up momentum? No one was complaining about the dome when the team was good and the place was filled. Dealing with the city/county divide. How many billionaires we got in this area? (48:27-51:38) Breaking down what Bob Wallace had to say. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Chimp Crazy star Tonia Haddix stopped by and hung out. You don't want to miss this incredible interview. Man changes mind about living in hand-dug cave for winter after talking with law enforcement Husband goes on rampage after finding wife having sex with his brother in a car — as his mom sat in front Woman regrets removing belly button, ‘gifting' it to boyfriend This St. Louis County restaurant serves the ‘best sandwich' in Missouri, food writers say Proposed Law May Expand Sick Leave to Include Pets For NYC Workers Woman sues JetBlue over ‘dangerously cold' ice cream sandwich that she says cracked her tooth Blue-bearded man accused of threatening to blow up Ulta Beauty store in Alabama   Follow us @RizzShow @MoonValjeanHere @KingScottRules @LernVsRadio @IamRafeWilliams > Check out King Scott's band @FreeThe2SG and Check out Moon's bands GREEK FIRE @GreekFire GOLDFINGER @GoldfingerMusic THE TEENAGE DIRTBAGS @TheTeenageDbags and Lern's band @LaneNarrows http://www.1057thepoint.com/Rizz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices