St. Louis County Nears New Data Center Rules

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MO – October 21, 2026 (STL.News) St. Louis County is moving closer to establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for data centers as local officials consider new restrictions on facility locations, electricity consumption, water usage, noise, and environmental oversight. The proposed regulations would introduce a four-tier classification system based on facility size and energy demands, creating different requirements for smaller operations and large-scale data centers. The St. Louis County Planning Commission has recommended the regulations to the County Council, bringing the county closer to establishing standards for an industry experiencing significant growth as demand for artificial intelligence,

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St. Louis Street Food Festival Returns Oct. 24–25

Fourth annual festival brings more than 20 food vendors, affordable tastings, live entertainment, and family activities to Ballpark Village. ST. LOUIS, MO – October 21, 2026 (StLouisRestaurantReview) Downtown St. Louis will draw food lovers this weekend as the fourth annual St. Louis Street Food Festival returns to Ballpark Village on Saturday, October 24, and Sunday, October 25, 2026. The two-day celebration will feature more than 20 participating food trucks and restaurants, international flavors, live entertainment, cooking demonstrations, eating competitions, and activities designed for visitors of all ages. One of the festival’s biggest attractions is its affordable tasting concept. Organizers

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St. Louis Street Food Festival Set for Downtown

Ballpark Village plans more than 20 food vendors, live entertainment, and family activities for October 24–25. ST. LOUIS, MO – October 21, 2026 (STL.News) Downtown St. Louis is preparing for another major weekend attraction as the fourth annual St. Louis Street Food Festival returns to Ballpark Village on Saturday, October 24, and Sunday, October 25, 2026, bringing together food vendors, entertainment, and family activities in the heart of the city. A Taste of Your Town is expected to feature more than 20 food trucks and restaurants, with all participating vendors offering individual menu items priced at $5 or less.

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Alabama Man Sentenced in Missouri Pharmacy Burglary

CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO – October 20, 2026 (STL.News) A federal judge has sentenced an Alabama man to nearly five years in prison for participating in the burglary of a southeastern Missouri pharmacy that resulted in the theft of approximately 16,800 prescription pills, including thousands containing controlled substances. Cornelius Cardez Bray, 32, of Birmingham, Alabama, received a 57-month federal prison sentence Tuesday from U.S. District Judge Stephen N. Limbaugh Jr. The judge also ordered Bray to pay $2,174.66 in restitution to the pharmacy targeted in the March 13, 2025, burglary in Kennett, Missouri. The sentencing concludes the federal prosecution of

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Maryland Man Convicted in $18.7M Medicare Fraud

Federal jury finds laboratory owner guilty of six criminal counts after prosecutors establish that millions were billed for unauthorized respiratory tests involving nursing home residents. BALTIMORE, MD – October 20, 2026 (STL.News) A federal jury in Maryland has convicted a laboratory owner of orchestrating an $18.7 million Medicare fraud scheme that exploited nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, billing the federal health insurance program for expensive respiratory tests that physicians never ordered and, in numerous cases, were never performed. Patrick Britton-Harr, 42, of Annapolis, Maryland, was found guilty Monday, October 19, of five counts of health care fraud and

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Lululemon (LULU) Faces Securities Investigations

NEW YORK – October 20, 2026 (STL.News) Multiple shareholder-rights law firms are investigating Lululemon Athletica Inc. (NASDAQ: LULU) after substantial stock-price declines, disappointing quarterly results, and significant cuts to the athletic apparel retailer’s fiscal 2026 earnings outlook. The investigations raise questions about whether Lululemon adequately disclosed weakening business conditions, slowing consumer demand in North America, product-related challenges, and changes in expectations for international growth. On Oct. 20, 2026, Levi & Korsinsky LLP issued a securities investigation notice encouraging investors who suffered losses to review their potential legal rights. The announcement follows two significant declines in the stock price. Lululemon

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Mexican Barrel House Brings Premium Spirits to Creve Coeur

CREVE COEUR, MO – October 20, 2026 (STL.News) Mexican Barrel House, located at 1085 North Mason Road near Olive Boulevard in Creve Coeur, offers more than traditional Mexican dining. With an expansive selection of premium tequila, smoky mezcal, handcrafted cocktails, Mexican wines, and a welcoming atmosphere, the restaurant has created a destination for guests who appreciate authentic Mexican flavors and distinctive spirits. Whether visitors plan an afternoon happy hour, an evening with friends, a family dinner, or a private celebration, Mexican Barrel House pairs a diverse food and beverage menu with catering services and private dining. One of the

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Turn A Talking Avatar Into A Liquid Metal Transformation Host

What if your host could melt into a puddle of mercury and rise back up as someone entirely different? Liquid metal transitions have a hypnotic quality, and pairing one with a voice turns a pretty effect into a character people follow. Here’s the plan: start with a chrome avatar image, turn it into a talking photo using Pippit, and build your show around the transformation. It sounds ambitious, but the actual workflow is gentle on your time. Grab your shiniest avatar and read on. Then open Pippit and see how far one reflective face can take you. Why liquid

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Brighter Side of Blue Revisits St. Louis Sports Scandals

ST. LOUIS, MO – October 20, 2026 (STL.News) The Brighter Side of Blue, a St. Louis-based podcast featuring current and retired law enforcement officers, takes listeners through some of the city’s most memorable sports-related criminal cases in an episode combining firsthand police experiences, professional sports history, humor, tragedy, and personal redemption. Recorded at Colombo’s Cafe & Tavern in St. Louis’ Dogtown neighborhood, the episode features retired St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department Major Danny Howard, retired Detective Tommy Sawyer, Lt. Jim “JJ” Joyner, and retired Sgt. John Frank, who serves as the show’s producer. The discussion focuses on former St.

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Laclede’s Landing’s Revival: Brick & Bed’s 65+ Furnished Lofts

Furnished lofts, neighborhood businesses, and extended stays are adding another dimension to St. Louis’ historic riverfront district. For generations of St. Louisans, Laclede’s Landing has meant different things: a reminder of the city’s riverfront commerce, a destination for restaurants and nightlife, or a neighborhood passed through on the way to the Gateway Arch. Today, another identity is taking shape alongside those familiar associations—a place where people live, spend a weekend, or settle in for several weeks. Brick & Bed, which reports a portfolio of more than 65 furnished units, is part of that shift. Its accommodations introduce a temporary

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