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Justice for Daniel Stahl | St. Louis News

A 16-year-old activist, Daniel Stahl, was fatally struck by a car during a chaotic confrontation in Springfield, Missouri. The driver, George McDonald, pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter and leaving the scene, receiving a suspended 15-year sentence and five years probation — a deal the grieving family fiercely opposes, calling it a betrayal of Daniel’s life. Daniel, who was attending Pride and protests, was not involved in the initial altercation, and his aunt described him as peaceful and law-abiding. Authorities say McDonald admitted to driving onto the sidewalk while a passenger fired shots, leading to Daniel’s death and another woman’s injury. The family argues the sentence sends a dangerous message about justice for youth, and the court may revisit the probation term in two years. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d4f2feb70615cb3f

Missouri Realtors Battle Amendment 5 | St. Louis News

Missouri’s Amendment 5 is heating up ahead of August 4th, with Missouri Realtors launching a full-court press to stop it—warning it’ll hike taxes on homes and hit their industry plus plumbers, inspectors, and title companies. Key voices like realtor Kim Stockstill and campaign spokesperson Scott Charton are sounding the alarm, calling the tax impact “astronomical” and framing it as a major cost to homeowners. Charton’s team is doubling down, even fighting Amendment 4, which they say makes constitutional change harder for voters. This is a high-stakes race to sway Missouri’s ballot box. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/dfb77b5bde1f41f2

Illinois Revives EV Rebate Program | St. Louis News

Illinois is revving up its electric vehicle push with a big rebate comeback—up to $4,000 off eligible EVs and electric motorcycles, with a fresh round opening August 1, 2026. New or used EVs get $2,000, bikes $1,500, and low-income buyers (under 80% of county threshold) can stack an extra $2,000. Vehicles must be under $80K and never rebated before—VIN tracks that. Apply within 180 days of purchase, postmarked by Dec 31, 2026. $14M budget, 3,000+ rebates last time—cleaner air, one ride at a time. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a648ca3b369723d0

Illinois Revives EV Rebate Program | St. Louis News

Illinois is revving up its electric vehicle push with a big rebate comeback—up to $4,000 off eligible EVs and electric motorcycles, with a fresh round opening August 1, 2026. New or used EVs get $2,000, bikes $1,500, and low-income buyers (under 80% of county threshold) can stack an extra $2,000. Vehicles must be under $80K and never rebated before—VIN tracks that. Apply within 180 days of purchase, postmarked by Dec 31, 2026. $14M budget, 3,000+ rebates last time—cleaner air, one ride at a time. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a648ca3b369723d0

Cardinals Snap Skid with Wetherholt's Heroics | St. Louis News

Cardinals snap four-game skid with a dramatic 1-0 win over the Angels, thanks to Hunter Dobbins’ gem on the mound and JJ Wetherholt’s 15th home run in the sixth inning. Dobbins shut down the Angels’ offense through six innings, while the bullpen—led by O’Brien’s 26th save—held strong. Detmers, who kept St. Louis hitless through five, was knocked out by Wetherholt’s clutch blast. The win ends both teams’ streaks and gives the Cardinals much-needed momentum. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/bb20636d4849ba10