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Kurtis Watkins asks federal court to free him from prison, citing revelations about St. Louis cop • Missouri Independent

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missouriindependent.com – Clara Bates – 2025-01-09 05:55:00

SUMMARY: Kurtis Watkins, a St. Louis man sentenced to 25 years for a 2013 shooting based solely on a police officer’s testimony, is petitioning to vacate his conviction. Watkins maintains his innocence, and the only evidence against him was the eyewitness account of Officer Steven Pinkerton, who has since been identified as having a history of racist social media posts and questionable conduct. Watkins’ attorney argues that crucial information regarding Pinkerton’s credibility was withheld during the trial. The petition claims ineffective assistance from Watkins’ original lawyer for failing to present an alibi witness. Legal experts express skepticism about the challenges ahead in the habeas process.

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Jimmy Carter honored with Washington funeral before burial in his Georgia hometown

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fox4kc.com – BILL BARROW, Associated Press – 2025-01-09 10:04:00

SUMMARY: Jimmy Carter, the 39th U.S. president and humanitarian, was honored with a funeral at Washington National Cathedral, followed by a burial in his Georgia hometown. Tributes highlighted his post-presidential work combating disease, promoting peace, and building homes. Speakers included his grandson Joshua, Gerald Ford’s son Steven, and others. President Joe Biden and all living former presidents attended, with rare moments of unity despite political divides. Carter, who passed at 100, was remembered for his faith, humility, and efforts to better the world. After ceremonies in Washington and Georgia, he was laid to rest beside Rosalynn, his wife of 77 years.

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Cardinals Care Winter Warm-Up

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www.youtube.com – FOX 2 St. Louis – 2025-01-09 08:32:36

SUMMARY: The Cardinals Care Winter Warm-Up is coming up from January 18-20. Limited free autographed tickets are available starting tomorrow at 10 AM on the Cardinals website. This year’s event includes a public-access main stage, a new photo opportunity with Cardinals Hall of Famers, and chances to meet former players like Ray Lankford, Vince Coleman, and Jason Isringhausen. Fans can tour the Cardinals clubhouse and visit the Hall of Fame Museum. Tickets are available at cardinals.com/WWE, and the 50/50 raffle, with an early bird prize drawing tomorrow, is open to all. For more details, visit cardinals.com/WWE.

Cardinals Care’s Communication Manager, Marybeth Johnson, joins the morning show to talk about the Cardinals Care Winter Warm-Up event taking place from Jan. 18-20 at Busch Stadium and Ballpark Village. For more information, visit cardinals.com/wwu

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'We all have the same hope': St. Louis Regional Crime Commission under new leadership

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fox2now.com – Andy Banker – 2025-01-08 21:51:00

SUMMARY: The St. Louis Regional Crime Commission, which has enhanced regional safety for nearly 20 years, recently underwent leadership changes. Former U.S. Attorney Ed Dowd, who founded the commission and established CrimeStoppers, passed the torch to James Whyte, while Jimmie Edwards became the new board chairman. CrimeStoppers, an anonymous tip program, has received almost 40,000 tips, provided over $383,000 in awards, and cleared more than 40 homicide cases. The organization, largely funded by private donations, aims for long-term crime reduction and community safety, with a shared hope for a safer St. Louis region reflected in its ongoing initiatives.

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