Mike Ferguson in the Morning 03-05-24

We discuss the controversy surrounding Ch. 4 newscaster Corey Stark who made what seemed to be an unintentional mistake while reading a news story that included the phrase "colored homeowners."  

Morning News Dump:

Trump reacts to the 9-0 SCOTUS ruling keeping him on Colorado's ballot.

A large portion of U.S. adults doubt the mental capabilities of both Biden and Trump. 

Today is Super Tuesday...in case you hadn't noticed.

Yes, that threat for a "partial government shutdown" is still looming.

The trial of Daniel Riley begins today. He's accused of causing the crash in downtown St. Louis that robbed Jenae Edmondson of her legs just a over a year ago. The trial is expected to last a few days.

Blues beat the Flyers in a shootout in Philadelphia 2-1. They'll face the Islanders tonight in NYC at 6:30 CT.

At spring training, the Cardinals lost to the Nationals 1-0. But more importantly, pitcher Sonny Gray had to leave the game in the 2nd inning due to a sore hamstring. He may be unavailable for the season opener against the Dodgers in L.A.

The Fathers & Families Support Center, a St. Louis City program, is using ARPA money (the C-19 slush fund) to pay thousands of dollars in back child support. Good idea or not? Story here: https://www.ksdk.com/article/money/personal-finance/free-program-help-city-st-louis-child-support-payments/63-79956d7e-6ac3-4771-902c-4ac5dde46c08

Today is Super Tuesday...and Krispy Kreme is offering 2 free donuts!

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