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Why Banks Treat Hemp Products Differently During Merchant Underwriting

September 10, 2026 (STL.News) The 2018 Farm Bill separated qualifying hemp from marijuana under federal law. A measure enacted in 2025 is scheduled to narrow that federal definition on November…

By Martin Smith 9 Min Read

UP Fintech Faces Securities Investigations Over China Penalties

NEW YORK - September 9, 2026 (STL.News) UP Fintech Holding Limited (NASDAQ: TIGR), the online brokerage company behind the Tiger Brokers platform, is facing scrutiny from multiple U.S. investor-rights law…

By Martin Smith 11 Min Read

Centerspace Buyout Draws Shareholder Investigation

MILWAUKEE, WI - September 9, 2026 (STL.News) A proposed $8.1 billion combination of Centerspace and Independence Realty Trust is already drawing scrutiny from a shareholder law firm, with Ademi LLP…

By Martin Smith 13 Min Read

The Hidden Financial Impact of Long-Term Injuries After Vehicle Accidents

(STL.News) A vehicle accident can leave lasting consequences that extend well beyond physical recovery. When an injury prevents someone from returning to work, understanding long term disability appeals becomes essential…

By Martin Smith 5 Min Read

Rideshare Driver Shot Overnight in Jennings

JENNINGS, MO - September 9, 2026 (STL.News) A rideshare driver was hospitalized after being shot early Wednesday morning at a gas station in Jennings, prompting an investigation by the St.…

By Martin Smith 9 Min Read

Overseas Markets Mixed as Oil Tops $100 – Sept. 9

ST. LOUIS, MO - September 9, 2026 (STL.News) Overseas Markets - Overseas stock markets delivered a mixed performance Wednesday as investors confronted another potentially significant development for the global economy:…

By Martin Smith 13 Min Read

The Top 5 Leading Supplement Companies in Europe

(STL.News) The European health and wellness industry has grown significantly over the past decade, with the supplement market emerging as one of its most dynamic sectors. As consumers become increasingly…

By Martin Smith 10 Min Read

Brighter Side of Blue Features SLMPD Chief Tracy

ST. LOUIS, MO - September 9, 2026 (STL.News) A St. Louis-based podcast created by current and retired law enforcement officers is giving viewers a chance to hear directly from St.…

By Martin Smith 14 Min Read