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A new study is challenging long-held assumptions about coffee’s effects on digestive health, suggesting the popular beverage could offer benefits for both the gut and the brain. The research, published in Nature Communications , examined 62 participants, half of whom were regular coffee drinkers, to explore how coffee consumption influences the gut microbiome and mental well-being. Using psychological assessments alongside dietary tracking and biological samples, researchers foun

The Rolling Stones appear to once again be teasing fans.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers posted a 13-second video on Instagram that starts with a crumpled piece of paper that opens…

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On the latest episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, economist Aaron Hedlund talks about Gov. Mike Kehoe's plan to expand the state's sales and use taxes to get rid of the income tax. Later in the show, St. Louis Alderwoman Anne Schweitzer discusses her misgivings about a data center near the Armory Building in Midtown. And former Sen. Scott Sifton provides his impressions of how the U.S. Supreme Court handled a landmark case involving how Roundup is labeled.

BELLEVILLE - As the weather shifts once again, a lot of people are experiencing allergies. One local physician has advice on how to handle these symptoms — and when to seek treatment. Dr. Angie Harris, a BJC Medical Group family medicine physician at Belleville Memorial Hospital, explained that seasonal allergies can be treated proactively. She encourages patients who know they have spring allergies to stock up on over-the-counter allergy medication and begin taking these meds before

I will continue to make the case for a 100 Justice Supreme Court because we need to get to the point that no single Supreme Court Justice matters. As it stands, each individual Justice has way too much power, and when they go mad with it, they can undermine the very structure of democracy. And […]

Three dozen school districts across the state of Illinois are under formal investigation by the U.S. Justice Department.

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is recovering from a medical procedure he had on Friday and will put a pause on public events next week.

CASEYVILLE - Multiple cameras captured an incident of illegal dumping on April 29, 2026, on Forest Boulevard in Caseyville, and the Caseyville Police Department said the footage led officers to identify a vehicle and issue a criminal citation. Caseyville Police said officers used the video to obtain the vehicle’s registration information. The vehicle was later located and impounded at a residence in Fairview Heights, Caseyville Police said. The person was issued a citation for

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ALTON - The Three Rivers Project of Sierra Club Illinois is calling for volunteers to support the two Workdays at the Wadlow Creek Restoration Area, formerly the Robert P. Wadlow Municipal Golf Course in front of the Alton Regional Multimodal Transportation Center that houses Amtrak. Volunteers of all ages are welcome, but parental supervision is needed for youth 16 year olds and younger. The activity will be the same each day: the Wadlow Workdays will give local community members the opportunity

A bicyclist, 66-year-old Mark Ryan, died after being struck in the 2200 block of Hudson Drive.

EDWARDSVILLE - Edwardsville High School (EHS) has been recognized with multiple nominations for the prestigious Ken Page Awards, celebrating excellence in high school musical theatre across the region. EHS received nominations for its production of 9 to 5: The Musical , directed by Ashley Melton. The nominations highlight both individual and group achievements across several categories: Outstanding Leading Actress — Gracie Cook Outstanding Leading Actress — Ella Carter Outstanding

A man who embezzled nearly half a million dollars from a St. Louis-area medical business has been sentenced to federal prison.

Jazzmine Nolan-Echols, executive director of Voices since December, said the school board placed her on leave because she refused to participate in the closure process.

A march, organized by Missouri Workers Center and Party for Socialism and Liberation - St. Louis, will begin at Aloe Plaza near Union Station downtown at 5:30 p.m.

Stevie Nicks is reflecting on her sixth studio album, Trouble in Shangri-La.The album was released on May 1, 2001, and the two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer shared an…

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The West Community SLYSA Complex, at 3901 Huster Road, is north of a site once eyed for a data center.

ST. LOUIS - May is officially here! With cooler temperatures Friday and Saturday combined with a warm-up into the 70s on Sunday, it will be beautiful weekend to spend outside in St. Louis. Florissant Valley of Flowers Saturday and Sunday Duchesne Grounds The Valley of Flowers Festival, a beloved tradition in Florissant, is back and [...]