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Daily Deal: Curiosity Stream Standard Plan

12 hours 58 minutes ago
Explore the incredible world of documentaries with a Curiosity Stream Standard Plan subscription. This top-tier streaming service offers unlimited access to thousands of films, series, and shows to satisfy your thirst for knowledge. Whether you’re a science enthusiast, history buff, or technology geek, Curiosity Stream has something for everyone. Unleash the power of on-demand streaming […]
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Giannoulias Insurance Reform Delivers Historic Consumer Protections for Illinois Drivers

13 hours 12 minutes ago
SPRINGFIELD – Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias today joined Governor JB Pritzker as he signed landmark legislation, transforming how auto insurance rates are regulated in Illinois. The measure establishes long-overdue safeguards with the strongest consumer protections in decades and gives the state new authority to challenge excessive premium increases. With the Governor’s signature, Illinois is no longer one of only two states without meaningful authority to challenge

Teen charged after bystander shot in south city store

13 hours 12 minutes ago
ST. LOUIS - A teenager has been charged following a shooting over the weekend that left one person in critical condition and injured another. According to officials, police were called to the 2900 block of Gravois Ave. for a shooting Saturday, Aug. 1. Upon their arrival, officers found a victim inside a business with a [...]
Megan Mueller

Godfrey To Consider Extending Pause On Data Center Applications

13 hours 19 minutes ago
GODFREY – Godfrey officials may soon place another six-month pause on applications to build a data center in the village. A resolution extending a moratorium on the acceptance of data center applications pending further study appears on the Village Board agenda for Aug. 4, 2026. Trustees previously passed a 180-day moratorium on data center applications on Jan. 20, 2026, which has since expired. “The Village of Godfrey is committed to protecting the public health, safety, and welfare

Blanche nomination for attorney general advanced by US Senate panel on party-line vote

13 hours 23 minutes ago
WASHINGTON — U.S. acting Attorney General Todd Blanche was one step closer to permanently leading the Justice Department Tuesday, after two skeptical Senate Judiciary Committee Republicans voted to advance his nomination given Blanche’s signed promise that President Donald Trump’s nearly $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund is dead. Republican Sens. John Cornyn of Texas and Thom Tillis […]
Ashley Murray

Rainbow House Plans Community-Focused Pride Picnic in Edwardsville

13 hours 36 minutes ago
EDWARDSVILLE - The local LGBTQ+ community and allies will come together for a celebration in Edwardsville next weekend. From 2–6 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, Rainbow House will host their annual Pride Picnic complete with pizza, music, vendors, yard games and more fun. Similar to a Pride festival, this picnic is smaller than a festival and more focused on building community and connection. David Roderick, director of Rainbow House, highlighted their goal to bring people together

Man arrested, charged for fatal shooting in East St. Louis

13 hours 58 minutes ago
ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ill. - A man was arrested and charged after a person was killed in a shooting early Sunday in East St. Louis. According to the Illinois State Police, the incident occurred a little before 5:30 a.m. at the intersection of 24th St. and Missouri Ave. The victim, 28-year-old Demonta L. Hunter, was [...]
Nick Gladney

Byron, Carlson, Petri & Kalb Male Athlete Of The Month: McGivney Star Isaac Wendler Caps Standout Season With All-State Selection

14 hours 3 minutes ago
GLEN CARBON - Father McGivney Catholic High School's Isaac Wendler joined Omar Avalos as Griffins players selected to the 2026 IHSA Class 2A All-State Team, recognizing them among the team's top players. McGivney baseball coach Chris Erwin praised Wendler’s impact on the Griffins team in 2026. Wendler is a Byron, Carlson, Petri & Kalb Male Athlete of the Month for the Griffins for his efforts on the baseball field this past spring. “He is so intimidating at the plate and anchore