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Attorney General Raoul Encourages Parents, Caregivers To Learn More About Protections Against Online Exploitation For Safer Internet Day

8 hours 52 minutes ago
CHICAGO – In recognition of Safer Internet Day on Feb. 10, Attorney General Kwame Raoul encouraged families, educators and other professionals working with children to talk to children about ways to protect themselves from exploitation online and what to do if they end up in an unsafe online situation. “On Safer Internet Day and every day, families and educators can help children learn how to use technology responsibly,” Raoul said. “New technology, such as artificial

Congresswoman Mary Miller Meets With Education Secretary Linda McMahon

9 hours 27 minutes ago
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Mary Miller said she met with Secretary Linda McMahon on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026, to talk about “the future of education in America,” framing the discussion around shifting education authority away from Washington and toward parents and states. “It was a pleasure welcoming Secretary Linda McMahon to my office today to discuss the future of education in America,” Miller wrote in a social media post. Miller, a former teacher,

OSF Saint Anthony's Introduces New Cardiac Calcium Screening

9 hours 35 minutes ago
ALTON – OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony’s Health Center is now offering a CT cardiac calcium scoring test. This non-invasive test, conducted through OSF Saint Anthony’s Imaging Services helps doctors gain a clearer picture of a patient’s overall heart health. Patients with one or more risk factors are encouraged to undergo this test every three to five years if the initial score is zero or very low. Risk factors include diabetes, high blood pressure (hypertension),

Brad Lewis Is Officer Of The Year: O'Fallon Police Members Honored at 2025 Awards Banquet

9 hours 50 minutes ago
O'FALLON, IL. - The O’Fallon Police Department recently held its 2025 awards banquet to recognize the dedication, service, and professionalism of its team, honoring employees for career milestones and presenting commendations for work ranging from DUI enforcement to investigations. At the banquet, the department recognized retirement and service milestones, issued letters of appreciation, and presented major awards, including Officer of the Year and Civilians of the Year. Major

Alton Entrepreneurs and Leaders Share Plans for New Cafe, Movie, and More Downtown

10 hours 15 minutes ago
ALTON - Local entrepreneurs and project leaders had the chance to share more about their work in downtown Alton. On Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026, community members gathered at The Wedge Innovation Center for Alton Main Street’s quarterly “What’s Up Downtown” meeting. Business owners and stakeholders shared information about their organizations and projects. Scot Heathman, CEO of The Wedge , shared information about Entrepreneurship Week, planned for Feb. 17–20,

Missouri lawmakers once again look for ways to make child care more accessible

10 hours 27 minutes ago
A bill focused on making child care more affordable through tax credits was debated Tuesday by the Missouri House Committee of Economic Development.  Introduced by state Rep. Brenda Shields, a Republican from St. Joseph, the bill seeks to make child care more accessible for employees in Missouri, thereby creating a reliable workforce for businesses as […]
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