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WASHINGTON — A federal judge in Maryland Tuesday barred U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement from re-detaining Kilmar Abrego Garcia, saying the Trump administration lacks plans to remove him from the United States. “Respondents have done nothing to show that Abrego Garcia’s continued detention in ICE custody is consistent with due process,” District of Maryland Judge […]

SPRINGFIELD – It was just last month that a 3.8 magnitude earthquake shook Illinois from its center in Ohlman in central Illinois’ Montgomery County. “Thousands of people across the state felt this last quake in the early morning hours of January 20,” said Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) Acting Director Theodore (Ted) Berger. “It is a cautionary reminder that we sit between two seismic zones and earthquake preparedness

O’FALLON, Ill. – Prairie Cardiovascular and HSHS Medical Group welcome Claire Vargo, APRN, FNP-C, to the cardiology team at 3 St. Elizabeth Blvd., Suite 1800, in O’Fallon. She joins the practice with a patient-centered philosophy focused on clear communication, collaboration and education. She is accepting new patients. As a board-certified family nurse practitioner specializing in cardiology, Vargo brings extensive experience in cardiovascular intensive care and

MILSTADT - After receiving submissions from across the 114th District, State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) has chosen Hoffen Funeral Home in Millstadt for his “Business of the Month.” With decades of experience, Rep. Schmidt said the team that operates the family-owned funeral home goes above and beyond with their services to help care for families. “When a loved one passes away, trust and compassion is what families need from a funeral home, and Hoffen Funera

The Chicago-area sheriff believes his lengthy law enforcement career positions him best to address public safety and criminal justice issues in the Republican race for governor. On the latest episode of Politically Speaking, St. Louis Public Radio's Will Bauer sits down with Mendrick to discuss how he would govern as Illinois' chief executive.

O’FALLON, Ill. - Salon Ludic and Extension Lounge, an O’Fallon-based small business, is giving back to the community it calls home through monthly SLAK Campaigns, Salon Ludic Act of Kindness. The recipient for February’s SLAK Campaign is Blossom Play Cafe (BPC), located at 2 Eagle Center, Suite 2 in O’Fallon. Salon Ludic purchased a $200 gift card to BPC, which will be used for its customers until the money runs out. BPC Owner Kim Lloyd said, "I was so excited and honored

SPRINGFIELD – About 10 percent of Illinois voters will see an advisory referendum on their primary election ballots asking them to weigh in on whether they think the state should join a federal school voucher scheme. The Illinois Education Association (IEA) urges Illinoisans to vote “NO” on the question, which is misleadingly worded to make voters think no public money will be used. As it stands now, 80 percent of public schools are underfunded in Illinois. The

“If the officers learn that the individual they stopped is a U. S. citizen or otherwise lawfully in the United States, they promptly let the individual go.” —Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, September 8, 2025 From that one line, which Anil Kalhan dubbed “Kavanaugh Stops,” we see story after story of just how disconnected from […]

SPRINGFIELD - Educators and state workers with the Illinois Federation of Teachers rallied and lobbied Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026, at the state Capitol in Springfield, urging Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois General Assembly to fully fund public schools and higher education and to counter federal cuts they attributed to the Trump administration by changing Illinois’ tax code to increase taxes on the ultra-wealthy. The action, held on the eve of Pritzker’s statewide address, brought members

The Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis announced Tuesday a new partnership with Ancora High School and Lindenwood University aimed at expanding access to high school diplomas and higher education for adults across the region.

A brief warm-up in temperatures this week is presenting the opportunity for the first chance of severe storms this year.

Scorpions are returning to Las Vegas.The German rockers have announced dates for a brand-new residency, Scorpions – Coming Home to Las Vegas, at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort &…

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SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, IL. – The US Air Force Band of Mid-America's Shades of Blue Jazz Ensemble will present a series of concerts around Scott Air Force Base: Wednesday, February 25, 1:00 p.m.: Farrington Grade School, 20941 E. Divide Rd., Bluford, IL 628141 Thursday, February 26, 7:00 p.m. – Kirkwood Performing Arts Center (KPAC), 210 E Monroe Ave, Kirkwood, MO 63122 Friday, February 27, 7:00 p.m. – Panther Dome Gym, O'Fallon Township High School, 600 S Smiley St, O'Fallon,

A man was sentenced in federal court on Tuesday for a stealing and using credit cards in the St. Louis area and elsewhere in the country.

Olivia O. Bumbac, 18, of Chesterfield, a senior at Parkway Central High School, died in the accident, authorities said Tuesday.

Duties include checking the chemical balance of pool water, enforcing rules, providing instructions in swimming safety, and coaching swim teams.