St. Louis is known for toasted ravioli, the Gateway Arch, and Cardinals baseball. But many people are surprised to learn the city is also home to the largest Bosnian population outside of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Andrew C. Hubbard schemed with a cousin to give his mother laced drugs and cause an overdose so he could collect a $150,000 life insurance policy, he admitted Thursday.
The Trump administration told states last week it will exercise more stringent financial oversight of waivers that states use to design pilot programs under Medicaid, the state-federal program for low-income people and those with disabilities. In letters sent to state Medicaid directors, the administration announced the changes to Section 1115 “demonstration waivers,” which states apply […]
Eddie Vedder has released a new song called "Better Believe."The Pearl Jam frontman recorded the track in collaboration with the organization Guitars Over Guns, which provides musical instruments and instruction to young…
Visitors at the Saint Louis Zoo will be able to step back in time to more than 200 million years ago starting Friday as the zoo reopens its Dinoroarus exhibit.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville has launched a new course teaching the Samoan language and culture, led by Viliamu (William) Fanene, making SIUE one of the only universities in the US to offer such a course.
The Rolling Stones are getting ready to release another track off their upcoming album, Foreign Tongues.The rockers have announced that the next single from the album will be “Jealous Lover." A…
EDWARDSVILLE/WOOD RIVER — The Madison County Board approved the purchase of five downtown Wood River properties to house county departments currently operating at the former Wood River Township Hospital campus. Board members took the action on Wednesday during their monthly meeting. Madison County Board Chairman Chris Slusser said the acquisition marks an important milestone in the county’s long-term facilities plan. “These acquisitions provide a path forward for county
BETHALTO - Villa Rose Senior Living Community is a completely unique independent living experience. Executive Director Cindy Cannon explained that the community, located in Bethalto, combines independent living with supportive services. She believes the “family” feel, shared by both residents and staff members, sets them apart as a home for older adults to feel comfortable, cared for, and supported as they age. “Statistics tell us that older adults are lonely,” Canno
Medical experts are warning about a dangerous trend known as “dusting” or “huffing,” saying the practice can cause sudden death after a single use. That was the case in 2025, when a 19-year-old woman from Arizona died after suffering sudden cardiac arrest from inhaling aerosol from a can of keyboard cleaner. Though less prevalent than other substances, huffing is considered one of the most dangerous forms of drug abuse. Because inhalants are readily available household
GODFREY – A Godfrey resident seeking to launch fireworks on July 3, 2026 will have to raise their liability insurance coverage to $1 million before securing a permit. The consideration and approval of a fireworks permit for Bob Mueller was on the Village Board agenda for June 16, 2026. When the item came up for a vote, Trustee Gerard Fischer said he was “uncomfortable” with Mueller’s certificate of property insurance showing $300,000 in liability coverage. “Is
Just like technology has evolved, so have things in the vaping space. The risk for cancer, stunted brain development and other serious ailments remains the same. But the look of the vapes, the sensation you get when using them and the age at which kids start vaping all are changing. That’s according to Karen Boyd, Heather Thompson and Jessica Williams, Mission Partners (employees) at OSF HealthCare Moeller Cancer Center in Alton, Illinois, who have been talking to parents and kids in
Summer means outdoor activities and a reminder to watch for suspicious moles, a possible sign of skin cancer. But doctors say skin lesions come in many forms, and you should know when to get an expert opinion. What is and isn’t a skin lesion? Raman Kumar, MD , a colorectal and general surgeon at OSF HealthCare, has your checklist: YES: moles, blisters, bumps, acne, boils, peeling skin from a sunburn, rashes, poison ivy or similar skin reactions, warts, skin tags and bug bites YE
SOUTH ROXANA - South Roxana residents, families, and guests are invited to a free community celebration from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, July 3, 2026, at Connect Church, 1417 Herbert St., in South Roxana, according to Village Administrator and Chief of Police Bob Coles. The event will include a fireworks show, food trucks, bounce houses, music and games, and other family-friendly activities. Coles thanked residents for their continued support of the annual Fourth of July celebration and said officials
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