James F. Conway, who fought to stem the exodus of residents and businesses from St. Louis, died Tuesday of prostate cancer at Mercy Hospital in Creve Coeur.
EDWARDSVILLE — Snowfall began early Saturday morning, Nov. 29, 2025, in the Edwardsville area, resulting in nearly six inches of accumulation by 8 a.m., according to the National Weather Service, which emerged as the leader in the Metro East. Shown above are images of the depth and drifting of snow in the Edwardsville area on Saturday morning. Local news outlets encouraged people to share snow-related photos by emailing news@riverbender.com or texting (618) 623-5930 for publication in
CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul today joined a bipartisan coalition of 36 attorneys general in expressing opposition to a renewed effort by Congress to ban states from enforcing any state law or regulation addressing artificial intelligence (AI). Raoul and a bipartisan group of attorneys general successfully opposed a similar proposed ban over the summer. However, recent reporting indicates that lawmakers may be considering inserting a state AI law ban into a military funding proposal.
CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul secured an agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) ensuring the DOJ will not apply harmful restrictions to critical Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) services supporting survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. Last month, Attorney General Raoul co-led a coalition of 20 other attorneys general suing the DOJ over unlawful new conditions that threatened to cut off critical legal services for
ST. LOUIS — The National Weather Service in St. Louis reported significant snowfall across the region early Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025, with accumulations reaching up to close to 6 inches in some areas, leading to hazardous travel conditions. The National Weather Service in St. Louis said snow began around 3 a.m. Saturday in the Metro East area, with amounts varying notably between locations. In Illinois, as of 8 a.m. on Saturday, the NWS said Edwardsville recorded 5.7 inches, Granite City
When a child is struggling to breathe, it can be one of the most frightening experiences for a parent or caregiver. Labored breathing, known as respiratory distress, can develop quickly and may signal a serious underlying illness. Knowing what to look for, and when to seek care, can make all the difference in protecting your children. “It’s important for parents and caregivers to know the signs of labored breathing, also known as respiratory distress,” says Kelsey Grimes,
O’FALLON, Ill. — Expecting a bundle of joy? New and expectant moms and their families will be treated to a holiday baby shower of educational resources about pregnancy, newborns, child safety and more at HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital’s Women and Infants Center’s “Bundles for Babies” event on Saturday, Dec. 13. The event will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the hospital’s lobby. “Our Women and Infants staff and providers will be on hand to answer