Did you know that homemade soup can retain more nutrients than many store-bought options, offering deeper flavors and healthier benefits with minimal effort? This makes crafting your own soups not only a culinary adventure but also a smart choice for nourishing meals. If you’ve ever wondered how to elevate simple ingredients into a bowl of comforting, flavorful soup, this guide will walk you through the essentials of making your own fall soups from scratch. Understanding the Foundations
Did you know that nearly 60% of people report feeling more stressed during the holiday season than at any other time of the year? This statistic might seem paradoxical, considering holidays are meant for relaxation and joy. Yet, the pressures of planning, shopping, socializing, and juggling responsibilities often overshadow the festive spirit. What if the secret to enjoying the holidays lies not in the perfect gift or the flawless dinner but in how you prepare and manage expectations? Understanding
Did you know that Veterans Day is the only federal holiday dedicated solely to honoring military veterans who are still living? Unlike Memorial Day, which commemorates those who died in service, Veterans Day celebrates the service and sacrifices of all U.S. military veterans. But how did this important day come to be, and why does it hold such a special place in American culture? Origins Rooted in Armistice Day Veterans Day traces its origins back to the end of World War I, a conflict often
November 10 is a day packed with history that has shaped the world in remarkable ways. Arguably, the most impactful event linked with this date isn't the exact day but closely associated with it: the fall of the Berlin Wall, which began on the night of November 9, 1989, and whose reverberations were deeply felt on November 10 and the days that followed. The Berlin Wall stood as a stark symbol of Cold War division for nearly three decades, physically and ideologically splitting East and West
Expect a mostly sunny and brisk day, high will reach 38 degrees with a low of 23. Northwesterly winds will blow around 15 mph, gusting up to 30 mph, making it feel colder than the actual temperature at times. The morning starts chilly, and the wind chill will keep things feeling near 20 degrees. As the day progresses, skies will stay mostly sunny with only a few clouds moving in. The wind will maintain its brisk pace, so bundle up if you're heading outdoors. Evening will bring mainly clear skies
ST. LOUIS, MO. — Schaub Projects, a leading St. Louis–based residential architecture firm, today announced the acquisition of Metheny Architects. As part of the agreement, founder Jon Metheny will join Schaub Projects as Junior Partner and Director of Design, working alongside Founder and Managing Partner David (Dave) Schaub and CEO/Partner Andrew (Drew) Schaub at the firm’s headquarters at 6651 Dale Avenue in St. Louis. The acquisition, made official on November 1, 2025, positions
ST. LOUIS – Ahead of the freezing temperatures anticipated in St. Louis until early Tuesday, the City of St. Louis and several organizations in the community have worked together to make emergency shelter available for St. Louisans who are unhoused or whose homes were damaged and are uninhabitable due to the May 16 tornado. Emergency shelter is available at several locations in St. Louis between the hours of 6 p.m. and 9 a.m., starting tonight, Nov. 9, and ending the morning of Tuesday,
CAHOKIA HEIGHTS — Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) visited Touchette Regional Hospital this week to underscore how President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act — which he calls the “Large Lousy Law” — is endangering access to care for working families and safety-net hospitals across Illinois. Joined by Touchette leadership and front-line staff, Congressman Krishnamoorthi warned that the law’s Medicaid and Affordable Care Act funding cuts will drive
CALHOUN COUNTY — A propane tank explosion and fire in the Calhoun Point hunting area injured three people Sunday morning, prompting a multi-agency emergency response, officials said. The Point Fire Protection District received a call at approximately 9:50 a.m. reporting an explosion and fire involving a duck blind, according to a report relayed to the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office. The incident occurred within the Calhoun Point hunting area near Brussels. Emergency personnel from
GLEN CARBON - Father McGivney Catholic had an outstanding showing in the Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, IHSA Girls Sectional Meet at Edwardsville, placing ninth out of 23 teams, and head coach Tara Thompson couldn't have been more pleased with the Griffins' showing. "Yes, I am very happy with the girls' performance," Thompson said. "We've swam both our relays faster than we've done in the past, all of our girls are performing well, and we couldn't be happier." The Father McGivney swim girls are Byron,
November 8 and 9 have long been dates marked by pivotal moments across history, touching on politics, culture, science, and social movements. Let's go back to 1895, when Wilhelm Röntgen announced the discovery of X-rays, an innovation that revolutionized medicine and science. His breakthrough allowed for non-invasive imaging of the human body, fundamentally changing diagnostics and treatment in healthcare worldwide. On November 8, 1923, a different kind of upheaval occurred in Germany.
CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul today led a coalition of 17 attorneys general opposing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposal to roll back several critical requirements for evaluating the risk of chemical substances under the Toxic Substances Control Act. The statute requires the EPA to evaluate the risks of chemical substances under circumstances for which exposures could be reasonably foreseen. However, the EPA’s proposed rule change would allow the
GRANITE CITY – A woman from Granite City with a history of domestic violence faces a new felony charge after allegedly stabbing a domestic battery victim with a pair of scissors. Rebecca J. Furlong, 44, of Granite City, was charged on Nov. 4, 2025 with a Class 2 felony count of aggravated domestic battery. Furlong allegedly caused great bodily harm to a family or household member on April 26, 2024 by stabbing the victim with a pair of steel scissors. Charging documents state the stabbing
EDWARDSVILLE — The St. Louis Area Foodbank will host a large-scale free food distribution on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025, to assist families affected by the ongoing government shutdown, disruptions to SNAP benefits, and rising inflation. The drive-thru event aims to feed 3,000 households from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Ralph Korte Stadium parking lot on the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville campus. Attendees will receive a variety of fresh produce, dairy, protein, and shelf-stable pantry
ALTON/GODFREY - Judy Rynders, a local travel agent, is excited to share more about her new space in Alton. Rynders previously had an office in Godfrey but has now officially moved into The Wedge in downtown Alton. She reminds clients to call her at 618-717-8085 or 618-709-6109 to schedule an appointment, and she emphasized that she is always eager to help people plan the trip of a lifetime. “It’s a job that I work 24/7,” Rynders said. “I hope people give a try and
EDWARDSVILLE - An Edwardsville fundraiser recently raised thousands of dollars for blood cancer research. Sherry Rosenberger, a local blood cancer survivor, works with Blood Cancer United to support patients with leukemia and lymphoma through the organization’s Light the Night campaign. She and co-captain Angie Key founded Team Unstoppable to support patients and research, and they had a successful evening at their “Cancer is a Drag” event at EXO Lounge last month. “My
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) tonight delivered remarks celebrating the 30th anniversary of the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD). In her remarks, the Senator highlighted AAPD’s achievements over the past three decades and the progress made through their fierce, tireless advocacy, while emphasizing how far our nation still has to go to become truly accessible for all who call it home. Key quotes: “Tonight, I am honored to b
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), a member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense, and combat Veteran U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth led U.S. Senators Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and Joni Ernst (R-IA), as well as U.S. Representatives Eric Sorensen (D-IL-17) and Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA-02), in sending a letter to the four Senate and House leaders of the Armed Services Committees to urge them to include provisions that support Rock Island Arsenal
PEORIA — Civic Memorial High School’s boys cross country team achieved a historic milestone by finishing ninth overall at the IHSA State Finals on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, at Detweiller Park in Peoria. This marks the best finish in the school’s history. The team’s standout performance was led by Max Weber, who claimed the state championship in the Class 2A race in a time of 14:08.54. Other finishers for Civic Memorial included Logan Kearbey in 74th place with a time
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) joined U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Ron Wyden (D-OR), U.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and 23 Senate Democrats in slamming the Trump Administration for its failure to address rising health care costs for American families. In a new letter to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the lawmakers highlighted the worsening affordability
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