Workers have had the advantage over employers in recent years—for the first time in about two decades. The presence of more job openings than unemployed people has meant many businesses have had to offer higher pay, better benefits, and other perks to draw in workers. On average, private sector wages increased 4.3% in the year [...]
Illinois lawmakers finally approved a new state budget early Saturday, sending it to Democratic Gov. JB Pritzker for his signature with just over a month to spare before it takes effect with the new state fiscal year July 1.
A teen playing with a gun accidentally shot himself and a woman Friday afternoon in St. Louis, according to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department.
In the small town of Watseka, Illinois, there is an interesting story called the "Watseka Wonder." This small town was the site of real events that happened more than fifty years ago.
Veterans and active-duty service members can ride the Ferris wheel at Union Station downtown for free during Memorial Day weekend, a small tribute to those enjoying time with their family.
Friday was the sixth annual St. Louis High School Musical Theatre Awards. With 34 schools, over 2,500 students, and a packed theater, two winners are now packing up to compete nationally in New York.
Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of outdoor pool season in the St. Louis area. The reopening of the Aquaport was an especially welcome sight for visitors on Friday.
Gov. Mike Parson is calling the 2023 legislative session a winner, but he said there is one topic that wasn't address that could lead lawmakers to coming back to the statehouse later this year.