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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Wednesday urged Congress to act — and activists to take to the streets — to ensure abortion remains widely accessible even if the Supreme Court rolls back its 1973 decision in Roe…

It was first created to help neglected and orphaned children, but it's blossomed into a multi-service center for at-risk youth.

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today questioned David Beasley, Executive Director of the World Food Program; Tjada D’Oyen McKenna, Chief Executive Officer at Mercy Corps; and Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank, at a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs hearing on global food security and the COVID-19 response. Durbin began his questioning asking about nutrition in extreme places of famine. “In areas of famine, I’ve seen the use of food supplements, Plumpy’nut, and also rehydration therapies. When you talk about food aid agencies, does it include these things?” asked Durbin. Beasley confirmed the use of these supplements are utilized, which has shown a substantial improvement in added nutrition. The UN warns that without immediate humanitarian assistance, over 43 million people in 38 countries

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If you’ve filled up your tank in recent weeks, you probably winced at the total bill. That’s because gas prices are now through the roof in record territory.

SPRINGFIELD, IL. - Many former school bus drivers may soon be able to get back to work safely transporting students to school, thanks to legislation passed byState Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Jacksonville) and Steve McClure (R-Springfield). House Bill 4230, filed by Davidsmeyer in the House and sponsored by McClure in the Senate, would help bus drivers who have lost their driver’s license solely due to prior unpaid child support. “This new law will help schools find qualified bus drivers at a time when schools are struggling to find them,” said Senator McClure. “It doesn’t make sense to punish schools for the prior debts of their employees. Especially since this would only apply to drivers who have worked out their child support payments. The legislation will help schools find safe bus drivers, and help those drivers pay their bills.” “This bill is just one step in the right direction to ensure that people who lose their licenses fo

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The NHL’s local TV story took a hit this season, as regular-season games on U.S. regional sports networks posted a 23% ratings drop compared to last year’s shortened season, according to Nielsen data analyzed by Sports Business Journal. The St. Louis Blues fared better than most, with a ratings decline of only 1% for '21-'22 regular-season games. The main reason for declines across the league — only four teams showed ratings increases — is the length of the recently completed regular season…

Timothy Laturno was charged in St. Louis County Circuit Court with child porn possession and failure to register as a sex offender.

The suspect allegedly stole a purse from a car in the parking lot.

EAST ALTON — More than 140 women and men came together on Thursday evening to celebrate United Way’s Southwest Illinois Division’s sixth annual Power of the Purse, raising $16,058 to help local people. Since its inception in 2015, the Power of the Purse has raised over $100,000 to support 162 local health and human service agencies serving the St. Louis region. Held at the Lewis and Clark Community College – N.O. Nelson Campus, this year’s Power of the Purse included both silent and live auctions featuring handbags, scarves, jewelry, and accessories. “We were thrilled to once again bring the community together and host the Power of the Purse after having to postpone it the past two years,” said Maura Wuellner, director of United Way of Greater St. Louis – Southwest Illinois Division. “We are incredibly grateful to everyone who participated, purchased a ticket or item, to our sponsors and our volunteer planning committee for their

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The fires were set at homes in Polo, Missouri, about 50 miles northeast of Kansas City.

Rene Knott of KSDK made a trip through The Delmar Loop and shows you all it has to offer from world class entertainment to international cuisine. Check out the feature video on KSDK’s website

ST. LOUIS - The National Museum of Transportation is forming a Young Professionals Board (YoPRO) for those 25-45 years of age. The NMOT Young Professionals Board is an enthusiastic and talented group of diverse young professionals who share a passion for preserving history for the next generations. The purpose of the group is to bring these community leaders together to raise the visibility of the Museum, attract a diverse audience, and assist with fundraising and promotional activities that ensure the continued success of The National Museum of Transportation. Every member of The National Museum of Transportation Young Professionals Board is committed to: Serving as an enthusiastic advocate for the Museum, networking on behalf of the organization, and committing to the mission and goal of the organization, Attending social meetings of the YoPRO Board at least once per quarter, Contributing expertise to the group ensuring the organization's success, Assisting with fundraising

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A statewide open enrollment system that would allow students to attend a school district outside of one in which they reside is likely dead with just three days left in …

A Creve Coeur man has been arrested and accused of firing a gun at a woman's vehicle as they both drove on westbound I-64 near Chesterfield.

Cellist Jody Redhage Ferber’s new concert series brings top musicians to a Kirkwood hiking trail, with small combos on six different stages playing music inspired by the wildlife around them (and even echoing their calls). Ferber explains what inspired her vision — and how she hopes it can bring a new audience to classical music.

For the past three years, Missouri lawmakers have introduced legislation that targets trans youth. A bill making headway in the current session would prevent trans girls from playing on girls’ sports teams. Two moms of transgender kids discuss how they mobilized to speak out against the bill — and how it would affect their children.

Cellist Jody Redhage Ferber’s new concert series brings top musicians to a Kirkwood hiking trail, with small combos on six different stages playing music inspired by the wildlife around them (and even echoing their calls). Ferber explains what inspired her vision — and how she hopes it can bring a new audience to classical music.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) spoke on the Senate floor yesterday about the future of Roe v. Wade following the leak of a draft majority opinion on the Supreme Court case Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. “It appears that in a matter of weeks, we may soon live in a country where women have fewer Constitutional rights than their parents or grandparents,” Durbin said. “In one bold move, the ultra-conservative activist majority on the Supreme Court appears poised to erase the Constitutional right to choose whether or not to carry a pregnancy to term.” While Durbin went on to say the leak was an “unprecedented breach of the Court’s confidential deliberations” which may harm public trust in the Court, he said he wonders why Senate Republicans have focused on the draft rather than the implications of the leaked opinion. “Sadly, many Republicans are desperately trying to deflect from this

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EDWARDSVILLE – The Glen-Ed Food Pantry is eager to invite the community to support their inaugural Appetizer Hop fundraising event this Saturday, May 14, 2022, from 1 PM to 4 PM, with a special happy hour hosted by the event sponsor, 1818 Chophouse, from 4 PM to 5 PM. This unique fundraising opportunity is like nothing the area has hosted before and is located partly in one of the community's hottest new areas, Trace on the Parkway. Top Sponsor, Blue Violet, is the latest restaurant to open its doors in Trace on the Parkway. Doc’s Smokehouse and Goshen Coffee, also located in Trace on the Parkway, will be participating. Across Route 157 at University Pointe II, other restaurants participating in the Appetizer Hop include Wang Gang, Chappy's, Seoiu Sushi, and Bella Milano. Each participating restaurant will have an appetizer/drink special exclusively for ticketed participants. Funds from this event will aid the nonprofit's mission to work with the community to provide food

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