By any traditional measure, real estate value has long been tied to scale, efficiency, and location. But according to Gensler, those metrics are rapidly losing their grip. In its newly released 2026 Design Forecast, the global architecture and design firm argues that the future of cities—and the business models behind them—will be shaped instead by […]
ALTON – Illinois State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) is collecting “Valentines for Veterans” for the sixth year in a row at her district office in Alton. Representative Elik is encouraging students and residents to make valentine cards with a special thank you, including well-wishes to veterans who served our nation in the U.S. Armed Forces. “I always look forward to seeing the community join together to create valentine cards for our veterans,” said Elik. “It’
Edwardsville police are looking for information after a man was seen aiming what appeared to be an airsoft rifle at geese Wednesday afternoon on Dunlap Lake.
ROXANA — Phillips 66 Wood River Refinery continued its strong tradition of community support in 2025, investing $1,362,800 in the Metro East region through corporate contributions, employee giving, and volunteer programs. “Our community partnerships are a reflection of the people who work here,” said Melissa Erker, Manager of Public Affairs West Region for Phillips 66. “When you see this level of investment—more than $1.3 million—you’re really
On This Day, Jan. 22, 1977 ...Paul McCartney and Wings hit #1 in the U.S. with the triple live album Wings Over America.The album was recorded during the U.S. leg…
EDWARDSVILLE — The Edwardsville Police Department responded for a second time in two weeks to a reported burglary in progress at a vacant former medical building at 1261 University Drive in Edwardsville, taking two suspects into custody Tuesday morning, Jan. 20, 2026. Officers arrived just after 7 a.m. Jan. 20, 2026, following a report of a burglary at the site. Upon arrival, police observed one female retreating into the building and another leaving on foot. After establishing a perimeter
We spent a lot of time last year calling out how dangerous it was that Elon Musk and his inexperienced 4chan-loving DOGE boys were gaining access to some of the most secure government systems. We also highlighted how it seemed likely that they were violating many laws in the process. One specific point of concern […]
The text messages were brief, but state Rep. Cecelie Williams told the Missouri House on Thursday that they carried her backward in time. She thought she had worked through the feelings of fear, self-doubt and the instinct to shrink and stay quiet. Last year, she publicly shared her history of domestic abuse for the first […]
Def Leppard is back with new music.The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band has just debuted the new single “Rejoice.” It's their first new track since releasing the single “Just Like…
Missouri state education officials and St. Louis Public Schools district leaders recently met to discuss a path forward after the district recently lost its status as a fully accredited school district, lowering its status to “provisional accreditation.”
MASCOUTAH - Community members have the chance to win an $800,000 custom union-built home in Mascoutah. The Home Builders and Remodelers Metro East Association has collaborated with local unions to build the house, which will be raffled off this spring. Proceeds from the raffle will go to Make-A-Wish Illinois and Make-A-Wish Missouri to support kids with critical illnesses. “The house is still under construction. It’s not completed yet. But tickets are on sale,” said
Phil Collins has given fans an update about his health in a new interview for the BBC.Collins has been dealing with nerve damage from a spinal injury in 2007. His…
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