Procurement code overhaul could extend minority contracting rules to incentivized development projects by Tom Finan, Executive Director, Construction Forum A lawsuit filed by the director of St. Louis County’s Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) program is drawing new attention to an ongoing debate over how the county oversees contractor participation and enforces inclusion requirements […]
CHICAGO – If you played Powerball ® yesterday, you might want to check your ticket – that’s because you could be a millionaire! One lucky Illinois Lottery player matched all five white ball numbers in the Wednesday, March 11 Powerball drawing to win the $1 million prize. The winning numbers were: 3-6-55-58-63. The ticket was purchased at BCD Liquors, located at 10S622 Kingery Hwy, in Willowbrook, Illinois. For selling the winning Powerball ticket, the store will
WATERLOO - Are you or someone you care about living with diabetes, or at risk for developing diabetes or other chronic illnesses? University of Illinois Extension invites you to attend an open, supportive session led by Nutrition and Wellness Educator Kris Juelfs. These sessions provide practical tips and real-life advice in a welcoming setting where participants can share experiences and learn from one another while navigating the challenges of living with diabetes. Each month, on the second
A rare opening for Illinois to elect a new U.S. senator has sparked sparked a political brawl among the top three candidates in the Democratic state. Yet the Democratic primary to replace retiring U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin has also become a political test for another candidate on the ballot.
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today the release of a ? new Illinois Route 66 Map in honor of the iconic road’s 100th birthday this year. The map takes a nostalgic look at America’s most famous highway and sights to see in Illinois, while providing a historical timeline of the route’s evolution and its cultural impact. ? “The new Route 66 map is a must for enthusiasts and road trippers celebrating the 100th anniversary of the
A LTON - Alton Animal Control is experiencing a “Code Red,” meaning four of their dogs are at risk of euthanasia unless they can be adopted by Monday, March 16, 2026. Drew Marquis, an animal control officer, explained that they have four dogs who are past the stray hold period, which means they have been in animal control custody for seven days and now must either be adopted or euthanized. The animal control facility has 14 kennels available, and 12 of them are currently full.
Natioanl Museum of Transportation Opens Special Exhibition The National Museum of Transportation will open a new special exhibition, “Roads. River. Rooms. Reels.”, on Saturday, March 14, 2026, commemorating the 100th anniversary of historic Route 66. The exhibit celebrates the culture, commerce, and community that grew along the legendary highway, with a special focus on the […]
GLEN CARBON – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced the full closure of the intersection of Illinois 157 and Illinois 162 in Madison County has been rescheduled to begin, weather permitting, at 7 a.m. Monday, March 16. During the closure, traffic will not be permitted on Illinois 157 and Illinois 162 at the intersection. Both eastbound and westbound Illinois 162 will be closed, and neither will have access to Illinois 157. A signed detour will be in place a
The Missouri Department of Transportation will hold an open-house style public meeting for its I-270 Corridor Upgrades project on March 25. The meeting will be held from 4-6 p.m. at St. Louis Community College (Florissant Valley), 900 Archer Drive, in…
Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready has announced a new graphic novel called Farewell to Seasons.The book, which will be published by Z2, presents a "historical fantasy" set in the Seattle music scene of…
ST. LOUIS – U.S. District Judge Matthew T. Schelp on Thursday sentenced a man who participated in a scheme that stole millions of dollars from elderly victims in ten states to four years in prison. Judge Schelp also ordered Sital Singh, 43, to pay $6.6 million in restitution to victims. Singh, Dariona Lambert, 24, Zhamoniq Stevens, 24, Chintankumar Parekh, 52, and Mehulkumar Darji, 42, all pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud. Lambert and Stevens were couriers
Spring Break Fun Continues Through March 29 at Aquarium Hit your Spring Break plans out of the park at St. Louis Union Station. St. Louis loves animals and baseball — and the St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station is celebrating Spring Break with both from now through March 29 during its Spring Training baseball-themed […]
O’FALLON, Ill. — Colon cancer screening just got easier. During Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March, HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital Radiation Oncology Center is giving away at-home screening tests while highlighting that colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer deaths in the United States when cases for men and women are combined, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS) . Individuals aged 45 or older, or those with an immediate family membe
MoDOT Hosts Public Meeting on March 25 for I-270 Corridor Upgrades Project The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has scheduled an open-house style public meeting for its I-270 Corridor Upgrades project. The meeting will be held Wednesday, March 25 from 4-6 p.m. at St. Louis Community College (Florissant Valley), 900 Archer Dr., 63135 […]
Laws prohibiting minors from accessing AI-powered chatbots like ChatGPT would violate the First Amendment. But that’s not stopping lawmakers from trying. Senator Josh Hawley has introduced the Guidelines for User Age-verification and Responsible Dialogue Act of 2025 (GUARD Act), which would require AI companies to “prohibit” minors under “18 years of age” from “accessing or […]
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