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'STL Ain't Bad' grows beyond memes with photo booths

1 day 6 hours ago
Megan Estopare, founder of "STL Ain't Bad", has grown her social media presence to over 170,000 followers and has recently launched a branded digital photo booth at City Foundry, with plans to add more locations across the region.
Joe Millitzer

Granite City High School names William Taylor and Sunny Valle April Elks Students of the Month

1 day 7 hours ago
GRANITE CITY – Granite City Elks Lodge #1063 recognized Granite City High School seniors William Taylor and Sunny Valle as Students of the Month for April. The Elks Student of the Month Program is designed to recognize outstanding young men and women for achievements in school and community life-fine arts, hobbies, athletics, church, school, club and community service, industry and farming. Nominees are judged on multiple achievements including leadership skills, good moral character,

Illinois 4 to close at Renken Road south of Staunton for rail crossing work

1 day 7 hours ago
STAUNTON – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that rehabilitation of a crossing by Norfolk Southern railroad on Illinois 4 between Renken Road and Spangle Road south of Staunton in Madison County will require a full closure beginning Monday, April 27, weather permitting. A posted detour will be in place to safely guide motorists around the closure, which is expected to conclude Friday, May 1. Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through

Pritzker announces $4.85 million in Illinois tourism grants to 66 recipients

1 day 7 hours ago
CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced more than $4.85 million in grant funding has been awarded to 66 grantees through three grant programs – the Tourism Attractions Grant Program ($2 million), Tourism Marketing Partnership Grant Program ($2.25 million), and Tourism Private Sector Grant Program ($598,900) – as part of the State’s efforts to build upon the record-breaking tourism industry

Judge Tosses Trump’s Ridiculous $10 Billion Defamation Suit Against Rupert Murdoch

1 day 8 hours ago
Back in January of last year, the Wall Street Journal published a story about a leather-bound birthday book that Ghislaine Maxwell had assembled for Jeffrey Epstein’s 50th birthday in 2003. The book included letters from various associates, and one of them bore Donald Trump’s name. According to the article, it featured a hand-drawn outline of […]
Mike Masnick

Daily Deal: Geekey Multi-Tool

1 day 8 hours ago
Geekey is an innovative, compact multi-tool like nothing seen before. It’s truly a work of art with engineering that combines everyday common tools into one sleek little punch that delivers endless capability. Geekey features many common tools that have been used for decades and proven essential for everyday fixes. It’s on sale for $23. Note: […]
Daily Deal

Kim Jones-Riley Recognized For Leadership At Gordon Bush Center

1 day 8 hours ago
EAST ST. LOUIS - East St. Louis School District 189 is celebrating National Assistant Principal Week this week, and one of those who stands out is Kim Jones-Riley. Jones-Riley is an Assistant Principal at Gordon Bush Alternative Center in East St. Louis. The East St. Louis School District 189 singled Jones-Riley out for her leadership and impact on students and staff. The Gordon Bush Alternative Center Principal Darnell Spencer praised Jones-Riley for her “unwavering commitment

Futuremakers: The Room Artists Mixer and Micro Grants

1 day 8 hours ago
ST. LOUIS – Futuremakers will host its first Artist Mixer tomorrow, April 16 from 5:007:00 p.m. at The Moniker. This Artist Mixer is a networking event bringing together artists, institutions, small businesses, and placemakers working across downtown. Artists and creatives can network with venues, developers, and organizations looking to collaborate, program, and support creative work [...]
Varkita Quinn

Alton High School Inducts 75 New National Honor Society Members

1 day 8 hours ago
ALTON - Seventy-five Alton High School juniors were inducted into the National Honor Society, a major accomplishment. On Tuesday, April 14, 2026, families and staff members crowded the school’s auditorium to watch the induction ceremony. Advisor Angela Laaker noted that the organization is a great way to build leaders, and the ceremony was a chance to celebrate their new members. “I think they're going to be bigger and better people because of it,” she said. Students