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WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today delivered an opening statement at a bicameral spotlight forum entitled “Defending the Rights of the People: States and Congressional Allies Fight Back Against Trump's Constitutional Abuses,” with a panel of Democratic state Attorneys General who are combatting the Trump Administration’s egregious and unlawful actions through litigation. House Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Jamie Raskin (D-MD-08) is leading the forum with Durbin. Key quotes: “Our country is currently facing several catastrophic challenges that the Trump Administration is ignoring or exacerbating in favor of fomenting a domestic political crisis through their lawless and cruel directives—and unfortunately, Congressional Republicans have been willing to ignore.” “The last two weeks alone have tragically illustrated this. President Trump ordered an unprecedente

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The motorcycle's passenger, 54-year-old Jennifer Eggering of St. Charles, was rushed to a hospital for treatment, where she later died.

Bad Company and Mott the Hoople guitarist Mick Ralphs has passed away at the age of 81."Our Mick has passed, my heart just hit the ground. He has left us…

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ALTON – Two men from Alton face felony charges in unrelated cases of domestic battery. Ahmad M. Gerhardt, 23, of Alton, was charged on June 20, 2025 with a Class 2 felony count of aggravated domestic battery, a Class 3 felony count of aggravated battery, and a Class A misdemeanor count of domestic battery. On June 17, 2025, Gerhardt allegedly caused great bodily harm to a family or household member by striking them in the head with a piece of wood, causing a severe laceration to the victim’s forehead. He was additionally accused of striking the same victim about the body with a belt. The victim reported that Gerhardt began striking them about the body with a belt during an argument before hitting them in the head with the piece of wood. Officers documented the victim’s injuries, including the forehead laceration and abrasions to the victim’s body. Gerhardt fled the scene, but was later located and claimed he had “hit the victim with the piece of wood

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What a surprise. The most intellectually dishonest people in the nation still have the biggest bullhorns. That’s why a regular-ass drug raid that occurred in Tucson, Arizona somehow makes headlines in New York City. Here’s the New York Post, disingenuously reporting the (Arizona) news: A massive raid on a suspected cartel member found in Arizona […]

From Resident:  St. Louis, a city with a rich cultural legacy and one of America’s most iconic landmarks, is poised to redefine its skyline and urban identity. While known historically for its gateway role in westward expansion, the city is now experiencing a modern evolution rooted in architectural ambition, strategic development, and sustainable innovation. With […]

Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Independence Day observance on Friday, July 4, 2025

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Democrats have succeeded in eliminating more than a dozen policy changes from Republicans’ “big, beautiful bill” after successfully arguing before the chamber’s parliamentarian that the elements didn’t comply with the strict rules that go along with writing a budget reconciliation bill. Removed is language that would have transferred some of the cost […]

From REJournals:  IMPACT Strategies, Inc. opened its relocated office in Clayton, Missouri. This strategic expansion not only solidifies the firm’s commitment to serving its clients in the region but also supports its planned growth trajectory over the next several years. The new office, located at 121 Hunter Ave will enable IMPACT Strategies to better meet […]

From St. Louis Public Radio:  In recent years, the Illinois Department of Transportation has been using full closures of major roadways in the Metro East during construction because it offers three distinct advantages. “We have found that full closures are safer, faster and cheaper,” said Joel Cumby, IDOT’s District 8 project implementation engineer based in […]

ST. LOUIS - A heat advisory remains in effect through Thursday evening, June 26, 2025, for the Alton area and the Metro East region, following a heat warning that lasted until Monday night, June 23, 2025, according to National Weather Service in St. Louis meteorologist Brad Charboneau. Residents can expect heat indexes ranging from the upper 90s to 105 degrees Tuesday through Thursday, he said. The forecasted high for Monday is 95 degrees with a low of 77 degrees overnight, then a high of 95 is predicted for Tuesday and 94 degrees on Wednesday. Thursday is again predicted to have a high near 95 degrees. On Friday, a high of 93 degrees is predicted, so the weather will be a repeat nearly every day this week. Charboneau said the persistent heat is due to a high-pressure system settled over the Ohio Valley, creating a stationary dome of heat typical for summer months. This system, combined with significant humidity and limited air flow, is causing hot and humid conditions to continue

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Zymarie Atkins, now 18, was certified Thursday to stand trial as an adult in the death of Jamar Hamilton at a gas station in the 8800 block of North Broadway.

SAINT LOUIS - Rachael Sage doesn’t apologize for her art. Sage, a Billboard-charting independent artist, will perform at Riviera STL on July 8, 2025, as part of her “Joy = Resistance” tour with Kristen Ford. As she prepares to tour and release her 17th album, “Canopy,” later this year, Sage looks forward to getting back onstage and enjoying the “bliss” of sharing her voice with other people. “It’s as close to Zen as I think I ever get,” she said. “For me, it’s this absolute freedom to get up on stage, have this connection with the community and the moment, and just celebrate life and joy and our collective humanity.” As an independent artist, it’s up to Sage to manage the writing, mastering, scheduling, marketing and press for her work. While it’s a lot of work, it’s also exciting for her to share her message with the world. She loves performing and always looks forward to returning

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St. Luke's Hospital in Des Peres, Mo. will close its doors on August 1 due to financial pressures, while St. Luke's Medical Group will remain open.

From The St. Louis American:  Since its founding by Anthony “Tony” Thompson, chair and CEO of the Kwame Building Group, the Black-owned business has made community service an integral part of its operation. Through hundreds of college scholarship and philanthropic support for non-profits and other organizations, Thomspon said Kwame wants to be a leader in […]

WASHINGTON — U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem over the weekend briefed state governors regarding public safety measures following President Donald Trump’s decision to bomb nuclear sites in Iran. On Monday, Iran launched retaliatory strikes toward a U.S. military base in Qatar, according to Iran’s state media and The Associated Press. “Secretary Noem has […]

ALTON – An Alton resident has been charged with burglarizing a Delmar Avenue business and stealing a wide variety of products from within. Devon A. Pierson, 23, of Alton, was charged on June 18, 2025 with one count each of burglary (a Class 2 felony) and theft (a Class 3 felony). Pierson is accused of knowingly entering Cloud Buster Smoke Shop, located at 508 W. Delmar Ave. in Alton, without authority on Feb. 9, 2025 with the intent to commit a theft. He reportedly stole “three boxes of ‘Perk’ pills, approximately 40 to 50 jars of wax, approximately 30 pre-rolls, and United States currency from a tip jar,” according to court documents. The stolen goods had a total combined value of more than $500. The Alton Police Department presented the case against Pierson, who was granted pretrial release from custody. All individuals charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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EAST ST. LOUIS - For the first time, the live sounds of classical composer Johann Sebastian Bach floated through the air in the Multipurpose Room of Building D on the Wyvetter H. Younge Higher Education Campus (WHYHEC). Bringing the melodies of the German composer to life at 12 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, via the clarinet, double bass, viola, violin and cello was the partnership between the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville College of Arts and Sciences’ Department of Music and the SIUE East St. Louis Center for the Performing Arts (ESLCPA) program. The collaboration is part of the SIUE Department of Music Summer Chamber Music Festival. The free, hour-long concert, performed by Chamber Project Saint Louis (CPSTL) for students and staff on the WHYHEC, opened the project that is offering a classical music concert for all, and music and dance workshops for ESLCPA students. SIUE Jazz workshops will be held Thursday, June 26. “This is my first time working with the student

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