FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS — After 29 years of serving generous portions and Southern-style hospitality, Lotawata Creek announced it has permanently closed its location at 311 Salem Place in Fairview Heights. The restaurant, a longtime community favorite in the Metro East region, officially ended operations, marking the close of nearly three decades of dining experiences. Known for its signature dishes and warm atmosphere, Lotawata Creek was a gathering place for families, friends, and visitors,
On the latest episode of Politically Speaking, state Rep. Jaclyn Zimmermann talks with STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum about her first year in office; her thoughts on the redistricting special session; and her expectations for the 2026 legislative session.
On the latest episode of Politically Speaking, state Rep. Jaclyn Zimmermann talks with STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum about her first year in office; her thoughts on the redistricting special session; and her expectations for the 2026 legislative session.
The Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan appears on the latest episode of the viral online show Track Star.On Track Star, host Jack Coyne asks guests to identify different songs as…
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. -- Law enforcement agencies across Illinois are increasing patrols through Dec. 2 during one of the year’s busiest travel periods. The effort includes Edwardsville Police, who will join Illinois State Police in enforcing seat belt laws and cracking down on impaired and distracted driving. The statewide campaigns, “Click It or Ticket” and “Drive [...]
Nearly 20 nursing homes and senior care facilities in St. Louis' Metro East region were recently fined by the Illinois Department of Public Health for violations of state and federal laws.
ALTON - The Grandpa Gang’s Christmas Wonderland display will once again welcome the community to celebrate the holidays. From Friday, Nov. 28, to Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, you can stop by Rock Springs Park for a drive-through Christmas Wonderland lights display. They will also host a walk-through event on Monday, Dec. 1, 2025, with parking at Alton Middle School. The goal is to bring the community together and raise money for local nonprofits. “You’re going to see some
Artists including Dave Mason and Steve Hackett are taking part in the Sweet Relief Musicians Fund holiday auction.Mason, former guitarist for Traffic, has donated a signed Fender Player II Stratocaster in red,…
From once-in-a-lifetime events to everyday experiences, Forest Park has been chronicled in a hazy mythology that wraps the entire city of St. Louis. The park’s lore especially echoes throughout St. Louis’s history of entertainment and amusement, and few places are as legendary as Forest Park Highlands. Located on the park’s south border, Forest Park Highlands …
WASHINGTON — Democratic members of Congress who released a video in mid-November telling members of the military that they are not required to follow illegal orders announced Tuesday the Federal Bureau of Investigation has asked to speak with them about the matter. Four House members, Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly and Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin wrote […]
Mark Kelly—former Navy combat pilot, astronaut, sitting United States Senator—stated a simple legal fact on video: members of the US military can refuse illegal orders. Not as opinion. Not as political positioning. As established law codified in the Uniform Code of Military Justice and affirmed at Nuremberg when “I was following orders” was rejected as […]
ZZ Top frontman Billy F Gibbons will once again be celebrating his birthday in Los Angeles.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer has announced dates for his annual Birthday Jam,…
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