ST. LOUIS - Storms rolled through the St. Louis area Tuesday afternoon. Several tornado warnings were issued for communities south of St. Louis. A severe thunderstorm watch is effect for counties southeast of St. Louis until 8 p.m. The greatest threat will be south of Metro St. Louis within the watch. Damaging winds of 60 mph, [...]
We generally understand how LLM hallucinations work. An AI model tries to generate what seems like a plausible response to whatever you ask it, drawing on its training data to construct something that sounds right. The actual truth of the response is, at best, a secondary consideration. It does not involve facts. It does not […]
A judge on Monday temporarily blocked Missouri Attorney General’s subpoena seeking records from a nonprofit that assists women seeking abortions.
Bailey’s office issued the subpoena to Missouri Abortion Fund demanding it turn over years’ worth of documents as part of a lawsuit his office filed against Planned Parenthood more than a year ago.
The lawsuit is based on a video published by Project Veritas which depicts a man entering a Planned Parenthood clinic in Kansas City asking for help…
SPRINGFIELD – Celebrating the Secretary of State’s 75th annual Vehicle Show this fall, Illinois Secretary Alexi Giannoulias is highlighting the 70th anniversary of the iconic Chrysler 300. Giannoulias also announced that the Vehicle Show will take place on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in downtown Springfield. A limited number of commemorative license plates featuring the Chrysler 300 and promoting the Vehicle Show are now available for $35 per pair until June 10. Illinois vehicle owners who purchase the plates may display them on their vehicles for up to 60 days before the show from July 8 to September 6, 2025. “The Secretary of State’s Vehicle Show is a treasured tradition that brings families and enthusiasts together from across the Midwest,” Giannoulias said. “This year’s show celebrates 75 years of classic cars and family fun. We look forward to hosting the event in downtown Springfield so people can tak
May-June entertainment events The Open Road: Sonic Landscapes – May 9, 6-7:15pm Saint Louis Art Museum Auditorium https://chamberprojectstl.org/season-17-20242025/2025/5/9/the-open-road In collaboration with the Saint Louis Art Museum and curator Eric Lutz, this narrated multimedia concert explores the relationships between American music and the Exhibition “In Search of America: Photography and the Road Trip.” Hitting the […]
GODFREY - In the late evening of Saturday, April 26, 2025, Madison County Sheriff's Deputies responded to Tony's Ranch House located in the 3300 block of Godfrey Road, Godfrey, in regard to the discovery of a possible human foot near the parking lot. Madison County Chief Deputy Sheriff Marcos Pulido said preliminary investigation by Sheriff's Deputies, as well as the Madison County Coroner's Office and an anthropologist, revealed this item was not a human foot. Pulido said additional investigation will take place, but for now, all guidance and consultation to this point indicate this item was likely from an animal. The discovery was made Saturday evening by an Alton woman who was at the restaurant with a group of friends. “We were just going as a group of friends to get some pizza,” she said. Upon exiting her vehicle, she noticed what she initially thought was dropped food. The woman's friends were in front of her heading into the restaurant, when she had to get their
Sen. Steven Roberts’ bill to spur redevelopment of vacant downtown buildings, including the AT&T tower and the Railway Exchange, is being held up in the Missouri House.
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS), Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), and Lincoln Land Community College (LLCC) will host a State of Illinois Career Fair on May 7, 2025. Taking place on LLCC’s campus in Springfield, IL, members of the public can learn about job opportunities at the State and connect with hiring managers. “We are excited to recruit new talent to the State of Illinois and grow our diverse workforce,” said CMS Director Raven DeVaughn. “Hosting career fairs helps us meet people where they are in their communities and in their job search.” Job opportunities are available in a variety of fields at the State, including healthcare, education, finance, engineering, and more. Representatives from multiple different agencies will be in attendance. Available roles range from entry level and seasonal roles to full time and supervisory roles. The event also includes an Early Bird Workshop where
CHATHAM - Today, Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement concerning the tragic crash that occurred in Chatham: “I am horrified and deeply saddened by the deaths of children and numerous injuries in Chatham this afternoon. Our community lost a group of bright and innocent young people with their whole lives ahead of them. Parents said goodbye to their kids this morning not knowing it would be the last time. My heart is heavy for these families and the unimaginable grief they’re experiencing – something that no parent should ever have to endure. MK and I extend our prayers and deepest condolences to everyone impacted by this unspeakable tragedy. “Illinois State Police has begun working with the Chatham Police Department to investigate the incident and will provide the public with more information when it becomes available. My office is closely monitoring the situation and is ready to support in any way that we can. We are grateful for all the first
From St. Louis Business Journal: The largest homebuilder in the state of Missouri and one of its key contractors have ended their working relationship and are facing off in court, with competing claims of breach of contract and fraud. McBride Homes, the Chesterfield-based homebuilder that is the largest in both the St. Louis region and […]
by Dr. John Gaal Editor’s Note: Each week, Dr. John Gaal, director of worker wellness for the Missouri Works Initiative, a non-profit workforce formed by the Missouri AFL-CIO, collects and comments on news and trends in workforce wellness and life balance. Construction Forum carries the Worker Wellness & Well-Being Blog as a regular feature. The […]
GREENVILLE – Greenville University has announced the commencement schedule for the Class of 2025 graduation ceremonies, which will take place from May 8 to May 10. The theme, "Rise Up, God's Still Rolling Stones," reflects the spirit of the graduating class and the weekend's events. The master schedule for Greenville University’s Commencement Weekend is as follows: Thursday, May 8, 2025 7:00 p.m. – SENIOR MUGGING | Ruby E. Dare Library steps Friday, May 9, 2025 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. – ALMOST ALUMNI SENIOR BREAKFAST | Tidball Alumni House Seniors receive their first alumni t-shirt 5:00 p.m. – GREENVILLE UNIVERSITY CHOIR CONCERT | Wilson Recital Hall - Whitlock Music Center 6:00 p.m. – CLASS OF 2025 PHOTO | Front steps of the Ruby E. Dare Library 6:30 p.m. – IVY CUTTING (Immediately follows class photo) | Hogue Lawn For traditional students, this silent ceremony symbolizes the end of their university
Billy Joel's signature song is the newest member of the Spotify Billions Club."Piano Man," the title track from Billy's 1973 breakthrough album, has hit 1 billion streams on the music streaming…
SCHAUMBURG, IL – Today, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi concluded a three-stop “Trump Tariff Tour” across Illinois to highlight the destructive economic impact of President Donald Trump’s blanket tariff policies. From Chicago to Atlanta to Urbana, Congressman Krishnamoorthi heard directly from small business owners, farmers, and workers about how Trump’s tariffs are driving up costs, shrinking margins, and threatening jobs across the state. “Whether it’s a family farm, a neighborhood kombucha brewery, or a local produce distributor, Illinois businesses and working families are footing the bill for Donald Trump’s reckless tariff war,” Congressman Krishnamoorthi said. “These tariffs are a hidden tax on hardworking families and small businesses, and they’re already doing real damage to our economy. Illinoisans shouldn’t have to pay the price for Trump’s self-inflicted economic wounds. It’s time to end these
EDWARDSVILLE - The Edwardsville Community Unit School District #7 Board of Education has officially elected new officers. During a special meeting on Monday, April 28, 2025, the Board seated its three new members — Sara Bauer, Matt Breihan and Alma Carver — and reinstated Scott Ahart to the Board. Members also elected Bob Paty as president, Carver as vice president and Breihan as secretary. “As president, I recognize it is my responsibility to represent all citizens of District #7,” Paty said. “As a Board, we must pledge to work on behalf of all students and employees and ensure that they have every opportunity to succeed in a safe and positive environment.” During the special meeting, Carey Francis read out the vote results and Chief Judge Christopher Threlkeld guided the newly elected members through the oath of office. He also provided the student oath of office to Claire Johnson, the new student representative. Following the special
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) released the following statement after the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued an emergency fuel waiver allowing the nationwide sale of E15 gasoline – gasoline blended with 15% ethanol – during the summer driving season. This action follows Budzinski and her bipartisan colleagues urging President Trump to grant the waiver. “High blends of biofuels help folks save money at the gas pump, reduce our dependence on foreign oil, cut carbon emissions and support critical markets for Illinois family farmers. I’m pleased to see the Trump administration taking this step to allow the sale of E15 and ultimately provide more certainty for producers and consumers at a time when they need it most,” said Budzinski. “Now, Congress should work to pass legislation, like the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act to codify year-round, nationwide E15.” Last week, Congresswoman
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