WASHINGTON — U.S. Democratic lawmakers argued in a new legal filing this week that President Donald Trump’s sweeping emergency tariffs usurped congressional power, and they urged a federal appellate court to strike down the duties on foreign imports. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit is set to hear oral arguments over some […]
It’s been interesting to watch the current administration and its GOP backers contort themselves into logical pretzels to explain to Americans why their policies, which are clearly either steeped or tinged with racist elements, are not in fact racist. Immigration policies and practices that are conducted without such annoyances as due process are waved off […]
Toni Cornell, daughter of the late Chris Cornell, has released a cover of the Beach Boys song "God Only Knows."The rendition is dedicated to late Beach Boys mastermind Brian Wilson,…
LAKE PROVIDENCE, La. — East Carroll Parish sits in the northeastern corner of Louisiana, along the winding Mississippi River. Its seat, Lake Providence, was a thriving agricultural center of the Delta. Now, the town is a shell of its former self. Charred and dilapidated buildings dot the small city center. There are a few gas […]
The former captain of the Manchester Police Department has filed a lawsuit against the City of Manchester, claiming he was forced to resign last year without due process and that city officials harmed his professional reputation.
Late bloomers worth the wait: Sunflowers Return to Columbia Bottom Conservation Site for the Summer SPANISH LAKE, Mo.—Frequent rains earlier this spring caused a slight delay in planting sunflowers at Columbia Bottom Conservation Area (CA) this season. However, sunflower lovers will still have the opportunity again this summer to view and photograph […]
Saint Louis County Pet Adoption Center to Host Responsible Pet Ownership Education and Microchip – The Saint Louis County Pet Adoption Center is hosting a community-centered educational event Saturday, July 12 from noon to 3 p.m. at the North County Recreation Complex. The event will bring together local vendors and pet-focused resources from around the […]
WASHINGTON — Congress has just one week left to approve the Trump administration’s request to cancel $9.4 billion in previously approved funding for public media and foreign aid, setting up yet another tight deadline for lawmakers. The Senate must pass the bill before July 18, otherwise the White House budget office will be required to […]
WASHINGTON — A federal judge in New Hampshire Thursday issued a preliminary injunction against President Donald Trump’s executive order that would rewrite the constitutional right to birthright citizenship, and granted a class certification to infants who would be affected by the order. The ruling from U.S. District Judge Joseph Laplante came after the Supreme Court last month […]
Measles cases have surpassed a recent 2019 record to reach the highest level since 1992, with at least 1,289 cases reported in 39 states. The milestone comes as health officials are increasingly alarmed by vaccine skepticism gaining a voice in the Trump Administration’s Health and Human Services Administration under Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. As […]
JERSEYVILLE - Ashlen Scott has been named the 2025 Miss Jersey County Fair Queen. Scott is the daughter of Robert and Marian Scott. She was sponsored by Allen’s Greenhouse and Garden Supply. She expressed her gratitude for a fun pageant and her excitement to represent Jersey County. “I’m just so honored and proud of myself,” Scott said. “It really feels like all the work that I put in definitely paid off.” In addition to being named Miss Jersey County Fair Queen, Scott was honored with the People’s Choice Award and the Crew Award. She was also named Miss Congeniality. Looking forward, she plans to attend Lewis and Clark Community College to study Diagnostic Medical Sonography, and then attend Lincoln Land Community College for Agribusiness. Scott is excited to share Jersey County with the rest of the state by representing the county at upcoming parades and events. She also looks forward to spending time with Little Miss Jersey Count
Heroes Month Celebrated at RYZE Adventure Park Special July Offer to Honor First Responders and Service Members RYZE Adventure Park – an immersive destination park with boundless adventures, will honor the everyday heroes who serve and protect our communities. The facility address: RYZE Adventure Park, 12420 Grace Church Road Maryland Heights, MO 63043 Throughout July, […]
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey just sent threatening letters to Google, Microsoft, OpenAI, and Meta, claiming their AI chatbots violated Missouri’s consumer protection laws. The crime? When asked to rank presidents on antisemitism, some of the AIs had the temerity to suggest Donald Trump might not be great on that front. Yes, you read that […]
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