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The Intelligence Community just demonstrated, in spectacular fashion, exactly how badly Donald Trump and his ODNI chief Tulsi Gabbard misrepresented the laughable supposed “invasion” of the US by Venezuelan gangs. And they did it by responding to a Freedom of Information Act request in what may be record time — just six business days. For […]

Sammy Hagar was joined by a special guest for the latest show of his The Best of All Worlds residency at Dolby Live at Park MGM in Las Vegas.Grateful Dead guitarist…

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The Chicago native been selected to lead the Catholic Church as the 267th pope.

ALTON — The Alton Police Department recognized the contributions of correctional officers during National Correctional Officers and Employees Week, observed May 4–10, 2025. This annual observance, established in 1984 by President Ronald Reagan, honors the role correctional professionals play in maintaining safety and order within correctional facilities. On May 7, 2025, the department presented its correctional officers with gift bags as a token of appreciation for their commitment and professionalism. The gift bags were prepared in partnership with Sacred Spaces of CARE, highlighting community support for the officers who work behind the scenes to ensure safety and rehabilitation. “Each officer received a thoughtfully prepared gift bag filled with goodies — a small token of our immense appreciation for their unwavering commitment and professionalism,” the Alton Police Department said in a statement. The week serves as a reminder to acknowledge

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Walmart, Cold Water School Teamup for Wellnss Festival at the School    In a joint initiative to promote healthy lifestyles among students, Walmart and the Cold Water Elementary School Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) hosted a Wellness Fair at the school on Saturday, May 3, to educate and engage students and their families on the importance of […]

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WASHINGTON — The U.S. House approved a measure Thursday that would codify part of President Donald Trump’s executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America.” The bill — which was passed on a nearly party-line vote, 211-206 — calls on the head of each federal agency to “update each document and map of […]

Lorde will take the stage at Chaifetz Arena on Oct. 9. Here's when tickets go on sale.

A man is facing charges after being accused of stealing nearly $6,000 from his terminally-ill neighbor earlier this year.

SPRINGFIELD – On April 16, 2025, the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA) and the Illinois Finance Authority (IFA) closed the State of Illinois Clean Water Initiative Revolving Fund Revenue and Refunding Bonds, Series 2025 (Green Bonds), and successfully yield $544.2 million of proceeds for Illinois EPA’s State Revolving Fund (SRF) Programs. “Illinois continues to receive strong bids from the bond market, amid the economic uncertainty being created on the federal level,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Our strong fiscal discipline is allowing us to save taxpayers money, while also providing local governments the capital to replace lead pipes and create economic opportunities across the state.” Consistent with prior bond issues, Fitch Ratings and S&P Global Ratings, the Series 2025 Green Bonds were priced at a premium on March 31 and April 1. These new funds will support Illinois EPA’s mission of financing critical water infrastructure

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EAST ST. LOUIS — During Teacher Appreciation Week, East St. Louis School District 189 has recognized Imani Dyson, an 11th-grade English teacher at East St. Louis Senior High School, for her dedication to student learning and instructional excellence. The district highlighted Ms. Dyson in its Teacher Appreciation Spotlight, noting her collaborative approach and use of data to guide her teaching methods. Assistant Principal Delicia Ferrell praised Ms. Dyson, saying, “Ms. Dyson is collaborative and uses data to drive her instruction. Her classes are always engaging and rigorous, and she encourages her students to be independent thinkers.” The East St. Louis School District expressed gratitude for Ms. Dyson’s efforts in creating a classroom environment where students are challenged, supported and inspired. The recognition reflects the district’s commitment to honoring educators who contribute to shaping strong and thoughtful learners. Thank you to

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NJT Presents the Pulitzer Prize-Winning ‘The Heidi Chronicles’ May 29-June 15 NJT will presents The Heidi Chronicles, the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play by celebrated playwright Wendy Wasserstein. The production will run from May 29 through June 15, under the direction of frequent NJT collaborator Ellie Schwetye. A landmark of American theatre, The Heidi […]

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Missouri American Water customers will soon see changes in their bills, as state regulators have approved a $63 million revenue increase for the utility.

SPRINGFIELD – Today, the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) announced that it resolved multiple complaints of unpaid wages and is distributing more than $483,000 to affected workers. The payments are part of a settlement agreement reached with Beecher, Illinois-based contractor, Bulk Storage, Inc. In addition to the wages recovered for the workers involved in the claims, the Contractor will pay $85,000 in penalties to IDOL. “This agreement underscores the importance of ensuring that workers are paid the wages they’ve earned and are owed,” said Illinois Department of Labor Director Jane Flanagan. “Recovering these funds not only makes these workers whole but underscores that every employer on public works and construction projects is expected to follow the law and uphold their obligations.” After an investigation, IDOL determined the Contractor failed to pay wages and/or benefits to more than three dozen workers as required under the Illinois Prevailing

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O’FALLON, Ill. — Nathan T. Smith was sentenced Tuesday, May 6, 2025, to 40 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections after pleading guilty to first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of Ivan J. Marshall. The conviction stems from the May 22, 2022, shooting death of Marshall, a 20-year-old employee at Bella Milano restaurant in O’Fallon, Ill., who was fatally shot in the restaurant’s rear parking lot. Smith was the last of four individuals charged and convicted in connection with Marshall’s death. The other convicted defendants are Darrayvia D. Crump of Cahokia Heights, who was convicted of armed violence and sentenced to 20 years; Nautica A. Young, also of Cahokia Heights, convicted of armed robbery and sentenced to 21 years; and Shadajah J. Denton, of Cahokia Heights, convicted of armed robbery and sentenced to 25 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. The O’Fallon Police Department acknowledged the assistance of the Major Case

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A bond document obtained by the Post-Dispatch shows Maryville seeks $20.5 million in bonds to infuse artificial intelligence, or AI, into recruitment and the classroom.

President Donald Trump said that he will pull the nomination of conservative activist Ed Martin Jr. to be the top federal prosecutor for the nation’s capital, after a key Republican senator said he could not support him for the job due to his defense of Jan. 6 rioters.