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Did you know that creating a dedicated reading nook can increase your reading time by up to 30%? The psychology of environment plays a crucial role in how we engage with leisure activities, and a thoughtfully designed reading corner can transform an ordinary space into a sanctuary of focus and relaxation. Whether you’re a casual reader or a book enthusiast, crafting a cozy corner tailored to your needs can enhance your enjoyment and make reading an immersive experience. Choosing the Perfect

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) introduced the bipartisan Fertilizer Research Act alongside Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (IA-02), Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03), and Congressman Randy Feenstra (IA-04). By requiring the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to conduct a study of the market factors driving fertilizer costs, the bill would provide greater certainty and transparency for farmers navigating the high prices of these important inputs. This

Every state-run mental health bed in Missouri is being used by the criminal justice system.

November 21 is a date rich with pivotal moments that have shaped the course of history across the globe. Moving back to the 19th century, November 21, 1877, saw the first demonstrable use of a phonograph by Thomas Edison. This invention revolutionized the way people experienced music and information, introducing a new era of sound recording and playback that transformed entertainment and communication worldwide. Edison’s groundbreaking work paved the way for the audio technologies we us

Frank Carr is scheduled to appear in court Friday morning for a plea hearing related to charges stemming from an incident that injured an officer on I-70 in March, where Officer Nathan Speiss was seriously injured while attempting to arrest a teenage carjacking suspect.

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, spoke on the Senate floor to call out the Trump Administration’s extreme and unlawful actions during the so-called “Operation Midway Blitz,” in which hundreds of residents of Illinois and immigrants without a criminal record have been detained. Today, Durbin shared the story of Rafael Veraza and his one-year-old daughter Arianna, who are both U.S. citizens, being

CHICAGO – Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 21 attorneys general, sent a letter urging the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to correct errors in new federal instructions outlining who can receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Attorney General Raoul and the coalition warn that the USDA’s new guidance wrongly treats several groups of immigrants as ineligible for food assistance, contradicts long-standing federal law, an

A day after President Donald Trump took office, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement issued a new directive to its agents: Arrests at courthouses, restricted under the Biden administration, were again permissible. In Connecticut, a group of observers who keep watch on ICE activity in and around Stamford Superior Court have since witnessed a series of […]

CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker announced that the Illinois Medical Debt Relief Program has erased nearly $430 million in medical debt during its first year, benefitting 357,800 Illinoisans across all 102 counties. Illinoisans who have received relief saw, on average, over $1,100 in debt eliminated. “Too many working families are facing real financial uncertainty and higher healthcare costs at the hands of the Trump Administration. Illinois will keep stepping up to ensure th

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. — An adult male was killed early Friday morning, Nov. 21, 2025, in an officer-involved shooting at St. Louis Lambert International Airport, authorities said. The incident occurred at approximately 1:05 a.m. in Terminal 1 when STL Airport Police officers conducting routine security checks encountered the man armed with a knife. According to the St. Louis County Police Department, the suspect refused to drop the weapon and was tased by one officer. St. Louis County

The former Homer G. Phillips Memorial Hospital closed after less than a year. A company affiliated with publicly-traded Nutex Health says it will reopen the facility soon.

FOX 2's Ty Hawkins and Margie Ellisor visited Kirkwood to highlight the people, places and stories that make the city special.

Friday will be a rainy and chilly day with a high near 53 and a low around 40. Winds will blow from the northeast at 7 to 12 mph with gusts up to 12 mph. Morning fog and steady rain will reduce visibility and could slow traffic on the morning commute. The rain will taper off by evening with just light showers overnight. It will feel a bit chilly, with temperatures dropping into the upper 30s in the early morning hours. Saturday starts cool with a low near 38, but the sun will make a good comeback

We’ve noted time and time again that Trump’s attack on U.S. cybersecurity defenses and oversight are utterly indistinguishable from a foreign attack. Perhaps with the exception of more lip filler, spray tans, diabetes, bogus efficiency, and fake piety. That’s been particularly true for Trump’s attack on the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), which has […]

The trucking industry is a major economic driver supporting multiple sectors, but lately it is facing challenges due to a lack of freight to haul and labor constraints. The Missouri Department of Transportation estimates that over 985 million tons of goods pass through Missouri annually, with a net worth of $1.1 trillion. About 87% of […]

Renata Cassiano Alvarez, the 2025 Visiting Artist in Residence at Laumeier Sculpture Park, works predominantly in clay, focusing on process to develop an intimate and collaborative relationship with her chosen […]

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