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WASHINGTON, D.C. – During Gun Violence Awareness Month, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) joined U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Adam Schiff (D-CA) and Chris Murphy (D-CT) and U.S. Representatives Eric Swalwell (D-CA), Jason Crow (D-CO), Dwight Evans (D-PA) and Mike Thompson (D-CA) and more than 80 Members of Congress in introducing the bicameral Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act, legislation to ensure that victims of gun violence have their day in court and that negligent gun companies and gun sellers are not shielded from liability when they disregard public safety. The bill would repeal the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA), passed by Congress in 2005, which gives the gun industry a unique and unjustifiable legal liability shield that protects gun manufacturers from lawsuits. “The needless gun violence that too many Illinoisans—and Americans across the country—experience

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Three men remain jailed following two separate investigations into wire theft in tornado-damaged neighborhoods in north St. Louis in recent days.

Remember when TikTok was supposedly an urgent national security threat that required emergency legislation? Funny how that “emergency” keeps getting 75-day extensions. Trump is reportedly about to hit the snooze button on TikTok enforcement for the third time, extending a deadline that was supposedly so urgent that Congress had to rush through legislation ignoring basic […]

Alice Cooper reunited with his original bandmates for his upcoming album, The Revenge of Alice Cooper, and now they are teaming up for a one-off event in London.Cooper announced on Instagram that he and…

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GODFREY – Godfrey park visitors may notice more “no smoking” signs in the near future. Concerns were raised at last week’s Public Safety Committee meeting about people smoking near playgrounds and potentially exposing children to second-hand smoke. Local resident and physician Katie Sherer said the issue is especially urgent as cases of asthma and other respiratory conditions in children are on the rise. “Anything you smell, your body has to process and will deliver your lungs, so even the smell of the cigarettes and the non-smells of the vapes, are dangerous – especially for children with respiratory issues,” Sherer said. “I’ve seen a growing number of kids with asthma, allergies, and other respiratory conditions that would really benefit from just having no exposure whatsoever.” One possible solution she and trustees discussed were “smoking huts,” though Sherer said they would have to be placed away from

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The last in a trio of people who committed COVID-19 pandemic-related unemployment fraud and stole dozens of identities along the way appeared in federal court on Friday to be sentenced.

GRANITE CITY - After a hiatus, beloved staple Jerry’s Cafeteria is open again. Located at 1920 Edison Avenue, Jerry’s Cafeteria has been a Granite City institution for decades. In October 2024, they closed the cafeteria side of their business to focus on catering. But thanks to the community’s support, they are open again from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Friday. “It’s looking like it’s going in the right direction,” said Mickey Loftus, general manager. “But running a small business, it’s tough, and we could definitely use more traffic. We’re not trying to be everybody’s competition. We just would like to be able to pay the bills and take care of our loyal customer base and continue to be a staple in Granite for however many more years we can make it.” Loftus explained that Jerry’s started 40 years ago. Owner Jon Roderick’s grandparents owned a tavern,

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The 2025-2026 rankings evaluated more than 850 major U.S. cities to come up with the top 250 best places to live.

ALTON — The 36th annual Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair welcomed families to the National Great Rivers Museum on Saturday, June 7, 2025, offering free fishing activities, educational exhibits, and entertainment designed to connect children and adults with outdoor recreation and natural resources. Hosted by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and the Two Rivers National Wildlife Refuge, the event featured more than 30 stations, including catch-and-release bluegill fishing, a One-Cast station where every participant earned a prize, and bow-fishing at moving and three-dimensional targets. Children who completed at least seven stations were rewarded with prizes and had the opportunity to catch trout from a stocked pond. Scott Isringhausen, urban fishing coordinator for the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, said the fair has been held since 1990 and continues to attract strong participation despite weather challenges. “We

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ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Crews are on the scene after reports of a water main break Monday morning in Berkeley. The main break took place at the 6300 block of James S. McDonnell Boulevard, outside of the Boeing Headquarters building. According to a spokesperson for Missouri American Water, the main break involves a 12-inch [...]

A Missouri man was arrested over the weekend after crashing into a Michigan State Police's trooper vehicle.

NWS survey crews investigated damage from Saturday's storms. Here's how many tornadoes they've confirmed so far.

CLAYTON, MO. - Five Iron Golf is officially open in Clayton, and owner Carlton Blood can’t wait to welcome everyone from the novice to the “golf junkie.” “We’re so excited to be open for the community of St. Louis as a whole,” Blood said. “Now that we’re open, please come across the river and come see us.” Located at 8015 Forsyth Boulevard in Clayton, Five Iron Golf has several golf simulators and games for people to enjoy. They open at 6 a.m. and encourage members to come out and practice in the early morning. Later in the day until midnight, they usually welcome casual golfers, groups of friends and parties to enjoy the simulators, the food and beverage menu, and happy hour. Blood explained that the Five Iron team has been searching for a new location in the St. Louis region for 18 months. They finally decided on their Clayton location, an 8,300-square-foot space with ten simulator bays. Within the next three years,

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EDWARDSVILLE - The Edwardsville Municipal Band will perform its next summer concert on Thursday, June 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the Cleaon Etzkorn Bandstand in City Park. Everyone is invited to bring a chair or blanket and enjoy a fun evening of music in the park. This concert will feature music from popular musicals, both old and new. The program shows how musical theater has changed over time while still telling great stories and connecting with people of all ages. Concessions will be available, provided by the League of Women Voters. Come out and enjoy our second concert of the summer as the Edwardsville Municipal Band continues a tradition of live music in the park that began in 1885. Bring a lawn chair, relax with family and friends, and enjoy an evening of music in the heart of the community. Stay connected by following the Edwardsville Municipal Band on Facebook and Instagram for news and updates.

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