CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul presented the proposed budget for the Attorney General’s office for the next fiscal year to a Senate legislative committee today in Chicago. Raoul announced that since taking office in 2019, his office has generated an average of $23.47 in revenue for every dollar of taxpayer funding the office received. “The Attorney General’s office serves Illinois as the people’s law firm, protecting seniors from scammers, supporting victims of violent crime and advocating for the state’s interests,” Raoul said. “We are committed to maintaining vital programs and services to the people of Illinois, even as our responsibilities continue to expand under new statutory requirements and greater enforcement authority of existing state laws, as well as our critical work to protect Illinoisans’ rights from attack by the federal government.” During the hearing, Raoul highlighted the increased workload resulting
This article originally comes from Construction Forum on April 15, 2025 Registration is now open for FreightWeekSTL 2025, set for June 2-6. The St. Louis Regional Freightway is hosting the conference for the eighth consecutive year. The week-long freight and logistics event features panel sessions, interviews, a riverboat tour through the Ag Coast of America and more. FreightWeekSTL spotlights the […]
FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS - A family is seeking community support after a car accident on March 17, 2025, resulted in the deaths of Ashley Koehler and her 10-year-old son, Jacob, and left her 3-year-old daughter, Gracie, critically injured. In response to the tragedy, friends and family organized the Emmerich Family Benefit fundraiser, scheduled for 1 p.m. Sunday, May 4, 2025, at St. Clair Bowl, located at 5950 Old Collinsville Road in Fairview Heights, Illinois. The event will include a silent auction and a ball raffle, with all proceeds going to support Koehler’s four children. The benefit features a 9-Pin No Tap Tournament and costs $25 per participant. Those interested in attending or reserving a spot can contact Kim at (618) 972-4713. “All proceeds from the benefit go toward all four children who were left behind after this tragedy,” organizers said.
Missouri's Republican-led House has advanced a proposed repeal of an abortion-rights measure approved by voters. A proposed constitutional amendment endorsed Tuesday would replace the abortion-rights measure with a ban on abortion, except in cases of medical emergency or fetal anomaly, or in cases of rape or incest up to 12 weeks of pregnancy.
Turns out the lyrics to Bryan Adams' 1985 hit "Summer of ’69" aren't exactly autobiographical.In the lyrics he reminisces about his first guitar, singing about getting his “first real six-string” at…
Brenda Deutsch, accused of abusing a 16-year-old and abandoning her in Texas, sought to reduce her $250,000 cash-only bond. A friend said prosecutors have the case “all wrong.”
From St. Louis Magazine: A 36-unit apartment building whose development has long been stuck at the city’s Preservation Board now appears set for construction off Morganford Road, just two blocks from Tower Grove Park. In the past two years, developer AHM Group has twice been denied permission to knock down three historic, rundown buildings at […]
Washington University in St. Louis will pause construction on major capital projects on its Danforth Campus, in response to uncertainties regarding federal funding. Projects that will be put on hold will include planned improvements to Mudd Field, which began at the start of the year, and the new Arts & Sciences building, which was announced last fall. […]
The first few months of the Trump administration have seen a quick divergence between those who are quick to bend the knee to unconstitutional, authoritarian, censorial demands from Donald Trump, and those with the spine to actually stand up and say “fuck that.” While it’s important to call out and shame those who cave, it’s […]
The GOP-controlled Missouri House on Tuesday voted 94-50 to advance a ballot question to repeal the new constitutional right to abortion that voters approved last year.
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. — Patrick Steinway, 41, of the 4800 block of Southridge Park Drive in St. Louis, was charged Tuesday, April 15, 2025, with stealing more than $25,000 from St. Margaret Mary Alacoque Church, authorities said. The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office filed the charges on April 15, 2025. Steinway is being held on a $25,000 cash-only bond with no option for 10% bond. The investigation began on Jan. 24, 2025, when Detective #1 responded to the Bank of Hillsboro following reports of theft from the church. Steinway, who volunteered for the church and worked at the bank, managed the church’s athletic department and was responsible for collecting and processing fees for its programs, the St. Louis County Prosecuting Office confirmed. During routine audits of nonprofit accounts at the bank, irregularities were discovered involving two church accounts and one personal account opened by Steinway. It was determined that Steinway transferred funds
ALTON - Maya and Alex Stephan have emerged as pivotal players for the Marquette Catholic girls' soccer team during their successful 2025 campaign. In a recent match against Roxana, both sisters contributed to the team's victory by scoring goals, showcasing their skill and teamwork. The match occurred last week, further solidifying the Explorers' strong season. The Stephan sisters are Tucker's Automotive Repair & Tire Female Athletes of the Month for Marquette Catholic. Maya, reflecting on her journey, expressed her long-standing desire to play for Marquette Catholic. "I remember Alex and I watching them win in penalty kicks in the playoffs," she said. "I've been fortunate to have played with great teammates, but to share the experience with my sister for two years is something I will always be grateful for." Alex also shared her sentiments about playing alongside her sister. "I really enjoy playing with Maya. I'm definitely going to miss her when she graduates, not just the
TROY - Make plans to spend the First Fridays in Downtown Troy this summer. Enjoy live entertainment, local food, market vendors, and shopping while exploring Market and Main Streets. The first event will be held May 2, 2025, with three more held the first Friday of June, August and September. The musical lineup for this summer at First Fridays in Downtown Troy is sensational. Standout area musician Mike Sonderegger of Mike Sonderegger Music will kick off the season with his always entertaining acoustic performance on May 2. On June 6, 2025, Dawn Mushill, President/CEO Of the Troy/Maryville/St. Jaob/Marine/Marine Chamber of Commerce said: "We go country with one of the best country bands in the area, Shotgun Creek. "We take a break for July 4th, then Lanny & Julie (a local staple) will join us on August 1st. Finishing the season, we have The Dude Abides Duo in September, which is guaranteed to rock the night. All concerts run 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. "People are encouraged to
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