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‘People movers’ out, more parking in: Trump announces $22.5B Washington Dulles makeover

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WASHINGTON — Washington Dulles International Airport in Virginia, the main long-distance gateway to the nation’s capital, is set to receive a multi-billion-dollar makeover, President Donald Trump said Wednesday.  Sitting behind a large model of the airport’s new proposed design, Trump unveiled the project at an event in the Oval Office with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, […]
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Hannah Kelly

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Former Missouri state Rep. Hannah Kelly, who is running for the Rolla-based 16th Senate District seat, is strongly opposed to legalizing and regulating video gaming machines that are often found in gas stations, convenience stores and fraternal organizations. “I do not want these machines in our gas stations easily accessible to our children,” she said. Kelly decided to initially run for office because she felt there was a great disconnect between her generation and people serving in the legislature.

Illinois Bans Student Cellphone Use Throughout School Day

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SPRINGFIELD - Students in Illinois public schools will soon be barred from using cellphones and other personal wireless devices during school hours under a law signed Tuesday, July 28, 2026, by Gov. JB Pritzker, who said the statewide requirement is aimed at reducing distractions and keeping students focused on learning. The measure, Senate Bill 2427, requires all school districts to adopt “bell-to-bell” policies before the start of the 2027-2028 school year. Pritzker signed the legislatio

Daily Deal: Ultrathin Sleep Aid Under Pillow Speaker

3 weeks 6 days ago
Enjoy calming sounds, bedtime music, audiobooks, or podcasts without wearing headphones or disturbing a sleeping partner. The Ultrathin Sleep Aid speaker fits comfortably beneath or beside your pillow, delivering clear, localized audio while remaining virtually unnoticeable during sleep. Whether you’re winding down after a long day, taking a quick afternoon nap, or helping children drift […]
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Proposed West Alton, Mo., Ameren Plant Could Bring 1,000 Construction Jobs

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WEST ALTON, MO. - Ameren Missouri announced on Monday, July 26, 2026, that it has filed an application with the Missouri Public Service Commission to build the West Alton Energy Center, a proposed 2,100-megawatt combined-cycle natural gas facility in West Alton, Mo., that the utility says would support around-the-clock power needs, grid reliability and economic growth, with a target completion date of 2031 pending regulatory approval. The proposed plant would be built next to Ameren Missouri’s

Why Vitamin D Matters During Cancer Treatment

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Vitamin D may be best known for keeping bones strong, but it can also play an important role in supporting the body during cancer treatment. Jeanna Brouwer, an outpatient oncology dietitian with the OSF HealthCare Cancer Institute, says understanding your vitamin D levels is one of the first steps in supporting your overall health during treatment. She emphasizes that vitamin D, a fat-soluble vitamin, helps support bone health, immune function and recovery, making it a crucial part of cancer

Giannoulias Initiative Strengthens Oversight of Tow Truck Industry and Fights Fraud

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View a video message from Secretary Giannoulias and Alderman Villegas SPRINGFIELD – Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias’ initiative to crack down on rogue tow truck operators, strengthen oversight of tow truck registrations and combat fraud has been sent to Governor JB Pritzker. House Bill 4843, which the Illinois General Assembly approved unanimously, expands the Secretary of State’s authority to suspend or revoke certificates and special registration plates issue

NAACP Pushes Mentorship and Prevention After Alton Shooting

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ALTON - Leon Smallwood-Bey, president of the Alton Branch of the NAACP, on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, called on Alton residents, faith leaders, elected officials, business owners and community organizations to unite in a renewed commitment to ending violence in the city following the latest shooting death of 21-year-old Terrance Johnson in Alton. In the appeal issued July 29, 2026, Smallwood-Bey urged the community to take specific steps to address violence, including mentoring young people,