The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) announced that the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline will continue to provide services for LGBTQIA+ youth in Illinois after funding was cut by the federal government last month.
Def Leppard collaborated with Rage Against the Machine guitarist Tom Morello on last year’s single “Just Like 73,” and the two artists just got to perform it live together for the very…
EAST ST. LOUIS — Illinois State Police arrested 34-year-old Parshay M. Lewis of East St. Louis in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred July 12, 2025, in the 2200 block of State Street. ISP said the incident involved 35-year-old Coryesha Davis, also of East St. Louis, who was struck by a vehicle that fled the scene. ISP added that Davis was transported to a local hospital, where she later died from her injuries. The East St. Louis Police Department requested assistance from the Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 6 Public Safety Enforcement Group. ISP special agents located the suspect’s vehicle and identified Lewis as a suspect. Lewis turned herself in to the authorities on July 14, 2025. On July 16, 2025, the St. Clair County State’s Attorney’s Office filed charges against her, including Failure to Report an Accident Involving Personal Injury or Death, a Class 1 felony; Failure to Stop after Having an Accident Involving
Missouri is one of 17 states offering a sales tax-exempt weekend for back-to-school purchases, which will run from August 1-3, and includes clothing, school supplies, computers, and graphing calculators.
EDWARDSVILLE - Kids and adults from across the region will be performing in “School of Rock” at SIUE. SIUE Theater and Dance’s production of “School of Rock” will run from July 18–20 and 25–27, 2025, at Dunham Hall Theater on the SIUE campus. This “community-based show” is part of the Summer Showbiz series and encourages kids from local school districts to lead the cast. “I think it’s just a cool community activity,” said Katie Robberson with SIUE’s Friends of Theater and Dance. “Anybody from within probably the Metro area may know at least one person in the cast or the band or the crew because they just pull from so many different areas.” The show is directed by Kate Slovinski, and Jenny Cartmill serves as the stage manager. Based on the movie of the same name, “School of Rock” follows Dewey Finn, a rock-and-roller who becomes a substitute teacher and forms a rock band with
The suit, filed by UMSL’s insurance company Berkley Regional, says a flood caused by the main break resulted in over $3.4 million worth of damages in October.
CAHOKIA HEIGHTS - Cahokia Heights police are searching for two Metro-East men charged with first-degree murder in connection with the shooting death of a 19-year-old resident. John D. Davis, 24, of Washington Park, and Jovon O. Hamburg, 23, of East St. Louis, were charged by the St. Clair County State’s Attorney’s office for the shooting death of Quan Vaughn. Vaughn, who lived in the 300 block of Greystone Drive in Cahokia Heights, was shot on June 15, 2025, and later died from his injuries at Touchette Regional Hospital. Neither Hamburg nor Davis is currently in custody. Authorities consider both men armed and dangerous and are urging them to surrender to the Cahokia Heights Police Department. Police also ask the public to report any sightings of the suspects. The Cahokia Heights Police number is (618) 337-9505.
Are the members of Fleetwood Mac trying to tell us something? Based on some cryptic posts on social media, they just might have some news to share.It all started when…
This story was originally published by ProPublica. Republished under a CC BY-NC-ND 3.0 license. The Internal Revenue Service is building a computer program that would give deportation officers unprecedented access to confidential tax data. ProPublica has obtained a blueprint of the system, which would create an “on demand” process allowing Immigration and Customs Enforcement to obtain the home addresses of […]
Key Takeaways: A TikTok health trend mixes chia seeds and lemon water to improve digestion and avoid constipation. An OSF HealthCare gastroenterologist says the drink tastes good and can have the benefit of adding to daily fiber requirements. Dr. Omar Khokhar warns anyone with pre-existing gastrointestinal (GI) or swallowing issues should consult their medical provider before trying the mix. Remember the chia pet? Well chia seeds are not just for gag gifts anymore. They do have positive health benefits. For example, seeds (two tablespoons) offer an impressive 10 grams of fiber, or roughly one-third of the daily requirement for adults. There is also a TikTok trend, made popular by celebrity wellness influencer Daryl Gioffre, which makes use of chia seeds and fresh lemon juice to jumpstart a person’s digestion with a goal of alleviating constipation. Omar Khokhar, MD, a gastroenterologist at OSF HealthCare, says the concoction is also referred to as a
CAHOKIA HEIGHTS — The Cahokia Heights Police Department welcomed Officer Isaiah Hampton as its newest member this week, marking a continued effort to strengthen the force with candidates committed to professionalism and community service. Officer Hampton was officially sworn in at the Cahokia Heights Police Department. Chief of Police Dr. Thomas L. Trice expressed pride in adding Hampton to the team, emphasizing the department’s dedication to leadership, equity, and making a positive impact within the community. “I am proud to welcome the newest member of our team, Isaiah Hampton," Trice said in a statement. The Cahokia Police Department is actively seeking individuals who value teamwork and are eager to contribute to a supportive and professional law enforcement environment. “If you want to join an agency where you will be valued and work alongside men and women who work as a team, come join us!” Trice added. Officer Hampton shared his motivation
GODFREY — Ed Gallagher, a longtime resident of Godfrey and World War II Navy veteran, celebrated his 100th birthday on July 12, 2025. Gallagher, known for his service on several submarines during and after the war, remains active in his community and continues to contribute to the USS Diablo Submarine Newsletter with his humorous sea stories. Gallagher served in the Pacific theater during World War II, including time aboard the USS Pomfret SS-391 in 1945 when the atomic bomb was dropped. In 1946, he was part of the prize crew for the Japanese submarine I-400, which was notable for carrying three airplanes in a deck hangar and intended for a mission to bomb the Panama Canal. The submarine was brought to Hawaii for examination, but Gallagher said the Navy did not gain much useful information from the inspection. During that time, he met actor John Wayne and his wife during their tour of the vessel. From 1947 to 1951, Gallagher served as a Culinary Specialist Second Class
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) joined U.S. Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) and six of her colleagues in condemning the Trump Administration for its recent decision to terminate the consent order against Navy Federal Credit Union (NFCU). This decision effectively excuses NFCU from accountability for charging millions in illegal surprise overdraft fees to their members—primarily active-duty servicemembers, Veterans, Department of Defense employees and their families. “In 2024, the CFPB found that between 2017 and 2022, NFCU charged overdraft fees on ATM withdrawals and debit card purchases – even when accounts showed sufficient funds,” the Senators wrote in a letter to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) Acting Director Russell Vought. “In response, the Bureau issued a consent order requiring NFCU to pay $95 million in penalties and restitution: $80.6 million directly to harmed consumers and $15 million
The Anheuser-Busch Brewery in St. Louis, Missouri was named the most historic landmark in the state by Reader's Digest, offering a tour that showcases its legacy from its founding in 1860 to the present day.
ALTON - As the community prepares for the Alton Midwest Nationals F1 Powerboat Championship from July 18–20, 2025, racer Shelby Love can’t wait to get back on the Mississippi River. Love will compete in the Formula Lite division. She is coming off two major wins and took home second place at last year’s Alton Midwest Nationals, and she has high hopes for this weekend. “I feel like I have a good chance,” Love said. “But with so many things that could happen, it still makes you nervous. It’s all about staying calm and racing your race, trying not to push it in a heat and then mess yourself up for the final. There’s a lot going through my mind, but I’m just trying to stay calm and do what I’ve got to do.” Love started racing at age 13 with her father, who will be competing in the F1 Powerboat division this weekend. She shared that powerboat racing has always been a family sport for them. She loves sharing the
ST. LOUIS — A 62-year-old woman was fatally struck by a vehicle late Tuesday night, July 15, 2025, on Interstate 70 westbound east of St. Charles Rock Road, according to Missouri State Highway Patrol reports. The crash occurred late on July 15, 2025, when a 2023 Cadillac AT4 driven by a 61-year-old man from St. Louis hit the pedestrian, who Missouri State Highway Patrol said was crawling in lane one of the highway. The vehicle sustained extensive damage but was driven from the scene. There has not been official police information released about why the woman was crawling in one of the highway lanes. Trooper D.O. Gillespie, who investigated the incident along with Trooper A.T. Borgic and other assisting officers, pronounced the pedestrian dead at the scene on Tuesday. The victim was taken by Lonning Mortuary Services to the St. Louis County morgue. The driver was identified as insured by State Farm. The investigation remains ongoing to determine the full circumstances surrounding
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