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The Royal Mail is helping AC/DC celebrate their 50th anniversary with a new set of commemorative stamps.The set of eight stamps features various photos of the Rock & Roll Hall of Famers…

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Remember when Donald Trump and the MAGA universe wanted to “lock her up!” over Hillary Clinton’s use of a personal email server for State Department business? Let’s be clear, we found Clinton’s use of a personal email server, which she claimed to have used “for convenience”, deeply problematic but pretty clearly not criminal. And, as […]

CHICAGO - The U.S. Department of Justice has initiated a lawsuit against the state of Illinois and the city of Chicago, alleging that their “sanctuary” policies obstruct federal immigration enforcement. The suit names several officials, including Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, and Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling, among others. The 23-page lawsuit asserts that state laws are “designed to and in fact interfere with and discriminate against the federal government’s enforcement of federal immigration law in violation of the Supremacy Clause of the United States Constitution.” It contends that both Pritzker and Johnson, in their official capacities, claim to share an interest with the federal government in enforcing immigration laws to facilitate the removal of offenders from the United States. According to the lawsuit, “The challenged provisions of Illinois, Chicago, and Cook County law reflect their intentional

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Like many people, Joan Elhoffer started working at McDonald’s when she was 16 years old. But Elhoffer, now 65, never left the ubiquitous golden arches and has built a long career as an owner of St. Louis area McDonald’s locations.

Six St. Louis County department heads have filed a lawsuit against the county council, an effort to block a ballot measure they say would let the council remove them from office.

IMPACT Strategies recently completed the last phase of new construction with the Administration Building to serve the Hoyleton Youth and Family Services (HYFS) New Campus, a momentous project for the organization and all the stakeholders that they serve. The new campus replacing the original one built over 100 year ago provides a new therapeutic living […]

From St. Louis Post-Dispatch:  Fortune 500 corporation Emerson offered one of the first looks of the industrial technology company’s new Clayton headquarters on Tuesday — and announced an additional $6 million in new donations. Emerson CEO Lal Karsanbhai said the company will donate $2 million each to the St. Louis Zoo, Great Rivers Greenway and […]

From St. Louis Business Journal:  The developer who last year purchased the AT&T Tower on Wednesday disclosed plans for a $350 million redevelopment of the massive, vacant downtown St. Louis skyscraper, saying new subsidies being weighed by state lawmakers are critical to the project’s viability. Charles Goldman, managing partner of Boston-based Goldman Group, said plans […]

CHICAGO – The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) announced it is accepting applications from eligible local governments and nonprofit organizations to participate in the state’s Home Repair and Accessibility Program (HRAP). Through HRAP, IHDA will provide funding to approved agencies who will then provide grants to low- and extremely low-income homeowners to make health and safety, accessibility, and energy efficiency repairs to their homes. “Many homeowners are forced to prioritize their spending causing many to delay vital and necessary home repairs leading to a potentially unsafe environment for them and their families,” said IHDA Executive Director Kristin Faust. “It is imperative that our low-income and aging populations live in healthy, stable housing. I encourage local governments and nonprofit organizations apply for HRAP so they can receive and then provide this vital assistance to help vulnerable homeowners in their communities.”

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From UMSL Blog:  Brian Adler grew up in Los Angeles, the second most populous city in the United States. Despite his upbringing, Adler didn’t really become interested in urbanism until he moved to St. Louis to pursue his bachelor’s degree. “When I came to St. Louis, I began thinking and learning more about urbanism, because […]

ALTON - AmeriCorps’ Foster Grandparent program at Senior Services Plus, Inc. is seeking Senior volunteers to mentor children for both Alton and Centralia, Illinois sites. Foster Grandparents volunteer 15-40 hours per week at area public schools, after school programs, etc., serving as role models, mentors, and friends to children with exceptional needs. The program provides ways for adults aged 55 and over to stay healthy and active both mentally and physically, opportunities for self-improvement and building new skills, and making connections throughout the community. Educators and program directors also benefit from Foster Grandparents, as busy classrooms and after school programs can be difficult for children to receive one-on-one attention. "Grandma Charlene is such a blessing to our learning community,” says Candice Wallace, a teacher at East Elementary in Alton. “She assists myself and our students in many ways each and every day. It is hard to just single ou

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From St. Louis Post-Dispatch:  St. Dominic High School will soon do what few coeducational Catholic high schools have done — teach the trades. The 1,100-student school will launch a building trades program at the start of the 2025-2026 school year, adding St. Dominic to the small list of private schools in the region to offer […]

The ad will air on KTVI, FOX2. It showcases the energy and passion fans bring to Energizer Park in addition to highlighting the skill of St. Louis City SC.

From Construction Dive:  The construction industry faces a shifting landscape as the Trump administration sets about reshaping some of the country’s most impactful federal policies. With changes in infrastructure priorities, regulatory rollbacks and economic shifts, contractors and developers are bracing for both new opportunities and potential setbacks. Some sectors, such as data centers and infrastructure, […]

SWANSEA - Attorney General Kwame Raoul today announced that a St. Clair County man was sentenced to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to the dissemination of child sexual abuse material. The case is part of Raoul’s ongoing work, in collaboration with federal law enforcement agencies and local law enforcement officials throughout Illinois, to apprehend offenders who download and trade child pornography online. Raoul’s office prosecuted Elijah I. Ames, 19, of Swansea, Illinois, who was sentenced on Wednesday by St. Clair County Circuit Court Judge Robert Haida after pleading guilty in November 2024 to two Class X felony counts of dissemination of child sexual abuse material. “This sentence represents justice for minor victims who have been exploited and abused,” Raoul said. “My office’s Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force works tirelessly to identify and track down individuals who download or trade these horrific photos and videos,

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The Who’s Pete Townshend’s solo career is being celebrated with a new box set.Pete Townshend The Studio Albums, dropping March 28, will consist of eight CDs, featuring newly remastered versions…

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CHICAGO - Today, Governor JB Pritzker and First Lady MK Pritzker announced an open call for poets statewide to apply to be considered as the next Illinois Poet Laureate. The Illinois Poet Laureate is an honorary state position appointed by the Governor, tasked with promoting access to literary arts and raising awareness through statewide community engagement. The Office of the Governor is partnering with the Illinois Arts Council, Illinois Humanities, and the Poetry Foundation to collaborate on the search process and in supporting the position. “The selection of a poet laureate is a unique opportunity to bring awareness to our state’s rich history of literary arts and shine a spotlight on the amazing poets that call Illinois home,” said Governor JB Pritzker and First Lady MK Pritzker. “We were proud to name Angela Jackson as Illinois Poet Laureate in 2020 and are excited to review another group of amazingly talented candidates to select from.” Illinois

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ALTON — A move this week by Mac's Pizza and Poker to donate lunch to the Alton Police Department is a prime example of what a business can do to fully serve the community. The Alton Police Department expressed gratitude this week to Mac's Pizza and Poker for providing lunch to officers, highlighting the importance of community support for local law enforcement. The event took place as part of a broader effort to foster relationships between the police and the community they serve. The lunch, which included pizza and calzones, was delivered to the department on an unspecified date. Officers noted that such gestures of kindness from local businesses are appreciated and contribute significantly to morale. "A huge shoutout to Mac's Pizza and Poker for bringing down some delicious pizza and calzones for lunch today," the police department said in a statement. "Your generosity and support mean the world to us, and we truly appreciate the kindness you show to our department." Rob Lenhardt

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