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A tour of the outer solar system, from Pluto-Charon to Planet X, plus saber teeth and punky molluscs.

The Magic House is excited to debut Alma’s Way: Welcome to My Neighborhood, an immersive exhibit developed and fabricated by The Magic House in collaboration with PBS KIDS and Fred […]

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While the destructive Los Angeles fires rage, all eyes have turned to the app that lets you track them.

SPRINGFIELD - The public voting period for the Illinois state flag redesign contest has kicked off and will run through Feb. 14, 2025. Illinoisans can choose to vote for one of the Illinois Flag Commission’s Top 10 new designs, or one of three former flag designs, including the current one. “Now is the time to make your voice heard and I encourage folks to join the process by voting for the flag that they feel best represents our great state,” said Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias, whose office will conduct the public vote. “The public feedback received during this period will help guide the General Assembly’s final decision on the future of our state’s flag later this year.” Public voting is available at www.ilsos.gov/stateflag . Participating Illinoisans can vote for: One of the Illinois Flag Commission’s Top 10 flag designs Retaining the existing state flag Or reinstating Illinois’ 1918 centennial flag

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CHICAGO - Today Governor JB Pritzker announced the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) will receive $43 million in federal funding for the Chicago Region Environmental and Transportation Efficiency’s (CREATE) 65th & Harlem Avenue rail project. The project will create an overpass for travel over Belt Railway of Chicago’s (BRC) tracks via 65th street each day, improving efficiency for drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians in Chicago and neighboring Bedford Park, Summit, and Garfield Ridge, as well as allowing faster travel for freight trains heading into and out of BRC’s Clearing yard. “This sort of smart, people-focused infrastructure investment exemplifies the best in what federal/state funding partnerships can do—present a solution that will make the daily commutes of Chicagoans and their neighbors and the daily movement of freight more efficient, making everyone’s day a little easier,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “I’m grateful

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ST. LOUIS – Crews battled a fire at a home in north St. Louis early Saturday morning on Newby Street off Garth Avenue. The Saint Louis Fire Department say it was a one-and-a-half story frame home and that everyone living there has been accounted for.

ST. LOUIS - Police are investigating after a man was found dead outside of a hotel in Downtown St. Louis. Police posted on social media that his body was discovered late Friday morning on Lumiere Place Boulevard. We’ve reached out to police to see if anything is suspicious about this death or if weather may [...]

Her bill would outlaw the use of restraints in the third trimester, during labor and for the first 48 hours postpartum “except in extraordinary circumstances.”

SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois Nutrient Research and Education Council (NREC) met in December and seated three new board members. They replace Cindy Skrukrud, Al Grosboll and Jeff Kirwan who are cycling off the NREC board of directors. Board members are appointed by the Illinois Department of Agriculture Director, Jerry Costello. Two environment organizations are represented among the newly seated members. Katie Garvey joins the board representing The Environmental Law & Policy Center. Garvey is a staff attorney located in the organization’s Chicago office and focuses on nutrient reduction strategies. Christina Favilla joins the board representing the Illinois Chapter of the Sierra Club. Favilla is based out of Sierra Club’s Alton, IL office, where she serves as the Three Rivers Project Co-Coordinator – concentrating on the confluence of the Missouri, Mississippi and Illinois Rivers. Also seated at the December meeting was Brent Pollard who represents Illinois

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ALTON — Senior Services Plus is excited to invite local seniors to an engaging and fun event, Speed Connections , on Friday, February 7th from 2-4 PM in the School House Grill. This will be Senior Services Plus' third time hosting the event. The event is designed specifically for adults ages 55 and older, offering a unique opportunity to meet new people and form lasting connections in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. For just $10 per ticket, participants will enjoy a series of timed conversations with fellow attendees, providing the chance to share stories, make new friends, and perhaps even spark a romantic connection. The event will take place in a casual, welcoming environment, where participants will rotate through timed intervals, giving everyone the opportunity to mingle and connect. Whether you’re looking for friendship or just want to meet new faces in the community, Speed Connections promises a fun and exciting experience. Spaces are limited, so don't

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EDWARDSVILLE — A local community is rallying to support Kate Baumgartner, the owner of Sacred Grounds Coffee, as she faces unexpected medical bills due to a difficult diagnosis. The fundraising effort , organized by Connie Fish, aims to alleviate the financial burden on Baumgartner, who has been a vital part of the Edwardsville community. The initiative comes after Baumgartner encountered significant medical expenses that have arisen despite her health insurance. According to Fish, the bills stem from a complex medical situation, which has left Baumgartner with higher costs than if she were uninsured. "These medical bills have not been born out of lack of health insurance or irresponsibility, but rather from tricky diagnosis, and gross shortfall in coverage for tests and treatments," Fish stated. Baumgartner is known for her commitment to the community, having hosted local art shows, live music nights, and contributed to various charity events and school fundraisers. "She

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CHICAGO - ? Today, Governor JB Pritzker announced Illinois as the winner of $114 million in competitive federal grant funding to support new electric vehicle charging stations across Illinois, including the Chicagoland area, Springfield, Metro East, and Quad Cities. The federal funds total $114 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation to build 14 truck charging hubs, adding to the statewide charging infrastructure. Illinois received the largest award, the second largest being $55 million. Governor Pritzker also announced $39 million in state funding to build 1,476 charging stations at 242 locations in Illinois, helping make access to charging more accessible across the state. The federal funding was awarded to two specific programs: $100 million for Illinois Environmental Protection Agency’s project entitled Equitable Future-Ready Electrification Infrastructure for Green Heavy-duty Transportation (E-FREIGHT) and $14 million for the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus’

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ALTON - New felonies filed against a Wood River man include home invasion and more after breaking into his ex-girlfriend’s house and injuring the victim during a “physical confrontation.” Andrew R. Mercer, 28, of Wood River, was charged with two counts of home invasion (both Class X felonies), aggravated battery (a Class 3 felony) and criminal trespass to a residence (a Class 4 felony). On Jan. 4, 2025, Mercer allegedly entered an Alton residence without authority, knowing it to be occupied. He also reportedly used a knife to cut the victim’s finger. A petition was filed to deny Mercer’s pretrial release, stating “a physical confrontation ensued” after Mercer kicked in his ex-girlfriend’s front door. “Victim reported that they recently broke up and he entered her residence by force and went to the kitchen, obtaining a knife,” the petition states. “He then pushed her, insisting that she had lied to him about thei

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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has approved four conditions to be added to the list of medical issues that may be treated with medical cannabis. The four newly approved conditions are endometriosis, ovarian cysts, uterine fibroids, and female orgasmic disorder. The approval by IDPH Director, Dr. Sameer Vohra, comes following a thorough review by the Medical Cannabis Advisory Board (MCAB) and IDPH staff. Under Illinois law, the Director reviews petition requests to add conditions to the approved list. The Director considers available scientific analysis and medical literature to determine whether medical cannabis would be an appropriate treatment for each condition. “Medical cannabis has been shown to offer an effective means of relief from a variety of debilitating medical conditions and symptoms,” said Vohra. “IDPH reviews petitions carefully using expert opinion and the most up to date evidence to make decisions that best

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District 1 is investigating a robbery that happened on January 10 at 5:45 p.m. in the 3500 block of Itaska. A 31-year-old1 man told officers he was walking at the above location when he was approached by a man, who pointed two guns at him, and demanded his belongings. The 31-year-old man complied. Taken was a […]

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ST. LOUIS - Thankfully we have a dry weekend ahead of us. Temperatures will warm to a few degrees above freezing in St. Louis with decreasing cloud cover. For Sunday, expect more cloud cover and highs in the mid to upper 30s. A strong cold front sweeps through the region on Sunday and arctic air [...]