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The clearest major turning point tied directly to July 25 is the 1943 fall of Benito Mussolini in Italy during World War II. That day mattered immediately because it signaled the collapse of one of Europe’s main Fascist governments at a critical moment in the war. It still matters because it showed how military defeat, public strain, and political division can quickly unravel even a powerful dictatorship. By mid-1943, Italy had suffered years of war losses, economic hardship, and growing

Pelosi is only woman to be Speaker of the House and is set to retire next year at the end of her 20th term. Kansas Citian Cleaver is in 11th term in U.S. House

ALTON - Alton Community Unit School District #11 families are reminded to stop by the in-person registration next week to ensure their students are ready for the school year. All families must attend in-person to register their children for the 2026–2027 school year. Registration will take place in the gymnasium at Alton High School. Caregivers are asked to bring a photo ID and other necessary documents. From 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, families with last names starting

EAST ALTON — The East Alton Police Department has added Officer Andrew Heil-Watson as its newest member, with the department saying he officially joined on July 13, 2026, after being ceremonially pinned at the July 7, 2026, Village Board meeting. The department announced Heil-Watson’s addition and said he is a 2022 graduate of Roxana High School. The East Alton Police Department welcomed Heil-Watson to its team. “He is excited to serve the East Alton community and is committed

SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Christopher Belt led a new law that will protect consumers from being charged fees when service providers fail to give adequate notice before arriving at a residence. “I don’t think that people should be left holding the bag if a company failed to communicate with them,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “If a service provider fails to follow the rules and shows up without proper notice, we shouldn’t be stuck paying extra fees.” Senat

Don’t sleep on the cancer prevention benefits of a healthy breakfast. Whether it’s oatmeal, whole-wheat toast, berries in Greek yogurt or other healthy combinations — starting the morning with simple, whole foods is a great way to help lower the risk of cancer while also energizing your day and boosting your overall health. Try to steer away from refined and processed foods like pastries, white bread, sugary cereals, sausage and bacon. These are popular choices, but they can

EAST ST. LOUIS — East St. Louis School District 189, in its ongoing commitment to student welfare, is proud to announce a significant partnership with Gaggle ReachOut, launching a 24/7 crisis line dedicated to providing immediate support and counseling for students in need. This innovative service offers both a phone line and a chat feature, ensuring accessible, round-the-clock assistance. Phone / Text: 618-228-3622 The Gaggle ReachOut crisis line is more than just a helpline; it’s

The Aug. 4 primary winner should coast to win in November in heavily Democratic district that covers all of St. Louis city and parts of St. Louis County.

The engaging and uplifting musical celebrates the resilience of the human spirit with song, dance, and a strike for justice.

The GOP spent years circling the state as a key 2026 pickup opportunity. But after a lopsided election loss, doubts are creeping in.

In 1985 columnist Bill McClellan suggested that men wear shorts to work in the St. Louis summer.

ST. LOUIS - Showers and storms will gradually come to an end from west to east through the morning hours. Temperatures Saturday afternoon then climb to the upper 80s and clouds should gradually decrease. Sunday will bring dangerous heat and humidity to the region with highs in the mid 90s and heat index readings upwards [...]

EUREKA, Mo. - Six Flags St. Louis is holding auditions for Friday Fest this weekend. The park is hiring seasonal workers to staff its haunted attractions and scare zones. Auditions run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday and will continue during the next two weekends. No prior experience is required but age [...]

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David and JoAnn Borella claim Kirkwood Electric ignored their requests for nearly two weeks to have the tree limbs trimmed before the fire on Sept. 6.

As chief orthopedist for the St. Louis Cardinals, Paletta got $350,000 in pay, plus tickets, parking passes and the right to brand himself as “Team Physician for the Cardinals."

Illinois raked in more than $2.6 billion in gambling tax revenues last year, just a slice of the $7.7 billion-plus that people in Illinois lost gambling at casinos

Charles Cacioppo Jr. and his business are named as a plaintiff. Cacioppo’s criminal history could undercut a central element of Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway’s claims about unfair contracting.