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Incoming CBS Boss Jeff Shell Pressuring Underlings To Settle With Trump, Trample Journalistic Freedom, And Kiss Authoritarian Ass

8 months 2 weeks ago
Last October, Donald Trump sued CBS claiming (falsely) that a “60 Minutes” interview of Kamala Harris had been “deceitfully edited” to her benefit (they simply shortened some of her answers for brevity, as news outlets often do). As Mike explored, the lawsuit tramples the First Amendment and editorial discretion. At the same time, Trump FCC boss Brendan Carr […]
Karl Bode

Landlord: Feds can't cancel St. Louis office lease

8 months 2 weeks ago
The landlord for a federal office in Richmond Heights slated for closure by the Department of Government Efficiency said canceling the lease would be against the law. It's one of several buildings facing sudden lease cancellations across the nation that legal experts say aren't allowed under lease terms.
Gloria Lloyd

Bobby Wright Named Principal Of Collinsville High School Beginning In 2025-26 School Year

8 months 2 weeks ago
COLLINSVILLE – Collinsville Community Unit School District #10 announced Bobby Wright has been named principal of Collinsville High School beginning in the 2025-26 school year. Mr. Wright is currently an assistant principal at CHS. The 2025-26 school year will be his 14th in Collinsville CUSD 10. He served as CHS band director for nine years before becoming an assistant principal four years ago. Wright holds a bachelor’s degree in music education from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a master’s degree from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. He is currently completing a superintendent certification and doctorate at SIUE. He will succeed current principal, Dr. Daniel Toberman, who will leave Collinsville High School at the end of the 2024-25 school year. “Mr. Wright is a hardworking and organized educator who values clear communication, structure and constant improvement. His energy will foster a positive, student-focused environment that

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Support the Girls-SIUE Hosts "Let's Talk About MENsTruAL Health" Event This March

8 months 2 weeks ago
EDWARDSVILLE - Support the Girls-SIUE is proud to announce its upcoming “Let’s Talk About MENsTruAL Health” event in honor of Women’s History Month. This event will raise awareness of menstrual health and mental wellness, featuring Sarah Pringle, a certified midwife, as the guest speaker. Pringle will discuss the importance of menstrual and mental health in a safe and supportive environment. Since 2015, I Support the Girls has collected and distributed bras, underwear, and menstrual hygiene products to women and girls in need through its global network of affiliates. The SIUE chapter partners with Support the Girls of Edwardsville to fundraise and collect donations of new or gently used bras, new socks, new underwear, and menstrual hygiene products. These donations are distributed to women and girls in need within the community. I Support the Girls-SIUE’s success relies on the support and generosity of the local community. Through this effort, the organization

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Trump administration plans to cut 80,000 employees from Veterans Affairs, according to internal memo

8 months 2 weeks ago
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Department of Veterans Affairs is planning a reorganization that includes cutting over 80,000 jobs from the sprawling agency that provides health care and other services for millions of veterans, according to an internal memo obtained Wednesday by The Associated Press. The VA's chief of staff, Christopher Syrek, told top-level officials at [...]
STEPHEN GROVES, Associated Press

Tucker's Automotive Repair & Tire Female Athlete Of Month: From Dance Floor to Student Council, Grace Stoverink Shines

8 months 2 weeks ago
ALTON - Grace Elizabeth Stoverink, a senior at Marquette Catholic High School, has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to the school’s dance team. Stoverink, who has been dancing since the age of 2, has played a pivotal role in her team’s success. Grace is a Tucker's Automotive Repair & Tire Female Athlete Of The Month for the Explorers. The recognition comes as part of a broader acknowledgment of student-athletes who excel in their sports. Stoverink received the Rising Star Award at a regional competition this year and is a two-time UDA All-Star. "I would like to thank my parents, Cristina and Joe Stoverink, for supporting me throughout my dance career and helping me get to where I am today," Stoverink said. She also expressed gratitude towards her teammates and coach, Megan Stevenson, for the memorable experiences they have shared. In addition to her achievements in dance, Stoverink has taken on leadership roles in her school. She serves as president

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