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SPRINGFIELD - Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton released the following statement as Illinois prepares to implement key provisions of the Birth Equity Initiative on January 1, 2025: “Our journey toward the Birth Equity Initiative began by simply listening to the wisdom in the room— midwives, doulas and birth workers in the trenches with Black mothers who have faced unthinkable barriers during their pregnancy and postpartum journeys. Their stories fueled our mission, and their voices shaped this initiative, helping to transform maternal healthcare in Illinois. That future begins now. Starting January 1, Illinois mothers will have coverage for certified professional midwives, perinatal doulas, birth workers and home-visiting services for one year postpartum– the kind of personalized, culturally-aware care that we know makes a difference. These are not just policy changes; they are lifelines for families seeking the care they deserve. I'm grateful to Governor Pritzker

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The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department said the woman was found dead at around 10 a.m. near the intersection of Virginia Avenue and Chippewa Street.

BELLEVILLE — A shooting incident that occurred on October 5, 2024, has resulted in the death of a 16-year-old victim, Hayden S. Chisholm, who succumbed to his injuries on Monday, Dec. 29, 2024, at a St. Louis hospital, according to the Belleville Police Department. The shooting took place at approximately 6:51 p.m. on Oct. 5, 2024, in the 900 block of North 2nd Street in Belleville. Officers responding to the scene found Chisholm lying in the roadway with multiple gunshot wounds. He received immediate first aid from police before being transported to the hospital by MedStar EMS. Belleville Police said preliminary investigations indicated that the shooting followed an altercation over narcotics involving Chisholm and two male suspects. Witnesses described the suspects as Black males in their teens, wearing black clothing, who fled the scene — one on foot and the other on a bicycle. The Belleville Police secured the area and began a crime scene investigation, with assistance

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It's the end of another year and that means it's time for some top ten lists. Let's start with my top ten photos of 2024.

Here's what we lost and what we gained in 2024:

Step, sashay or skip into the weirdly wonderful world of City Museum. During its kid-friendly New Year’s Eve party, the whole family can enjoy crafts, karaoke and a balloon drop […]

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Opening Reception Friday, Dec 6th from 5:30-7:30pm in the Kooyumjian Gallery at Webster University. This exhibit showcases the artistry of high school student photographers. The choice of subject, creativity and […]

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On This Day, Dec. 31, 1984 ...Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen lost his left arm in a car crash in Sheffield, England.After trying to pass a driver who had been…

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LGBTQIA+ people have been part of St. Louis from the beginning. But until recently, their lives, struggles, and contributions have often been overlooked. In Gateway to Pride, the Missouri History Museum […]

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Running from April 11, 2024, to Jan. 12, 2025 at the World Chess Hall of Fame, Clash for the Crown explores the histories of the World Chess Championship and the […]

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With a focus on Britain, Italy and the U.S., Bolts of Color highlights the Saint Louis Art Museum’s recent acquisitions of post-WWII textiles, all made during the height of the […]

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The Work of Art: The Federal Art Project, 1935–1943 presents a remarkable group of artworks that reflect the creative efforts of artists working under difficult circumstances. During the Great Depression, […]

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Narrative Wisdom and African Arts explores how historical and contemporary African arts make visible narratives rooted in collective and individual memory and knowledge. The exhibition acknowledges the intersections between certain […]

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SPRINGFIELD – As 2024 comes to a close, the Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police and more than 200 local law enforcement agencies are intensifying efforts to keep roads safe. The national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign is underway now through the New Year, focusing on impaired driving, seat belt violations, speeding, distracted driving, and other dangerous behaviors throughout Illinois. “Don’t start 2025 by making a costly and possibly fatal choice of getting behind the wheel impaired,” said Stephane B. Seck-Birhame, IDOT’s bureau chief of Safety Programs and Engineering. ?“Too many families will face this holiday season without a loved one due to a crash. These losses are preventable. One life lost on our roads is one too many.” If you are out celebrating New Year’s Eve, it’s imperative to plan for a sober ride home before the festivities begin. According to provisional data, in

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