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Immigration arrests under the Trump administration continued to increase through mid-October, reaching rates of more than 30,000 a month. But, rather than the convicted criminals the administration has said it’s focused on, an ever-larger share of those arrests were for solely immigration violations. In 45 states, immigration arrests more than doubled compared with the same […]

The program, steered by the university’s Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center, facilitates pitch events, professional coaching, technical training and community engagement for the business owners.

Samuel L. Hayes was strapped into a restraint chair and left to die. Now his mom's attorneys are struggling to get records from St. Louis.

ALTON – During cancer treatment, you shouldn’t have to worry about where you and your family’s next meal is coming from, and certainly not a Thanksgiving dinner, said Jill Pruitt, OPN-CG, LPN, Certified Oncology Navigator at OSF Moeller Cancer Center in Alton (2200 Central Avenue). That’s the simple thought that motivated the OSF Saint Anthony’s Health Center Oncology Department in August to create “The Caring Pantry,” a small, grocery-style set up a

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) today released the following statement after Senate Republicans rejected Senate Democrats’ proposal to extend the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced premium tax credits to ensure millions of Americans could continue to afford their health care plans in 2026: “Need I remind my Republicans colleagues that their votes have real consequences for the people of this country? “Shame on Republicans for, once again,

Lenny Kravitz is set to appear in the upcoming James Bond action adventure video game 007 First Light, from IO Interactive.Kravitz will play the villain Bawma in the game, which will…

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Missouri cannabis regulators have routinely revoked microbusiness licenses for relying on contracts they’ve publicly characterized as “predatory.”  The state is hoping to put a stop to the turnover through proposed rules that will be open for public comment starting Monday through Jan. 14.  Regulators first introduced the rules last December and have since held two […]

Did you know that the vibrant red poinsettia, a staple of holiday décor in millions of homes, is named after a U.S. diplomat rather than a gardener or botanist? The story behind National Poinsettia Day reveals a fascinating intersection of diplomacy, botany, and cultural tradition that has elevated a simple plant into a national symbol. The Origins of the Poinsettia Plant The poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima) is native to Mexico and Central America, where it has been known for centuries.

The casting team for Love Island USA, a well-known dating competition show, is "on the hunt for St. Louis singles" ahead of its eighth season.

December 12 has long been a date marked by significant milestones across various fields, from politics and science to culture and global diplomacy. On December 12, 1963, Kenya gained independence from British colonial rule, becoming a sovereign nation. This milestone was a significant step in the wave of decolonization sweeping across Africa, inspiring other countries to pursue self-determination and national identity. In the realm of science and exploration, December 12, 1990, marked the launc

BETHALTO - Precision Point Armory offers firearm training and classes for everyone, from the total beginner to the advanced shooter. Ben Julian, owner of Precision Point Armory, decided to start his business because he saw how many people were intimidated by firearms. As someone who is passionate about firearms, it’s important to him to make sure that gun owners are educated about how to properly handle these devices. He works with people who have never held a gun as well as those wh

GRANITE CITY – Separate cases of burglary at a local residence and church have yielded felony charges against two Granite City residents. Christopher T. Weiser, 43, of Granite City, was charged on Dec. 1, 2025 with a Class 1 felony count of residential burglary. Weiser allegedly entered a residence in the 1900 block of Joy Ave. in Granite City on Oct. 23, 2025 without authority and with the intent to commit a theft. A petition to deny Weiser’s pretrial release from custody was file

Does it seems like you received more robocalls in 2025 than the year before? According to data released Thursday by the FTC, complaints about the obnoxious phone calls spiked this year, especially in a handful of states.