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“While 2024 ended with total housing permits up by 5% year-over-year, both single-family and multifamily housing permits see a decrease at the start of 2025. For the month of January, single-family housing permits are down 16% and multifamily housing permits are down 92%.” “The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) predicts that multifamily will stabilize […]

CHICAGO - Attorney General Kwame Raoul today, as part of a coalition of 21 attorneys general, filed a motion for a preliminary injunction in their lawsuit to stop the dismantling of the Department of Education. On March 13, Raoul and the coalition filed their lawsuit after the Trump administration announced plans to eliminate half of the department’s workforce. Following a March 20 Executive Order directing the closure of the Department of Education and President Trump’s March 21 announcement that, in addition to implementing layoffs, the department must “immediately” transfer student loan management and special education services outside of the department, the coalition is seeking a court order to stop the mass layoffs and transfer of services. “States, including Illinois, are already feeling the impact of the Trump administration’s attempts to dismantle the Department of Education,” Raoul said. “Enrollment deadlines for Illinois’

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ELSAH — Marquette Catholic High School junior Karly Davenport made headlines this weekend by breaking three school records at the recent Jersey Winter Thaw Indoor Meet held at Principia College. Davenport set new indoor records in the 60-meter dash, 200-meter dash, and triple jump. Davenport is a Tucker's Automotive Repair & Tire Female Athlete of the Month for the Explorers. The impressive performance at the meet adds to Davenport's accolades, as she previously set the outdoor school record in the 200-meter dash last season. Her achievements highlight her continued development as an athlete and contribute to the legacy of Marquette Catholic's track and field program. Davenport recorded a time of 27.4 for 200 meters in the Jersey Winter Thaw on March 15, 2025. She had a PR of 26.9 in the 200 meters last spring and 14-9 last spring in the long jump. She triple-jumped 31-7.5 last spring. Davenport is primed for an outstanding 2025 outdoor track season with her early indoor efforts.

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EDWARDSVILLE - Southern Illinois University Edwardsville has named Christopher Slaten, PhD, as its new Associate Provost for Research and Dean of the Graduate School. A dedicated leader in graduate education and research, Slaten brings a wealth of experience in fostering academic belonging and faculty mentorship. As SIUE continues its trajectory of growth in graduate studies and research, Slaten’s leadership is set to play a pivotal role in advancing the University’s mission. Originally from St. Louis, Slaten brings extensive experience in supporting the expansion of graduate education, providing research leadership, and developing academic belonging initiatives. "I am very excited to move over to SIUE from the University of Missouri and be closer to the place I have called home for most of my life. It is the community that I’d like to engage with and advance SIUE’s mission in the St. Louis Metro and Metro East region," said Slaten. "My priority is to build a

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Eurythmics star Annie Lennox appears on the new single “Superlover” from Americana star Allison Russell. The tune marks the first time Lennox has appeared on a song since 2018’s “Requiem for…

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ALTON - Students from Marquette Catholic High School showcased their academic prowess at the Academic Challenge for Engineering and Science (ACES) competition held at Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC) recently. The event featured a range of subjects, with students competing in various disciplines. The Marquette team included Isabel Downey, Isabella Tran, Peyton Crane, Jessica Eales, Karly Davenport, and Thomas Masterson. Notably, Payton Crane achieved fourth place overall in English, while Thomas Masterson secured second place in Physics. Isabella Tran also excelled, finishing second in Biology. As a result of their performances, Isabella Tran and Thomas Masterson will advance to the ACES State competition, scheduled for April 15, 2025, at Eastern Illinois University. The event serves as a platform for students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in engineering and science disciplines.

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SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Illinois Sustainable Technology Center (ISTC) have announced the completion of a new report, Illinois Materials Management and Recycling Opportunities . Following the Materials Management Advisory Committee’s (MMAC) report to the General Assembly in 2021, the Illinois EPA commissioned the ISTC at the University of Illinois to conduct a 2-year study of large volume recyclables that would provide information regarding recycling and diversion efforts in Illinois as well as barriers and opportunities for further diversion. The list of materials covered in this study includes organics, textiles, plastics, metal, and glass. The report discusses generation of the materials, their impacts on landfills and recycling, the existing infrastructure and end markets for each, and more information about the materials. ISTC supplemented materials management research with written and verbal stakeholder engagement in several

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WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, and U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, released the following statement following reports of termination of the Department of Homeland Security Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, Office of the Immigration Detention Ombudsman, and Office of the Citizenship and Immigration Services Ombudsman. “Congress established the Civil Rights and Civil Liberties (CRCL) Officer position at the Department of Homeland to ensure that civil rights and civil liberties were integrated into every aspect of the Department’s work. As we noted in a letter to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, Congress also required that the Officer have sufficient resources and personnel to accomplish this vital mission. “The President’s Executive Order requires federal agencies to cut costs

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by Dr. John Gaal Editor’s Note: Each week, Dr. John Gaal, director of worker wellness for the Missouri Works Initiative, a non-profit workforce formed by the Missouri AFL-CIO, collects and comments on news and trends in workforce wellness and life balance. Construction Forum carries the Worker Wellness & Well-Being Blog as a regular feature. The […]

A St. Louis man avoided a murder trial for a 2022 homicide by reaching a plea deal with prosecutors.

Memphis rapper Glorilla ended her St. Louis concert early due to ongoing fights and safety concerns.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13), Congresswoman Young Kim (CA-40), Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06) and Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) introduced the Improving VA Training for Military Sexual Trauma Claims Act. This bipartisan legislation would improve training for Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) employees who process and decide military sexual trauma (MST) claims and help to reduce red tape for MST survivors who file for disability benefits. “Too many of our nation’s service members come home with invisible wounds. We can’t allow our disability claims process to deepen them,” said Congresswoman Budzinski. “I’m proud to introduce bipartisan legislation to ensure that the VA claims process does not retraumatize survivors of military sexual trauma. Together, we can reduce red tape and enact long-overdue reform to better support our veterans.” “Veterans filing MST claims already face unthinkable

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All aboard! The Riverboats at the Gateway Arch provide an unparalleled experience on the Mississippi River. The one-hour St. Louis Riverfront Cruise is narrated by a captain from the National […]

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JERSEYVILLE - Wok Restaurant, a staple in the Jerseyville community for nearly three decades, has announced it will close its doors for good on April 25, 2025. The decision comes as the owner, a member of the Hong family, prepares to retire and embark on a new chapter in life. The restaurant, known for its Asian cuisine, has been a beloved gathering place in Jerseyville for locals and visitors alike. In a heartfelt message to the community, the Hong family expressed their gratitude for the support they have received over the years. “To our loyal customers, dedicated staff, and the friends and neighbors who have been part of this journey—thank you,” the message read. Reflecting on their time in Jerseyville, the Hong family noted the pride and appreciation they feel for the memories and friendships formed throughout their years of service. The closure marks the end of an era for both the restaurant and its patrons, who have shared countless meals and moments within

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EDWARDSVILLE - Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Office for Accessible Campus Community & Equitable Student Support (ACCESS) hailed the late disability rights activist Ed Roberts as a hero and pioneering leader. ACCESS also praised SIUE faculty, staff and students for their part in moving access rights forward during its 6th Annual Ed Roberts Champions of Accessibility Celebration and Awards on Monday, March 17, 2025. Roberts contracted polio that paralyzed him from the neck down and required him to use an iron lung or respirator to breathe, but it did not keep him from being the first wheelchair user to attend the University of California, Berkeley. The awards ceremony was the highlight of the program. “One of the ways that we recognize people on this campus who embody the spirit of Ed Roberts is through our Defender of Equity Awards,” said ACCESS Director Dominic Dorsey. “Many times, we talk about the disability rights movement as a social justice

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Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash, former Skid Row frontman Sebastian Bach and Heart’s Nancy Wilson are among the artists celebrating the music of Canadian rockers Triumph on a new tribute album.Magic Power: All…

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Pride St. Louis said it is "devastated" that the brewery has declined to sponsor the festival after more than 30 years of partnership.