DUPO — The Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis has made significant progress in the investigation of the Feb. 3, 2025, homicide of 37-year-old Cody Rhodes, resulting in the arrest of three suspects. The investigation, which exemplifies the Squad’s effective bi-state collaboration, involved extensive coordination between law enforcement agencies across Illinois and Missouri. On the day of the incident, Dupo Police Department officers responded to reports of gunfire around 11:30 a.m. on Feb. 3 in the 100 block of N. 2nd Street. Upon arrival, they discovered two individuals with apparent gunshot wounds. Both victims were transported to local hospitals, where Cody Rhodes was pronounced dead. In the wake of the shooting, Dupo Police Chief Dennis Plew recognized the complexity of the case and activated the Major Case Squad, which mobilized quickly to assist in the investigation. The Squad, led by Sergeant Justin Biggs of the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, comprised 18
WASHINGTON — Senate Budget Committee Chairman Lindsey Graham on Friday released the text of the budget resolution that will lay the groundwork for Republicans in Congress to overhaul border security, boost defense funding and address energy extraction — if the two chambers can broker a deal. The South Carolina Republican announced earlier this week he […]
I can barely walk to the kitchen without prompting a lengthy attack of uncontrollable shakes and gasping for breath. This is worse than it was a week ago, and if it doesn't resolve soon I'm heading back to the hospital. For now, though, it means I can't wander around to take pictures of the cats. ...continue reading "Friday Cat Blogging – 7 February 2025"
The worlds of Smashing Pumpkins, Rage Against the Machine and Tool will come together at the massive Black Sabbath reunion and farewell concert.As Ozzy Osbourne's wife, Sharon, tells NME, the…
ALHAMBRA - Legendary Mustang Sanctuary will host a Valentine’s Music Trivia night to raise money for their horses and programs. On Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, community members are invited to the Wood River Moose Lodge for an evening of music trivia, an open bar and plenty of fun. Tickets cost $25 or a table of eight costs $200. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the trivia starts at 7 p.m. Kathy Lewis, who oversees the sanctuary, said it’s the perfect way to spend Valentine’s Day while helping a good cause. “What else do you do with your sweetheart?” Lewis asked. “Take your sweetheart, come to the trivia, bring your own little snacks, have a good time.” Lewis explained that Legendary Mustang Sanctuary rescues wild mustangs and burros from kill pens and rehabilitates them at their location in Alhambra. Their ultimate goal is to help these horses get adopted into loving families. They need funds to care for the horses and rescue as many as possible.
Bruce Springsteen’s iconic anthem "Born to Run," which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, has been reimagined for a new Dove Super Bowl commercial, which focuses on the impact…
After years of screaming “save the children” while baselessly accusing others of exploiting kids, the Trump administration is now trying to destroy the actual infrastructure that saves children. This one crosses from standard MAGA hypocrisy into genuinely evil territory. I’m one of those people who doesn’t think you can (or should) call most people inherently […]
Get the skills you need to become a software tester with the Ultimate Software Testing Bundle. Software testing is performed to identify differences between given input and expected output and to verify that software products function according to pre-defined requirements. Courses cover the basics, Bugzilla, JIRA, testing techniques, Java TestNG, and more. It’s on sale […]
What's going on here? Several U.S. military branches are pausing training related to the prevention of sexual assault in order to comply with one of President Trump’s executive orders related to diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. A directive issued by Marine Corps headquarters on Tuesday “asked the fleet to PAUSE on all [Sexual Assault Prevention ...continue reading "Why is the Navy killing sexual assault training?"
“Clyde’s” Serves Great Sandwiches With a Big Slice of Redemption and Optimism by Pat Lindsey Making sandwiches at a truck stop on a little back road in Pennsylvania is better than being in prison, but for four ex-cons it feels like just one step away from hell. Clyde’s is owned by the meanest boss […]
ST. LOUIS -- Light rain will move into the area Friday evening, continuing through Saturday morning before giving way to cloudy skies and cooling temperatures for the remainder of the weekend, according to the latest forecast models. A series of Pacific weather systems are expected to bring significant winter weather impacts to the region next [...]
Bob Dylan is in the news a lot lately thanks to the biopic A Complete Unknown, and now his music is being celebrated again, this time by Eurythmics’ Dave Stewart.Stewart…
ST. LOUIS - Ameren Missouri and the St. Louis Blues teamed up again this year to help raise money for charities that help children. In the 10th year of the event, one charity was awarded a check for $12,000. Under the program, Ameren Missouri donated $500 for every power play goal that the Blues scored [...]
ST. LOUIS - With early voting ending on Feb. 5, here’s what St. Louisans should know about upcoming important dates for the primary municipal election this March. Voters will be making their voices heard in selecting a mayor, comptroller, as well as voting for Alderman in wards 3 and 11. In-person no excuse needed absentee [...]
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