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Edward Jones will lay off some administrators of its home office team in the St. Louis area, but Managing Partner Penny Pennington said there isn’t a specific number or timeline.

Ctrl-Alt-Speech is a weekly podcast about the latest news in online speech, from Mike Masnick and Everything in Moderation‘s Ben Whitelaw. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, Pocket Casts, YouTube, or your podcast app of choice — or go straight to the RSS feed. In this week’s roundup of the latest news in online […]

Stargazers are in for a treat tonight. Coming almost a year after the region was treated to a total solar eclipse, we now will get to experience the nighttime equivalent. 

From SM Wilson:  School districts face unique challenges when constructing and maintaining effective learning environments, from outdated buildings to the rise of technology in the classroom. The A/E/C industry has had a front-row seat to witnessing firsthand the evolutionary changes in educational infrastructure that school districts must address. “For 100+ years, S. M. Wilson has […]

From Engineering News Report:  Propelled largely by specialty contractors’ hiring of an estimated 14,600 new workers, the construction industry saw an overall increase of 19,000 jobs in February, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ March 7 jobs report. This latest overall gain adds up to an increase of 174,000 industry positions over the past […]

A forgotten bus stop near Soulard has been completely transformed, turning into a vibrant, accessible space for transit riders and the community.

From St. Louis/Southern Illinois Labor Tribune:  Jenn Clark Bader, a fourth generation IBEW Local 1 member, has joined the Missouri Works Initiative as program coordinator for the Apprenticeship Ready Construction (ARC) program, formerly known as the St. Louis Building Union Diversity (BUD) program. Clark Bader replaces Aurora Bihler, who stepped down from the post over the […]

Nominations are now being accepted for Construction Forum’s 2025 Building Tomorrow Awards (BTA). “Since 2015 we have taken this opportunity to recognize contributions of those who help the Forum fulfill its mission,” Tom Finan, Forum executive director said. “There are hundreds of people who have generously given of their time, talent, and treasure over the […]

A Kentucky jail says it will not send an involuntary manslaughter suspect back to St. Louis County to stand trial unless ICE orders it. 

Little Feat is dropping a new album in May.The group will release Strike Up the Band on May 9, featuring the new single “Too High To Cut My Hair,” written by…

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Letter to the Editor, I would like to give my full support to Mike McCormick in his campaign for re-election as mayor of Godfrey, IL. Mayor Mike is the leader who possesses the values, principles, skills and total dedication to the people of Godfrey. While mayor, Mike has not only kept our real estate taxes at the lowest rate in Madison County, but without any municipal debt. A situation other cities would love to find themselves in. Mike has encouraged businesses to locate in Godfrey and families to live here. Glazebrook Park has grown tremendously and is a wonderful place to take children, and grandchildren for many types of sports activities and play areas. Adults enjoy the beauty and serenity of the park for long walks. In the sixteen years he has been mayor, the Village's present and future has always been first in his decision-making concerns. Mike's experience has prepared him to excel in the many roles required for mayor. I have known Mike since I was a young girl. From

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A woman won over $77,000 from a Missouri lottery scratchers ticket purchased at a St. Charles liquor store.

EDWARDSVILLE/ALTON - A decline in youth participation in organized sports disproportionately affects low-income and underserved communities, where financial barriers often limit access to structured athletic programs, according to a 2022 report from the Aspen Institute. Recognizing this challenge, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s STEM Center and Student Athletes Leading Tomorrow (SALT) have launched Cougar KickBots, an innovative program merging soccer, robotics, and life skills to provide students with valuable opportunities for growth. Founded in 2019, SALT is an Alton-area sports-based youth development organization dedicated to supporting underserved communities. Through Cougar KickBots, SIUE and SALT take a cross-disciplinary approach, integrating physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional development into a hands-on program. Using LEGO robotics kits and Databot data loggers, students explore scientific concepts such as angles, momentum, and velocity, and

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CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief in support of Perkins Coie LLP (Perkins Coie), the Seattle law firm targeted by President Donald Trump for representing clients and taking positions disfavored by the president. Raoul and the states argue in the brief that the president’s March 6 executive order addressing risks from Perkins Coie is an attempt to prevent certain lawyers and viewpoints from reaching a court of law. The executive order claims Perkins Coie has engaged in dishonest and dangerous activity, particularly while representing Hillary Clinton in 2016. After the brief was filed, the court ordered a temporary restraining order to stop the implementation or enforcement of the sections of the executive order addressing risks from Perkins Coie. “In our country, clients have a right to legal representation regardless of their political party,” Raoul said. “Consistent with this

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Letter To The Editor: ALTON - The City of Alton has made significant strides in infrastructure improvements over the past few years and has ambitious plans for the future. The decisive actions of the Public Works Department, coupled with community engagement, have paved the way for a robust maintenance and improvement strategy that enhances the quality of life for all residents. Alton Mayor David Goins stated, “Through the efforts of our Public Works Department and particularly our Street Department we have strived to do our best to address infrastructure concerns especially the potholes that have recently been a trouble area throughout the city.” **Past Accomplishments (2021-Present) ** Since 2021, the City of Alton's Public Works Department has resurfaced approximately 37 streets, with additional work completed on the Homer Adams Parkway, College Ave./Route 140, and Martin Luther King Drive, all managed by the Illinois Department of Transportation. Notably, after

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Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers guitarist Mike Campbell is set to release his new memoir, Heartbreaker, on March 18. In a new Guitar Player interview he opens up about his…

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by Ness Sandoval, PhD Over the past month, I have received more than a dozen requests from citizens, business leaders, and media outlets seeking the most up-to-date demographic trends for Saint Louis City and the Saint Louis MSA. Given the growing interest in this demographic data, and in an effort to provide a consistent and […]

EDWARDSVILLE - “A relentless advocate for women and underserved populations,” Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Nursing’s (SON) Jerrica Ampadu, PhD, demonstrates what it means to be a “Woman of Distinction,” according to her nominator, SIUE’s Tracy Cooley, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, SON assistant professor. Ampadu, interim associate dean for Graduate Programs, director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and associate professor, was named as a 2025 Woman of Distinction by YWCA Southwestern Illinois. Ampadu was one of 10 women recognized for her valuable and diverse contributions in the workforce and community. “This nomination is truly humbling. It is not very often that I take time to reflect on the cumulative impact of my work and advocacy,” said Ampadu. “Knowing that I have remained consistent in my purpose, values, and beliefs over the last 30 years is incredibly meaningful. Having others acknowledge my work makes

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