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From Construction Owners Club:  A new report from the Illinois Economic Policy Institute (ILEPI) finds that project labor agreements (PLAs) used in Illinois construction projects do not significantly increase construction costs — and in fact, may increase competition among bidders. Researchers analyzed more than 2,500 bids across 773 Illinois Capital Development Board building projects, valued […]

Three men were charged with resisting arrest by fleeing police, authorities said. Three bikes, an SUV and a trailer were seized.

From The St. Louis Post Dispatch:  Mayor Cara Spencer began putting her stamp on the city’s high-profile economic development arm Thursday, replacing Neal Richardson with her chief of staff, Nancy Hawes, as chair of the organization’s board of directors. Even before she was sworn in, Spencer singled out the St. Louis Development Corp. as one […]

Editor’s Note: In April Construction Forum launched a Certified Survey Technician Apprenticeship which mirrors the kinds of positions discussed in this article.  From The Wall Street Journal:  Fatima el Idrissi makes $34 an hour in a New York City hospital lab, where she washes and sterilizes instruments used by surgeons. It’s double what she earned […]

From St. Louis Public Radio:  Plans to open the Gospel Music Hall of Fame on North Kingshighway are moving forward with a goal to expand the museum from one building into a plaza. Phase 1 will likely open in early 2026 in one of the buildings and include a few artifacts, renderings for the next few […]

From the University of Missouri:  The University of Missouri’s transformative initiative to build a new, state-of-the-art research reactor — NextGen MURR — is officially underway with the signing of the first agreement, announced today. Mizzou will partner with a consortium that includes Hyundai Engineering America, the Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI), the Hyundai Engineering […]

Sammy Hagar is getting ready to share new music with fans.The rocker is set to release the new single “Encore, Thank You, Good Night” on Friday, which he wrote with…

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An Overland man was arrested Monday for allegedly threatening a person outside a local gas station with a knife.

WASHINGTON — State and local leaders and advocates from across the country called on the Trump administration Monday to immediately restart the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program, saying the program’s suspension has harmed communities. President Donald Trump signed an order suspending the program on his first day back in office and the administration withheld funds appropriated by […]

WASHINGTON — State and local leaders and advocates from across the country called on the Trump administration Monday to immediately restart the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program, saying the program’s suspension has harmed communities. President Donald Trump signed an order suspending the program on his first day back in office and the administration withheld funds appropriated by […]

Detectives with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating two people who stole a woman’s wallet in Ballpark Village and later used her stolen credit card.

BRIGHTON - Grace Strohbeck pitched a perfect game recently to lead Southwestern to an 11-0 victory over North Greene in a five-inning softball contest. The game took place recently, with Strohbeck retiring every batter she faced, a rare achievement in softball and baseball. Grace is recognized as the Altonized Community Federal Credit Union Female Athlete of the Month for Southwestern, highlighting her all-around contributions to the team. Southwestern head coach Amanda Edwards praised Grace's performance, saying, “It’s always a good day when a kid is perfect. It is always nice to see.” In addition to her pitching prowess, Grace has demonstrated strong offensive skills. Edwards added that she noticed Grace was on track for perfection by the third inning but chose not to mention it until after the game, when the team celebrated.

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BELLEVILLE — Belleville Police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Sunday night, April 20, 2025, near an apartment complex on Freedom Drive. At approximately 11 p.m. on April 20, officers responded to the 200 block of Freedom Drive following reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they found an unresponsive adult male suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to the upper torso. Emergency medical personnel attempted life-saving measures, but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Detectives from the Belleville Police Department, along with the Crime Scene Unit and State Police Crime Scene Investigators, processed the scene and began an investigation. Multiple witnesses were interviewed, and key evidence was collected, leading to the identification of a person of interest. The investigation is ongoing. Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact the Belleville Police Department at (618) 234-1212 or CrimeStoppers anonymously at (866) 371-TIPS (8477).

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today issued the following statement honoring the passing of Pope Francis: “Pope Francis was a pillar of the Catholic Church, a beacon of hope, compassion and light in times of fear, hatred and darkness. Throughout his life, he taught us that in order to be great, we have to be good. He urged each of us to care for the poor, feed the hungry, be humble stewards of the Earth and treat others how we would want to be treated ourselves—even if they pray or live differently than us. His teachings remain as important as ever. “May he rest in peace and may his spirit continue to uplift and guide all those who followed his sacred word.”

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Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Patti Smith has paid tribute to Pope Francis, who passed away Monday at the age of 88.Smith shared a photo on Instagram of a dandelion growing between some…

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Wally's, known for its massive travel centers, has planted roots in the St. Louis area with a new corporate office, signaling the company's commitment to the region as it eyes further expansion.