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A new report from Dodge Construction Network and CMiC shows that contractors are overwhelmingly optimistic about artificial intelligence’s potential to reshape construction — even as industry-wide adoption remains in its early stages. According to the study, 87% of contractors believe AI will meaningfully transform their business, a level of confidence fueled by early results from […]

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Garland wore the dress while singing "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas."

ST. LOUIS – Movie critic Kathy Kaiser and Brittany chat about the relatable movie “Ella McCay”, “5 Nights at Freddy’s” the movie popular with teens and her small screen “must see” for the mystery buffs on this frigid weekend, “Wake Up Dead Man”, coming to Netflix Friday. To see the trailer for “Ella McCay”, visit [...]

FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS — Sergeant Tony Flinn of the Fairview Heights Police Department graduated from the National Public Safety Innovation Academy (NIA) in Polk County, Fla., after completing an intensive eight-week executive-level program designed to prepare law enforcement professionals for future command and administrative leadership roles. The program, which brings together public safety leaders from across the country, provided Sgt. Flinn with training from nationally recognized experts

Eric Migicovsky, who basically invented the smartwatch category with the original Pebble, just announced something much simpler: a $99 ring with one button that records voice memos. That’s it. No internet connection required, no cloud storage, no subscription fees, no wake words. Press the button, talk, release. Your note is saved locally—either on the ring’s […]

Edward Jones Managing Partner Penny Pennington is the first board member of the foundation from outside the McDonnell family.

From Fast Company: In the English countryside, a new project has emerged from the landscape—quite literally. Rammed Earth House, a residential estate by London-based Tuckey Design Studio, combines renovated brick buildings with new rammed earth structures, harnessing the clay soil of the very land it sits on. “The material is already under your feet, and […]

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Missouri conservation groups have acquired land to provide new protections for the Grotto Sculpin, an endangered fish found only in the state.

The SunFounder GalaxyRVR Mars Rover Kit is your gateway to hands-on learning on robotics, coding, and Mars-like adventures! Its durable aluminum frame and rocker-bogie suspension easily handle tough terrains, while smart sensors ensure smooth navigation. It’s compatible with the Arduino UNO R3, runs on solar power, and includes real-time FPV with app-based control for day […]

Police said Sunday that a man shot in the city's Baden neighborhood on Saturday had died.

BETHALTO — Bethalto Police Chief Jason Lamb has announced that juveniles have been identified in connection with the break-in of Christmas donation boxes at City Park’s Christmas Village . The incident occurred at 5:19 p.m. on Dec. 8, 2025, and was captured on video, which helped police identify the individuals responsible. “The individuals responsible for the damage have come forward and have been identified as juveniles,” Chief Lamb said. He added that the department

A registered sex offender from Jennings appeared in federal court on Wednesday and admitted selling guns on five separate occasions to an undercover ATF agent.

JEFFERSON CITY — State Attorney General Catherine Hanaway’s office has opened an investigation into the Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) after state Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick reported allegations that the organization barred a prospective board applicant from eligibility based…

The Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Center St. Louis (AMICSTL) has taken a major step toward transforming the region into a national hub for manufacturing leadership, announcing PARIC as the general contractor for its Phase 1 facility in North St. Louis City—a major milestone in accelerating advanced manufacturing research and development, workforce training and integration, and production […]

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PRO: An ACI Center of Excellence for Advancing Productivity today announced a strategic partnership with World of Concrete (WOC) 2026 to present two new educational sessions dedicated to improving constructability, collaboration, and productivity in concrete construction. These new offerings, taking place Thursday, January 22, 2026, are designed for engineers, architects, designers, and construction professionals seeking […]

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ASIA is giving fans a chance to enjoy their live experience at home.The band — whose current lineup includes keyboardist and founding member Geoff Downes, drummer Virgil Donati, guitarist John…

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WASHINGTON — The U.S. Senate in long-anticipated votes failed to advance legislation Thursday that would have addressed the rising cost of health insurance, leaving lawmakers deadlocked on how to curb a surge in premiums expected next year.  Senators voted 51-48 on a Republican bill co-sponsored by Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy and Idaho Sen. Mike Crapo […]