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Flash flooding has emerged around the St. Louis region after heavy rain Tuesday afternoon.

Jonathan Bowman, President of the St. Louis County NAACP, has launched a campaign to run for a Missouri State Senate Seat.

Spinal Tap II: The End Continues, the sequel to 1984’s mockumentary This is Spinal Tap, is hitting theaters Sept. 12, but some fans will get a chance to see it a couple days…

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CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul co-led a coalition of 17 state attorneys general, the city of Chicago, New York City and the California Air Resources Board, in filing comments opposing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposal to repeal the 2024 Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) Rule and revert to outdated standards that would harm the environment and public health. The MATS Rule implements nationwide standards that limit emissions of toxic air pollutants from coal- and oil-fired power plants, such as mercury and other toxic metals, acid gases such as hydrogen chloride, and formaldehyde. Given significant developments in the technologies used to control pollution, in 2024 the EPA updated standards for emissions of these hazardous air pollutants from power plants. The Trump administration is proposing to repeal those standards and revert to the standards as they existed in 2012. “The Trump administration is proposing a significant

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Twelve state schools serving students with disabilities will close next year as part of a plan approved Tuesday afternoon by the Missouri State Board of Education.  There was little discussion Tuesday about the plan to consolidate the Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled, or MSSD. Board members delved into the plan more thoroughly during a […]

Deleon Ford, 32, of Ferguson, Missouri, was sentenced to four years in prison after using the identities of 13 people to obtain loans and other valuables worth over $40,000.

The archdiocese wanted to close the boys' school in 2022 as part of the "All Things New" downsizing of parishes and schools.

EDWARDSVILLE - Yale Weaver, a senior quarterback for the Edwardsville High School football team, is ready to retake the reigns of the Tiger offense this season as EHS began its preseason practice sessions on Aug. 11, 2025, en route to the week zero scrimmage against Triad on Aug. 22, and the season opener at home the next week against Chatham Glenwood. As the starter for last year's team, Weaver was 92-of-161 passing for 960 yards and 11 touchdowns, and also ran for 53 yards and another touchdown for the Tigers. In an interview that followed the opening practice session of the year, Weaver expressed his optimism on the new season, and feels very good about his teammates and the team's chances in 2025. "I thought things went well this morning," Weaver said. "I thought the boys were focused, I thought we were on task. We've got to have a good fall camp ahead of us, so we've got to keep going." Weaver's goals and ambitions for himself and his team are very high, and he feels good abou

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EAST ST. LOUIS - Dunbar Elementary School in East St. Louis welcomed students and families to its Open House event at the start of the school year, offering a mix of educational resources, community engagement, and entertainment. The event, held recently at the school, featured contributions from several organizations and community members. Amnyx, a company based in Virginia, donated school supplies to support Dunbar’s students. Three firefighters from East St. Louis sponsored a “Touch a Truck” experience, allowing students to explore a real fire engine. Local groups also participated in the event. Land of Lincoln provided information on free resources available to families, while Grand Canyon University connected with parents about educational opportunities. The Girl Scouts of America shared details about their in-school scouting program. Entertainment included bounce houses and music provided by DJ Mike, creating a festive atmosphere. Dunbar staff members

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From Fox2: St. Mary’s South Side Catholic High School, a St. Louis all-boys school once at risk of closing, has finalized a deal to remain open and expanded career training for its students. In June 2022, the Archdiocese of St. Louis announced intentions to close the school due to declining enrollment and financial concerns. Efforts […]

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WHEELING – Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined the directors of the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), local school officials, and medical professionals in a back-to-school press conference calling for a safe and healthy start to the academic year. August is National Immunization Awareness Month, serving as a reminder of the importance of immunization for people of all ages, especially children returning to the classroom. The Governor encouraged parents and guardians to speak with a trusted healthcare provider and ensure that their children are up to date on their immunizations and check-ups as classes start up again. “August is National Immunization Awareness Month—a time to remind ourselves of the importance of staying up to date on childhood vaccinations,” said Governor JB Pritzker . “As our classrooms come back to life and our kids get back to learning and playing with one another, it’s

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The Hamilton County Alliance, in collaboration with the Missouri Department of Conservation and other stakeholders, is creating a 300-mile long butterfly conservation corridor along Missouri's Highway 13 to connect fragmented habitats and attract pollinators, including monarch butterflies.

NORTH CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker, AbbVie, and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced the company’s $195 million investment to expand its North Chicago manufacturing facility. This investment will strengthen AbbVie’s production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), create and retain high-quality jobs in the region, and reinforce Illinois’ position as a national leader in advanced manufacturing and biosciences. AbbVie’s decision to expand its manufacturing footprint in Illinois is a testament to our state’s world-class workforce, infrastructure, cutting-edge research institutions, and location that keeps businesses connected to the nation and the world,” said Governor JB Pritzker . “As a global leader in pharmaceuticals, AbbVie’s investment in Illinois bolsters our world-class biomanufacturing ecosystem and creates jobs while it innovates next generation medicines.”

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EDWARDSVILLE - The Edwardsville Municipal Band will present AUDIENCE FAVORITES—a program built entirely from the most popular selections chosen by audience members throughout the summer concert series. Performances will take place at the Cleaon Etzkorn Bandstand in City Park on Thursday, August 14 at 7:30 p.m. and as a bonus performance on Sunday, August 17 at 4:00 p.m. at Leclaire Park. Each concert will feature a variety of styles, from classic marches and Broadway hits to movie themes, swing tunes, and American folk favorites—all chosen by concertgoers. The program will also spotlight the band’s talented Dixieland ensemble, featuring David Maloney on clarinet, Kevin Haddock on saxophone, Matt Mossinghoff on trumpet, Mark Haun on trombone, Noah Mabb on tuba, and Steve Wehling on drums. Concessions will be available at both concerts. On Thursday, proceeds will benefit the Main Street Community Center, which supports older adults and people with disabilities through

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In a 7-0 ruling, the court said Bailey should not have skipped the court of appeals in his quest to overturn the circuit court’s order.

Washington University in St. Louis has been ranked #1 in the Princeton Review's Best College Dorms and Best Quality of Life lists, as well as highly for its undergraduate entrepreneurship programs.

EDWARDSVILLE - Southern Illinois University Edwardsville will welcome its newest class of Cougars with a five-day Welcome Week celebration starting Wednesday, August 13, 2025. The event, held on the Edwardsville campus at 1 Hairpin Drive, aims to introduce students to campus life through a variety of activities running through Sunday, August 17. The festivities will include a range of events designed to engage and entertain the incoming students. Highlights include the New Student Convocation, Parade, and Class Photo on Friday, August 15, at 3 p.m. in the Vadalabene Center. Chancellor James T. Minor and Provost Denise Cobb will officially open the 2025-2026 academic year, celebrating over 1,000 new students with music, giveaways, and free SIUE t-shirts. Following the convocation, a parade will proceed through Stratton Quad to the Cougar Statue for the traditional class photo. On the same day, hypnotist Evan Gambardella will perform at 8 p.m. in the Meridian Ballroom of the Morris University

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The Missouri Auditor's Office will review a $229,000 separation payout reportedly approved for former Francis Howell School District Superintendent Mike Dominguez, who resigned just weeks before the new school year.