Earlier in the month, Missouri and Tennessee saw a string of small earthquakes triggered along the New Madrid fault line. It raises the question many have had: Will the New Madrid fault line see "The Big One" anytime soon?
Eighty-nine songs were eligible to be nominated for Best Original Song at the Academy Awards in 2025, but only 15 of them have made the short list — and one of…
COLLINSVILLE – The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced that southbound lanes of I-55/70 will experience periodic restrictions between Black Lane and Illinois Route 111 on December 18 and 19, 2024. The right lane will be closed from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days, weather permitting, as IDOT District 8 engineering consultants conduct surveys on the bridges over Canteen Creek, A & S Railroad, and IL 111. All lanes are expected to reopen by 5 p.m. on December 19. Motorists traveling through the area should anticipate delays and are advised to allow additional time for their journeys. To mitigate potential disruptions, drivers are encouraged to consider alternate routes when possible. IDOT reminds drivers to remain vigilant in work zones, obey posted speed limits, and avoid using mobile devices while driving. For ongoing updates, IDOT District 8 can be followed on the social media platform X at @IDOTDistrict8, or motorists can access construction details through
EDWARDSVILLE – In an effort to encourage a vibrant lineup of gatherings for the public’s benefit and enjoyment in Edwardsville, the City is once again offering a Special Events Grant Program. Applications are now being accepted for the Special Events Grant, which is intended to support nonprofit organizations looking to host free events in the community. The grant program was established to help offset the costs and boost the economic impact of community events that take place in Edwardsville. The 2025-26 Special Events Grant Program comes on the heels of last year’s successful round of funding, which benefited numerous organizations. Grant recipients included sporting events, children’s exhibits, festivals and gatherings aimed at showcasing history, fresh produce and crafts, diversity and cultural awareness. “Edwardsville offers a wonderful mix of creative, fun and educational events that cater to every interest,” Mayor Art Risavy said. “We
– Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)—a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation (CST) and Chair of the CST Subcommittee on Aviation Safety, Operations and Innovation—issued the following statement in reaction to the Department of Transportation’s finalization of a rule that will expand the rights of passengers with disabilities. This rule mandated that airlines meet more stringent standards for accommodating Americans who use mobility devices, requiring more comprehensive training for relevant airline staff and demanding proper accountability for airlines when something goes wrong. “I know from personal experience that when an airline damages or breaks a wheelchair, it’s much more than a simple inconvenience—it’s the equivalent of breaking someone’s legs,” said Duckworth. “Decades after both the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Air Carrier Access Act became
STL County Residents can pay Personal Property, Real Estate Bills On-Line St. Louis County residents should check their mailboxes as 2024 Personal Property and Real Estate tax bills have been sent out. The County has made it easier than ever to pay these bills online. “During this busy holiday season, I encourage residents to skip […]
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS AND TREE DISPOSAL PROGRAM Mayor Tim Lowery is pleased to announce that Gateway Disposal will offer the “Christmas Tree Disposal” program to Florissant residents having real Christmas trees. Also, the city’s Health Department will be accepting Christmas lights for recycling purposes from residents as well. \If you have Christmas lights you wish […]
As a non-fan, non-supporter of Donald Trump, I don’t have much left after discovering a disturbing number of my fellow Americans prefer fascism to liberty. But I still have these things I will forever hold near and dear to my heart: schadenfreude and irony. And, if you’re like me, you get both of these things […]
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The ordinary poverty line is based on a set amount of money that's the same nationwide. It's currently $15,060 for a single person and $31,200 for a family of four. The Supplemental Poverty Measure accounts for both benefits and expenses, so it can vary in different places. Economist Jed Kolko recently analyzed Census data to ...continue reading "Raw data: Poverty in big cities"
A Missouri lawmaker is pushing for new regulations on drones in the Show Me State as recent sightings nationwide have sparked growing concerns over safety, privacy, and ownership.
Missouri lawmakers will weigh two bills recently filed proposing to name portions of Missouri roadways after President-elect Donald Trump; one bill includes a roadway in St. Charles County.
Members of Kansas’ congressional delegation celebrated the federal government’s decision Monday to remove a proposed electric transmission line route from a program offering assistance for power infrastructure projects.
But the project will still move forward.
The U.S. Department of Energy earlier this year announced a list of preliminary “National Interest Electric Transmission Corridors” to offer financial assistance and permits to transmission line builders in areas with little infrastructure.
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If you're looking for some extra cash during the holiday season, there's a chance you have some sitting with the Missouri State Treasurer's Unclaimed Property.
Legendary folk singer and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Joan Baez will be celebrated with a tribute concert in February, featuring Bonnie Raitt, Rage Against the Machine's Tom Morello, Hozier, Lucinda…
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