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The language of Proposition B is "misleading, insufficient, inaccurate, argumentative, prejudicial and unfair," the judgment filed Tuesday morning said.

Deandre Pickens, 22, was gunned down Jan. 15 in the 3500 block of Harper Street, in the city's Fairground neighborhood.

The decision reflects a "shared vision" of the university and radio station, officials said.

O'FALLON, IL., - The O'Fallon Police Department celebrated its annual awards dinner recently recognizing the contributions of officers and civilian staff for their service in 2024. The event highlighted milestone anniversaries for several members of the department, acknowledging their commitment to the community. During the ceremony, Officer Brett Johnson and Telecommunicator Taylor Carroll were honored for five years of service, while Officers Chris Gottschall and Benjamin Sosa received recognition for a decade of dedication. O'Fallon Police Chief Kirk Brueggeman was acknowledged for an impressive 25 years with the department. "We thank these individuals, along with the rest of our team, for your dedication and service to our community," the department said in a statement following the event.

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The girl died Monday in the 10900 block John James Drive. She is among nine children shot this year across the St. Louis metro area. Six have died.

CHICAGO - In recognition of Safer Internet Day on Feb. 11, 2025, Attorney General Kwame Raoul today encouraged families, educators and other professionals working with children to plan online safety education programs and share best practices for developing effective programs. “Safer Internet Day is an opportunity for parents, educators and caregivers to help children and teens be more aware of their online activity and develop responsible online habits. On Safer Internet Day and every day, families and educators should teach and empower children to use technology responsibly, respectfully, critically and creatively. My office has developed best practices that can help when developing effective education programs,” Raoul said. “I am committed to protecting children from online predators and am proud of the Illinois Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force’s work to protect children and provide online safety education.” When developing an online safety

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In 2024, the Forum convened partners from the AEC fields, higher education institutions, workforce development entities, the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, civic groups, Union Apprenticeship leaders, US Department of Labor, industry associations, and other interested parties. The goal was to define and create targeted career pathways in the AEC fields that do not […]

A Troy, Illinois, man accused of strangling his mother to death with a bungee cord has now been convicted of her murder.

EAST ST. LOUIS – A jury has convicted Nirav B. Patel, a 44-year-old illegal immigrant from India, for his role in a fraudulent scheme that targeted elderly victims across Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin, defrauding them of more than $400,000. The verdict was reached after a trial that highlighted the complexities of an imposter scam that exploited vulnerable individuals. Patel was found guilty of one count of conspiracy to commit wire and mail fraud, three counts of wire fraud, and one count of illegal entry into the United States. The jury's decision was announced in a federal court in East St. Louis. Evidence presented during the trial revealed that Patel traveled to victims’ homes to collect cash and assets. He was arrested in April 2023 in Edwardsville while attempting to pick up $35,000 from a retiree. Over the course of the scheme, Patel made six trips to collect or attempt to collect a total of $403,400 from victims. Patel’s illegal presence in the

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Ebony Lewis and Nathan Lewis of Godfrey met on August 18, 2018, and have shared significant milestones, including when they wed on January 17, 2025. In the submission, Ebony Lewis expressed what makes their relationship special, stating, "Our ability to grow together and apart. Realizing that life is short and not fearing the unknown of our future together." The couple also reflected on a cherished memory from their anniversary trip to Orange Beach in 2024, where they became engaged and discovered they were expecting a child during the same weekend.

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Emily Tavis was on a first date in December when she looked up and realized they were driving past the downtown Kansas City, Missouri, intersection where a bullet ripped through her leg at last year’s Super Bowl victory parade. “Oh f—,” Tavis said, bewildering her date. She lives 35 miles away in Leavenworth, Kansas, and […]

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced a recall on canned tuna products sold at several different retailers including Walmart, Trader Joe's, Kroger, and Costco.

Reflections Unveiled: Contemporary Portraiture in the Digital Age explores the dynamic realm of contemporary portraiture in the context of the digital age. In an era characterized by rapid technological advancements, […]

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WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) and U.S. Senator James Lankford (R-OK) introduced the bipartisan Rural Hospital Closure Relief Act , which would support financially vulnerable rural hospitals facing risk of closure. The legislation would update Medicare’s “Critical Access Hospital” (CAH) designation so more rural hospitals can qualify for this financial lifeline and continue to serve their communities with quality, affordable health care services. Small and rural hospitals are the backbone of their communities, and often the largest employers, contributing nearly $5 billion in direct spending on payroll, goods, and services in Illinois. Yet more than 135 rural hospitals have closed nationwide in the past dozen years, an estimated 50 percent of rural hospitals ran operating losses last year, and more than 400 hospitals are facing closure risk. “Rural hospitals are the backbone of the communities in Illinois and across

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Over the years Brenda Gilliam has collected thousands of images to use as inspiration for future paintings, grouped by subject matter. These images are comprised of her photos and sketches, […]

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This two-hour trolley tour will be led by one of our Master Guides who will convey highlights of the cemetery grounds, horticulture, and a variety of intriguing historic figures who […]

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In celebration of the 150th anniversary of the completion of the iconic Eads Bridge, Eads Bridge at 150 examines the complexities of its design, its construction, and the role it has played since it opened […]

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The 1904 World’s Fair was a fascinating yet complex event that continues to evoke a range of emotions. It was grand and shameful. It was full of fun and full […]

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