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Pearl Jam has premiered a new live video for "Waiting for Stevie," a track off their new album, Dark Matter.The recording was filmed during PJ's hometown show in Seattle on May 30…

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Over at New York, John Herrman voices a common complaint: Twitter used to be a decent place to get news about breaking events but it's now just a cesspool. If, yesterday, you found yourself in the path of Hurricane Milton or were concerned about friends or family in Florida, you might have logged on, out ...continue reading "Just how bad is Twitter, really?"

St. Charles County voters cast absentee ballots Thursday at the county election authority in St. Peters. It’s an early voting trend election director Kurt Bahr hopes will continue ahead of Election Day on Nov. 5.

When it comes to how you include religious texts in public school classrooms and libraries, the devil, as they say, is in the details. Want those texts of various world religions in place for secular teaching of topics they pertain to? All good! But picking one particular religion’s iconography and injecting it into public schools […]

EDWARDSVILLE - The need to amplify and listen to student voices was one of the most critical points of the third annual Illinois Higher Education Equity Symposium, according to Jessica C. Harris, PhD, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Vice Chancellor for Anti-racism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Harris was a panelist at the Southern Illinois University (SIU) System’s conference, “Gathering and Strengthening Historically Underrepresented Students,” held October 3-4 in Carbondale. Also on program were Gov. J.B. Pritzker, SIU System President Mahony, PhD, and SIU System Chief Diversity Officer and Vice President for Antiracism, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Sheila Caldwell, EdD. Reflecting on how important it is to gauge student achievement, Harris noted, “As much as quantitative data can drive and inform decisions and strategies related to student success, the stories and perspectives of our students are just as instructive," she said. Harris

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ROXANA - Roxana sophomore Will Stevens is preparing to compete in the IHSA state golf tournament after a standout performance at the Anna-Jonesboro Boys Golf Sectional, where he earned a fourth-place medal with a score of 75. The sectional showcased the talents of high school golfers from the region. Will is a Midwest Members Credit Union Male Athlete of the Month for the Roxana Shells. Roxana head boys golf coach Rob Milazzo praised Stevens for his performance this season, noting that he has been striking the ball well and maintaining a consistent approach to the game. "Will has had an excellent season thus far," Milazzo said. "His approach to the game is phenomenal. It is hard to believe he is just a sophomore." Milazzo highlighted Stevens’ dedication to improving his game, emphasizing his understanding of nutrition, training, and mindset. "He knows the importance of nutrition, training, and mindset and uses those and other elements of his game to improve every week," Milazzo

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The American Red Cross already has volunteers in place to help with the recovery efforts from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, and more may be on the way. The Red Cross is also taking monetary donations and is still in need of additional shelter volunteers.

WOOD RIVER - A motorcycle collision involving a vehicle occurred on a roadway in Wood River, resulting in first responders attending to the motorcyclist at Sixth and Madison. The incident took place just after 3 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, prompting a response from Wood River Police and Fire departments, along with Alton Memorial Ambulance services. The motorcyclist was receiving medical attention at the scene from first responders. Details about the crash, including the specific circumstances leading up to the incident, have not been released. Wood River Police are currently investigating the situation and have not yet released information regarding the cause of the collision. As the investigation continues, authorities are working to gather more information and assess the events surrounding the crash. Further updates are expected as the situation develops.

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The City of St. Louis's Water Division is complying with federal laws by sending letters to residents with lead or unknown service lines, and is encouraging residents to fill out an online survey to confirm their service line information.

Let's see. In his grand giveaway tour, Donald Trump has now casually proposed making the following tax free: Tips Overtime Social Security benefits Auto loans "Double taxation" of overseas income How about no taxation of crypto profits? Or lottery winnings? That's not fair, is it? Or maybe yard sale profits? Or anything sold on eBay? ...continue reading "It’s time to raise taxes, not cut them"

You can donate through an online crowdfunding campaign, or bring clothing and essentials to a drive this Monday.

Organizations, non-profits, and community members learned about a regional initiative called "Save Lives Now" on Thursday. The focus is to bring in cognitive behavioral therapy and street outreach to help reduce violent crime. 

WOOD RIVER - A local organization is collecting donations for hurricane relief. Churches on the Streets is collecting nonperishables, hygiene products, water, first aid items and more, which volunteers will then drive to North Carolina and Florida. Angela Valdes, executive director of Churches on the Streets, explained how the community can help them help the people impacted by recent hurricanes. “We have a truck, and my husband and I and another couple of volunteers are leaving tomorrow for North Carolina,” Valdes said. “We just got back, and we’re going again with a truckload and a truck and trailer. And then Sunday, we’ve got our son-in-law and a volunteer heading down to Florida, taking supplies and doing relief and connecting with our teams down there.” You can drop off supplies at Home Town Storage at 209 Old St. Louis Road in Wood River until 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024. The organization will also be collecting items from 3–6

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SOUTHWESTERN — Southwestern High School's Audrey Vollintine achieved a personal milestone in her cross country career by finishing 10th in a recent meet, earning her a placing ribbon in the sport. The meet recognized the top 10 finishers with ribbons, and Vollintine’s performance stood out among her peers. Southwestern Girls Cross Country Coach Gary Bowker praised her dedication, noting that while many of her teammates opted out of the race due to homecoming festivities, Vollintine was eager to compete. “She is starting to figure it out very honestly,” Bowker said. Vollintine’s strong performance in cross country follows a successful track and field season, where she participated in multiple events, including the 400 meters, 4 x 100 relay, 4 x 200 relay, 4 x 400 relay, and triple jump. Her determination and commitment to her athletic pursuits have been evident, as she continues to excel in various disciplines. After her finish, Vollintine was visibly

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The parents of a Lincoln County teenager killed in a crash in St. Charles County have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission.

Police are asking for the public's help to find two people wanted in connection with the fatal shootings of two men in September in north St. Louis.

ALTON - Registration is now open for YWCA's Soul Sista Saturday: A Celebration of Mind, Body, and Soul on Saturday, October 26, 2024, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM, at YWCA Lobby, 304 E. Third St, Alton, IL. YWCA is thrilled to announce the return of Soul Sista Saturday—a transformative and empowering experience exclusively for women of color! This highly anticipated event will be held on Saturday, October 26 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM in the YWCA lobby, and we can’t wait to welcome you. Soul Sista Saturday offers a dedicated space where women of color come together to uplift, heal, and nurture their minds, bodies, and spiriAts. Developed by women of color, for women of color, the event focuses on holistic self-care through a dynamic blend of wellness activities, insightful discussions, and restorative practices. This session’s theme is “More Life, Less Medicine,” featuring powerful presentations from Dr. D’Adrienne Jones. In addition, Dr. Nana Becoat

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Transportation vendor Reed 2 Reed operates at least eight yellow buses that would not pass inspection by the Missouri Highway Patrol.