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Student Journalists At Indiana University And Purdue Show More Integrity, Solidarity And Backbone Than Many In The Mainstream Press

1 month 3 weeks ago
Last week, Indiana University administrators fired the school newspaper’s (Indiana Daily Student) advisor and ordered students to stop printing the paper. The student journalists say that University administrators didn’t like the student paper’s decision to increasingly criticize University President Pamela Whitten’s decision to coddle the authoritarian Trump administration, or, at best, remain silent as the […]
Karl Bode

Loss of sales tax revenue spurs lawsuit by two Missouri counties 

1 month 3 weeks ago
As Missouri lawmakers consider changes to property taxes and look ahead to an election-year session where they again are likely to debate eliminating the sales tax on groceries, they face the unanswered question of whether the constitution allows them to take away a source of local revenue. Two southeast Missouri counties are asking the courts […]
Rudi Keller

Bethalto Chamber of Commerce Participates In National Chamber of Commerce Week

1 month 3 weeks ago
BETHALTO – The Bethalto Chamber of Commerce proudly joined chambers across the country in celebrating National Chamber of Commerce Week, recognizing the vital role local chambers play in strengthening communities, supporting businesses, and fostering economic growth. Throughout the week, the Bethalto Chamber highlighted its members, shared success stories, and connected with the community through events and social media spotlights. The celebration served as a reminder of the Chamber’s mission to promote local businesses, encourage collaboration, and enhance the quality of life in the Bethalto area. "Our chamber exists to help local businesses succeed and to create a thriving community," said Director of Marketing, Nikki Winkelmann. "National Chamber Week gives us the opportunity to celebrate the partnerships that make Bethalto strong and to thank our members for their continued support." The Bethalto Chamber of Commerce continues to offer year-round programs and events

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Education Department layoffs illegally burden students with disabilities, advocates say

1 month 3 weeks ago
WASHINGTON — Proposed mass layoffs at the U.S. Department of Education have raised alarm among disability advocates and Democratic lawmakers over the potential impact on millions of students with disabilities.  Advocates warn that the department cannot carry out its legally mandated functions for special education services and support at the staffing levels put forward by President […]
Shauneen Miranda

Thursday, Oct. 23 - Ex-worker sues STL Sheriff

1 month 3 weeks ago
A former worker in the St. Louis sheriff’s office is suing Sheriff Alfred Montgomery, alleging she was slandered and fired for testifying in the Missouri attorney general’s lawsuit against him: STLPR's Chad Davis has the latest development. Plus, Dara Eskridge recently got a big surprise, when The CEO of Invest STL was named one of Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential Rising Stars. Eskridge spoke with St. Louis on the Air host Elaine Cha about her organization’s work to help rebuild north St. Louis.

Less windy Thursday, light rain Friday afternoon

1 month 3 weeks ago
ST. LOUIS - Areas of frost are possible Thursday morning north and east of metro St. Louis as our temperatures drop into the 30s in rural areas north of I-70. We could also see some patchy frost in the eastern Ozarks.  Metro St. Louis will be chilly Thursday morning, with out the door temperatures in [...]
Angela Hutti