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EAST ST. LOUIS - On Saturday, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) was joined by elected officials, community leaders, and representatives of organized labor from the Metro East area in East St. Louis to discuss the importance of protecting Medicaid and Social Security for Illinoisans. Congressman Krishnamoorthi also participated in a walk-through tour of the Clyde C. Jordan Senior Center and spoke directly with seniors who would be most impacted by any potential cuts to critical social programs. “Over the course of the nearly 10,000 words in President Donald Trump’s record-long 100-minute address to Congress, he did not mention one extremely important word a single time: Medicaid,” Congressman Krishnamoorthi said. “I noticed it, and I’m sure the 3.4 million Illinoisans who rely on Medicaid for their health care did too. The efforts of the president and his allies to cut Medicaid, Social Security, SNAP, and other essential programs are dangerous, extreme,

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)—a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation (CST) and Ranking Member of the CST Aviation Subcommittee—issued the following statement after the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) unveiled a preliminary report on the horrific DCA aircraft collision that occurred on January 29, 2025: “I’m thankful for the NTSB’s work to uncover the facts and circumstances that led to the horrific DCA aircraft collision that killed 67 people. As a former Blackhawk pilot who has flown incredibly complex airspaces like the one around DCA, I support the NTSB’s emergency recommendations that aim to strengthen precautions and keep the flying public safe. “Safety is of paramount importance, and it’s as clear as ever that we need a well-trained and well-staffed FAA to help make flying safer—not firing thousands in our aviation workforce and draining

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Roland Clubb, 80, a neighbor of St. Raphael the Archangel in the quiet St. Louis Hills neighborhood, has been charged with second-degree assault.

The shooting happened some time before 8 a.m. Wednesday in the city's Hamilton Heights neighborhood.

BETHALTO - Village of Bethalto officials and Bethalto Community Unit School District #8 Board of Education candidates shared their platforms at a recent forum. On Tuesday, March 11, 2025, community members gathered at the Bethalto Senior Center for the forum, hosted by the Bethalto Chamber of Commerce. The village candidates, who are running uncontested, introduced themselves. The Board of Education candidates introduced themselves and answered five questions. There are nine Board of Education candidates and four available seats. Dana Aronin, Tom Beiermann, Natalie Langenfeld-McCoy and Sharon Rothe are defending their seats. Michael Kirby, Desiree Potter, Samantha Pritchett, Amanda Winn and Dallas Zimmerman are the challengers. Tom Beiermann was unable to attend the forum. Beiermann has served on the Board of Education for 35 years. Jane Balsters Ahasay, who organized the forum with the Bethalto Chamber of Commerce, shared a statement from him. “I would very much

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Officers responded to the 5500 block of Wells Avenue, due north of Forest Park and about a block south of Martin Luther King Drive.

Creature Feature Opening Reception: Saturday April 5, 2025, 5:00 - 8:00 pm Join us for the opening reception of our newest exhibit, Creature Fetaure on Saturday April 5, 2025 from […]

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An international and multigenerational group of artists will take over the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis for Like Water, which considers water from different angles – from fonts of inspirations […]

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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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Ghost Army: The Combat Con Artists of World War II explores the story of the US Army’s 23rd Headquarters Special Troops, a top-secret unit who waged war with inflatable tanks […]

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Five months after Missouri voters overwhelmingly approved a boost in the minimum wage and a paid leave plan, Republican lawmakers moved Tuesday to repeal the law.

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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LGBTQIA+ people have been part of St. Louis from the beginning. But until recently, their lives, struggles, and contributions have often been overlooked. In Gateway to Pride, the Missouri History Museum […]

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Presented by the St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum, The Artist Who Captured Eichmann is a captivating temporary exhibition that tells the exciting exploits of Peter Malkin, a Mossad agent […]

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Northbound Interstate 55 in south St. Louis will be closed overnight March 14 and 21.

ALTON – As election season heats up in the Riverbend, Our Daily Show on Riverbender.com is bringing the region’s most in-depth political conversations to voters with State of the Race 2025 . Host CJ Nasello is sitting down with candidates in Alton and Godfrey for hour-long interviews, giving them a platform to share their vision, policies, and priorities ahead of the April election. Confirmed guests for the special series include: Alton Mayoral Race Mayor David Goins – March 12 at 10:00 AM Former Mayor Brant Walker – March 21 at 10:00 AM Alton Aldermanic Candidates (Current Schedule) Kierstan Gray (6th Ward Candidate) – March 12 at 9:20 AM Carolyn MacAfee (2nd Ward Alderwoman, Seeking Re-Election) – March 13 at 9:20 AM Martha Pfister (2nd Ward Candidate) – March 19 at 9:20 AM Tiana Gipson (2nd Ward Candidate/Alton School Board Candidate) Rosie Brown (4th Ward Alderwoman) John Meeha

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In his new book, biologist Thor Hanson reveals the power of paying attention to the natural world "close to home."

This year marks the 60th anniversary of the Grateful Dead and they've got a huge treat in store for fans.The legendary band is set to release a 60-CD collection, Enjoying the…

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Officials say it's part of revitalization plan for Kinloch, one they hope can help spur new development in the city for the first time in years.