a Better Bubble™

Aggregator

St. Louis Hero Network awards EMS scholarship

1 year 3 months ago
Courtney Harris, a former Arnold police officer, has been awarded the annual Michael V. Langsdorf Memorial Police Fire EMS Scholarship to fund her paramedic training in honor of St. Charles County Paramedic Michael Clarke.
Joe Millitzer

Alton Police Investigate Saturday Morning Car Crash

1 year 3 months ago
ALTON, — The Alton Fire Department responded to a traffic crash on Saturday morning in the 3200 block of East Broadway. Upon arrival, firefighters discovered two vehicles involved in the incident. Both cars ended up off the roadway. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. As of now, it remains unclear whether any injuries resulted from the crash. The Alton Police Department is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. Further details will be provided as the investigation progresses.

Continue Reading

St. Louis airport welcomes soldiers heading home for the holidays

1 year 3 months ago
Thousands of service members arrived at St. Louis Lambert International Airport to head home for the holidays Saturday morning. It was all part of the USO's annual "Green Day" event, which welcomes soldiers from Fort Leonard Wood as they begin their holiday leave. The USO set up in terminal one, providing food, activities, and a [...]
Jaime Travers

Cold & dry weekend ahead of wet holiday week forecast

1 year 3 months ago
A cold day ahead but sunshine makes a return. Highs will stay in the 30s. On Sunday temperatures will still be chilly, but not quite as cold, making it into the low to mid 40s. While the weekend stays dry, clouds and shower chances enter the forecast on Monday. We'll see milder temperatures through the [...]
Jaime Travers

Lt. Governor Stratton Celebrates 2024 Accomplishments, Advancing Justice, Equity, and Opportunity Across Illinois

1 year 3 months ago
CHICAGO - Throughout 2024, Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton's office continued working toward a more healing-centered Illinois, advancing initiatives focused on justice reform, women's empowerment, and community investment while maintaining unprecedented levels of statewide engagement. "As I reflect on 2024, I'm proud of my office's work to create pathways toward healing and opportunity for all Illinois residents," said Lt. Governor Stratton. "From learning about the economic realities facing women through We Thrive to ensuring Illinois leads in creating equitable, restorative approach in every system meant to empower our communities, we've remained focused on building a stronger Illinois." 2024 Executive and Legislative Accomplishments Statewide Engagement and Outreach Participated in over 400 events throughout Illinois. Visited dozens of counties in every corner of Illinois. Produced 35 videos highlighting key initiatives and community impact. Represented Illinois

Continue Reading

In Meeting with Japanese Ambassador, Duckworth Touts How NDAA Provisions She Secured Will Help Bolster Our Nations' Alliance

1 year 3 months ago
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)—a member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations and Armed Services Committees—this week met with Japanese Ambassador to the United States Shigeo Yamada to discuss some of the ways the two countries could build on their shared priorities and strengthen their bilateral alliance. During the meeting, the Senator shared how the modified version of her Access to Care for Overseas Troops Act that was included in the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that passed the Senate this week would help increase cooperation between Japan and the U.S. while ensuring American servicemembers and their families have access to quality patient care throughout the Indo-Pacific region. Photos from the meeting are available on the Senator’s website. “Whether it’s through trade, business investment or national security, Japan is one of our nation’s closest allies and strongest

Continue Reading

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates 2024 Executive and Legislative Accomplishments

1 year 3 months ago
CHICAGO - Throughout 2024, Governor JB Pritzker enabled success for Illinois by growing our economy and creating jobs, addressing affordability for working families, and protecting individual freedoms. From expanding access to free preschool for all kids to lowering the cost of job training so workers can get higher-paying jobs, Gov. Pritzker has been investing in the state’s future. With new industries coming to Illinois like clean energy, quantum computing, and advanced manufacturing, Gov. Pritzker’s economic agenda is attracting private sector investments in Illinois and raising workers’ wages – all while maintaining his commitment to make healthcare, housing, and groceries more affordable. Gov. Pritzker’s work with the General Assembly has restored fiscal responsibility in Illinois: paying down debt, balancing budgets, and making smart investments for the future. “My mission as Governor has always been to make Illinois the best state in the

Continue Reading