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One man was sentenced to serve 25 years in prison Friday, four and a half years after shooting at St. Louis County Police officers during an attempted arrest.

Blondie’s Debbie Harry is one of the many artists paying tribute to the late David Johansen, lead singer and last surviving original member of the proto-glam-punk band New York Dolls, who…

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Another lawyer was caught using AI and not checking the output for accuracy, while a previously-reported case just got hit with sanctions.

The man said he was sitting at a red light when someone started honking at him. He said he then heard gunshots and felt a pain in his back.

The unidentified teen was in the back seat of a parked Chevrolet Equinox shortly before 6:30 p.m. Sunday near Winnebago Street and Minnesota Avenue.

Eric Clapton will hit the road in September for a limited run of U.S. tour dates.The trek, featuring special guests The Wallflowers, will kick off Sept. 8 in Nashville and…

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As ecological concerns become increasingly urgent, this new exhibition at the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum brings into dialogue work by ten contemporary artists whose research-based practices are defined by […]

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CHICAGO - In recognition of National Consumer Protection Week, Attorney General Kwame Raoul today announced the Top 10 consumer complaints his office received last year and highlighted his office’s work to protect consumers. For the fourth year in a row, complaints related to home repairs and remodeling topped the list while identity theft complaints remained second. Consumer debt came in third, and according to Attorney General Raoul, the issue is particularly relevant this year as he continues to defend the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) against efforts by the Trump administration and Elon Musk to defund and disband it. The CFPB is an independent agency that oversees big banks, lenders, credit card companies and mortgage servicers, and ensures companies follow federal consumer protection laws. “During National Consumer Protection Week, and throughout the year, I encourage Illinois residents to visit my office’s website and social media channels t

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CHICAGO - Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs marked Casimir Pulaski Day by announcing his office has purchased $15 million in Republic of Poland Bonds. It is the first time the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office has invested in the Republic of Poland. “Chicago and the suburbs are home to one of the biggest Polish populations in the world. Our state also has strong ties to Poland through trade, culture, a National Guard partnership, and sister cities relationships,” Frerichs said in making the announcement at the Polish Museum of America Casimir Pulaski Day event in Chicago. “Republic of Poland Bonds provide stable returns and are a strong investment for Illinois.” Treasurer Frerichs bought Republic of Poland Bonds to diversify the state’s portfolio and achieve stable returns from a strong investment. The bonds will mature in four years with an interest rate of 4.625% and a current yield of 4.831%. This outpaces the four-year U.S. Treasury

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Incumbent Tishaura Jones faces three challengers in the race for St. Louis mayor.

EAST ALTON - Today, Governor JB Pritzker, Wieland Rolled Products North America, and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) joined local leaders and partners to celebrate the groundbreaking of Wieland’s modernized East Alton facility. Wieland’s $500 million investment in this modernization project will retain 800 jobs throughout Illinois, enabling the company to increase production of critical copper and copper alloy components that are used in electric vehicles (EVs), EV charging infrastructure, and renewable energy production while supporting the state's clean energy economy. “Today, we continue Wieland’s centuries-long journey by breaking ground on this major new expansion – a $500 million company investment in the future of Illinois and a driver of growth and opportunity in East Alton for years to come,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “More than just a job creator and economic driver – Wieland has been a communit

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Republicans love smoke-and-mirrors budgeting. They're laying off thousands of workers chaotically even though salary costs are a tiny fraction of the federal budget. Elon Musk is pretending to save far more money than he really is. Now Senate Republicans are trying to hide the cost of extending the 2017 tax cuts using a new wheeze ...continue reading "Smoke-and-mirrors budgeting is everywhere"

CHICAGO - Attorney General Kwame Raoul today led a coalition of 22 attorneys general in filing a motion for enforcement in their ongoing lawsuit against the Trump administration’s illegal and destructive freeze of federal funding. Despite multiple court orders, the administration has continued to block hundreds of millions of dollars in grants to the states from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). This funding freeze threatens critical emergency preparedness and recovery programs to address terrorist attacks, mass shootings, wildfires, floods, cybersecurity threats and more. “Every state relies on federal funding to help rebuild communities and allow families to recover from the devastation caused by natural disasters,” Raoul said. “In recent years, we have seen the increased occurrence and strength of natural disasters, which makes access to federal funds through FEMA perhaps more important than ever. I will continue to join with my fellow attorneys

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GLEN CARBON - The Junior Service Club of Edwardsville Glen Carbon is pleased to present their International Women’s Trivia Night on Saturday, March 15, 2025. In honor of International Women’s Month, join us for an exciting and empowering International Women’s Trivia Night, celebrating the extraordinary achievements of women across the globe. This event will take place at the Glen Carbon American Legion, located at 190 S. Main Street in Glen Carbon. Doors open at 6 p.m. with trivia starting at 7 p.m. The event promises to be an evening of fun and will feature diverse categories highlighting influential women from various fields, including politics, entertainment, sports, literature, science, and more. Whether you’re a trivia enthusiast or simply want to test your knowledge of women throughout history, this event is sure to inspire and educate. Highlights of the Evening: Engaging trivia questions that celebrate the lives and achievements of women worldwide

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A California investor was the winning bidder for Hotel Indigo. But court documents say he never paid the $4 million.

GRANITE CITY — The City of Granite City celebrated its annual Mardi Gras festival on Saturday, March 1, 2025, marking a successful event that brought together community members for a day of festivities. The celebration featured a parade that showcased local creativity and spirit, with participation from various sponsors, vendors, and residents. The event was characterized by sunny weather and a vibrant atmosphere. “We are so thankful for this wonderful tradition in Granite City, and it’s not possible without each and every one of you,” Granite City Mardi Gras Parade organizers said, expressing gratitude to the community for their involvement. The parade included a competition for float designs, with awards given to the top three entries. Unreal Construction secured first place, followed by Hilltop RV Campground in second, and Granite City Township in third. Granite City Mardi Gras organizers had words of appreciation for those who contributed to the event,

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CHICAGO - Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 20 attorneys general, today filed an amicus brief in support of a challenge to President Donald Trump’s unlawful attempt to remove a member of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). Raoul and the coalition filed their brief in Wilcox v. Trump, in support of NLRB member Gwynne Wilcox. The coalition argues that if allowed to stand, the attempt would undermine protections for workers and destabilize federal labor law. “The National Labor Relations Board helps to ensure that workers in Illinois and across the country are afforded the rights they are entitled to under federal law,” Raoul said. “Removing the board’s ability to function creates a regulatory vacuum that would undermine workers’ rights and prevent the NLRB from ensuring stable labor relations. I stand with my fellow attorneys general in asking the court to allow this independent body to continue its crucial work.”

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