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Honolulu Pays $175,000 To Settle Lawsuit Over Arrest Of A 10-Year-Old Girl

1 year 3 months ago
If you put cops in schools, this is what you get: On the morning of January 10, 2020, a parent complained to school officials about a sketch N.B. and other students had drawn in response to another student bullying N.B. The parent unreasonably insisted that school officials call the police. After arriving on school grounds, […]
Tim Cushing

Community Shocked by Injury of Dedicated Belleville Street Department Worker

1 year 3 months ago
BELLEVILLE - A veteran employee of the Belleville Street Department was seriously injured following a collision with an SUV while he was preparing for the annual Santa Parade this past weekend in Belleville. David Harris, 64, sustained life-threatening injuries on Friday as he set up barricades on a downtown street near City Hall. The incident occurred shortly before the parade was scheduled to begin. David Harris has dedicated 36 years to the Belleville Street Department and was actively involved in the preparations for the community event. He was transported to Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, where he is currently receiving treatment. The Belleville Police Department is investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision. No further details have been released at this time.

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Rotary Club Of Granite City Recognizes Kennedy and Klumpp As November Students Of Month

1 year 3 months ago
GRANITE CITY – The Rotary Club of Granite City recognized juniors Kaden Kennedy and Lucy Klumpp as Students of the Month for November. Students were nominated by teachers, and were chosen on the basis of academics, as well as scholastic, extracurricular and civic honors and awards, and organization membership and leadership. Each honoree will receive a framed certificate and a gift card, and will be recognized at the Mayor's Prayer Breakfast on March 25, 2025. KADEN KENNEDY Three-year member of golf and hockey team ... Member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Hockey Club, Renaissance Club and Varsity Club ... Two-year High Honor Roll ... Secondary Honors ... All-Warrior Award ... Community Care Center and Relleke Pumpkin Farm volunteer ... Son of Trent and Sherry Kennedy. LUCY KLUMPP Three-year member of volleyball, soccer and track and field team ... Volunteer for Thanksgiving and Christmas Basket delivery ... Emerald Meadows HOA Lake Driver Annual Cleanup

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The Sleigh Shed

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The Train Shed at St. Louis Union Station has been transformed into a glittering holiday retreat. With wall-to-wall bling, The Sleigh Shed puts the excess of the holidays on full […]

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Rachel Huffman

Beermaster Tour

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Take an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Anheuser-Busch Brewery in St. Louis. On the Beermaster Tour, you’ll receive an all-access look at how the King of Beers is brewed, visiting […]

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Rachel Huffman

Day Fresh Tour

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The most popular tour at the Anheuser-Busch Brewery in St. Louis gives guests a closer look at the picturesque campus and the on-site brewing methods. Packed with history, the Day […]

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Rachel Huffman

Meteorologist Shares Latest on Snowfall and Upcoming Temperature Shifts

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National Weather Service in St. Louis Meteorologist Brad Charboneau reported on Monday, Dec. 2, 2024, that a light snowfall is expected to continue across the region, with initial estimates suggesting accumulation could reach up to one or two inches. As of about 10 a.m. Monday, there have been no reports of snowfall exceeding expectations, with the current totals around one inch. Charboneau noted that the heaviest snowfall is occurring in the morning on Monday, and light snow is expected to persist for about two more hours, potentially adding another dusting of snow. “We may see another dusting up to another inch, with a couple of areas close to two inches, which would be more than we expected,” he said around 10 a.m. Monday. Looking ahead, Charboneau indicated that Wednesday's forecast calls for a high near 50 degrees, which should help melt any remaining snow. However, by Wednesday night, temperatures are expected to fall below freezing, with Thursday's highs projected

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SIUE to Host Emmy Award-Winning Storyteller

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EDWARDSVILLE - SIUE’s Lovejoy Library will host an Emmy Award-winning storyteller. From 1–2 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024, students and community members are invited to Lovejoy Library to hear from Bobby Norfolk, a speaker, author, storyteller and teaching artist. Norfolk will be sharing stories about Kwanzaa and African folklore at this free event. “Bobby is a great storyteller, and he infuses history into his storytelling,” explained Simone Williams, Diversity and Engagement Librarian and an assistant professor at Lovejoy Library. “He’s a great educator who can tap into different learning styles and engage the audience.” Norfolk’s presentation is part of Lovejoy Library’s mission to celebrate holiday traditions from around the world. Williams explained that the library hopes to connect students and community members by educating them about different cultures and experiences. This connection is an important part of what

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