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SPRINGFIELD – On Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025, the entire Illinois House Republican Caucus walked out of legislative session in protest of politically motivated resolutions introduced by Illinois House Democrats. In response, State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) released the following statement: "House Republicans stand united in refusing to take part in the House Democrats’ political grandstanding and theater. We are here and ready to do the work of Illinois, and we will not be pawns in their political games." More information about Rep. Elik can be found at RepElik.com

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The music of the Allman Brothers Band will once again be celebrated in New York.The Brothers, a group made up of ABB former members, is set to headline Madison Square Garden…

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Shinichi Sawada: Agents of Clay is the artist’s first solo museum exhibition in the U.S. For more than two decades, Sawada – who is based in Japan’s Shiga Prefecture – […]

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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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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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With a focus on Britain, Italy and the U.S., Bolts of Color highlights the Saint Louis Art Museum’s recent acquisitions of post-WWII textiles, all made during the height of the […]

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The Work of Art: The Federal Art Project, 1935–1943 presents a remarkable group of artworks that reflect the creative efforts of artists working under difficult circumstances. During the Great Depression, […]

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Page said the council's move violates county law. Only the county executive, he said, has the authority to hire and fire department heads.

The name change will take place throughout March, station owner Maverick said in a press release.

The current Archivist of the United States held an all-hands this week in which she still seemed to be in charge, 404 Media has learned.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY — The St. Louis County Police Department is investigating a shooting that led to the death of a 14-year-old male in the 11000 block of Criterion Avenue in St. Louis County. The incident occurred on Jan. 26, 2025, at approximately 4:15 p.m., when police responded to a call regarding a shooting in the area. Upon arrival, officers found Dae’wan Lindsay, a resident of the same block, suffering from a gunshot wound. He was immediately transported to a local hospital for emergency treatment. Unfortunately, on Feb. 4, 2025, Lindsay succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead. A 15-year-old juvenile was taken into custody following the incident but has since been released. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting is ongoing, with detectives from the Bureau of Crimes Against Persons leading the efforts. Authorities are urging anyone with information related to this incident to contact the St. Louis County Police Department at 636-529-8210.

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ALTON - The Alton Community Service League (ACSL) is pleased to announce that it is now accepting Grant Applications from 501C3 organizations. The objectives of ACSL are to render volunteer service and financial support to the Greater Alton Area. Support for projects in the areas of: Civic, Cultural, Education, Health and Welfare, Youth, and Area Beautification are considered. The amount of financial support given is dependent upon the amount available through ACSL’s charitable fundraising efforts. ACSL does not fund political parties or activities, churches or church programs, United Way funded Projects, and any grant request to establish a program in the organization’s name. Organizations wishing to seek a grant may contact Carol Morris for an application at cmorris191@sbcglobal.net . Applications must be postmarked or e-mailed by March 10. ACSL’s last fundraiser of the current League year will be a Speakeasy Concert and Swing Dance to be held on February 21, 2025.

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From NPR:  Organizers from a local community group called for new policies to clean up lead in St. Louis-area public schools at the St. Louis County Council meeting Tuesday. Metropolitan Congregations United wants to see a county-level ordinance to hold school districts accountable for lead remediation in drinking water that is already required by state […]

Howie Mandel has offered an apology after surprising comedian Bill Burr with an appearance by Billy Corgan after the Smashing Pumpkins frontman suggested that the two could be related.Corgan first…

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SPRINGFIELD — Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS), a leading Catholic health ministry with operations in Illinois and Wisconsin, announced today that Dr. Douglas Barton has been named Southern Illinois Market Chief Medical Officer. He will join HSHS on Feb. 10. HSHS has a hospital in O'Fallon, IL. In this role, Dr. Barton will be leading and coordinating medical staff operations at HSHS ministries in the Southern Illinois Market, which includes HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in O’Fallon, HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital in Breese, HSHS Holy Family Hospital in Greenville and HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital in Highland. Dr. Barton is an experienced physician executive with a proven record of improving hospital-wide patient outcomes at multiple health care systems. He is also accomplished at collaborating with community and cross-continuum partners, achieving improved patient outcomes. Dr. Barton comes to HSHS having most recently served as interim CMO a

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