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This week, our first place winner on the insightful side is Stephen T. Stone with a comment about the Trump administration’s pivot to claiming that it meant to send Abrego Garcia to El Salvador: Remember, folks: If they’ll do it to non-citizens, they’ll do it to citizens soon enough. They want you afraid of being […]

A De Soto man was arrested Friday after stabbing a victim in the chest with a sword and breaking into two apartments in University City.

On April 19, District 5 officers responded to a shooting at the Schnucks located at 3431 Union, just after 5 p.m. A 57-year-old man and several witnesses told officers that a man driving a gray Ford struck the 57-year-old with his vehicle. The man continued driving around the parking lot threatening the 57-year-old. The 57-year-old […]

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Did you know that the term “4/20” originated not from a government decree or a marketing campaign, but from a group of high school students in the early 1970s? Today, 4/20 is globally recognized as an informal holiday celebrating cannabis culture, but its roots and evolution reveal a rich tapestry of social movements, cultural shifts, and legal battles. Understanding the cultural history of 4/20 provides insight into broader conversations about drug policy, counterculture, and social identity. Origins: From a Secret Code to a Cultural Phenomenon The most widely accepted origin story of 4/20 traces back to 1971 in San Rafael, California, where a group of five high school friends, known as “The Waldos,” coined the term “420” as a secret code for their after-school cannabis sessions. They chose 4:20 p.m. as their meeting time, and “420” soon became shorthand for marijuana use. This innocuous code, initially known only within a small circle,

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April 19th and 20th are dates that resonate through history. One of the most pivotal events associated with April 19 occurred in 1775 when the Battles of Lexington and Concord ignited the American Revolutionary War. Often considered the opening salvo in the fight for American independence, these skirmishes marked the moment when colonial militias confronted British troops, setting the stage for a new nation to emerge. The phrase “the shot heard ’round the world” is commonly linked to this day, symbolizing the global impact of the struggle for liberty. Earlier in history, on April 19, 1770, Sweden witnessed the coronation of King Gustav III. His reign was notable for efforts to strengthen royal authority and promote the arts and culture, leaving a lasting imprint on Swedish society. Although his time on the throne was cut short by his assassination in 1792, Gustav III’s influence remains significant in Swedish history. Moving forward to the 20th century,

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BELLEVILLE — Belleville Police are investigating a reckless discharge of a firearm after multiple shots were reported in the area of Dale Allen Drive and Chaucer Drive on the evening of April 16, 2025. At approximately 7:30 p.m. on April 16, Belleville officers responded to calls of gunfire and found two unoccupied parked vehicles that bullets had struck. No injuries were reported in the incident. Police recovered evidence at the scene and learned from witnesses that two groups of juveniles were involved in the shooting. Detectives and the Crime Scene Unit arrived to continue the investigation. Belleville Police said two juveniles found near the scene were interviewed and detained by officers. Detectives have identified the two groups involved and are in the early stages of the investigation. Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact the Belleville Police Department at (618) 234-1212 or CrimeStoppers at (866) 371-TIPS (8477).

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CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul, with Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, today announced they have joined the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) lawsuit to block the acquisition of Surmodics Inc. (Surmodics) by GTCR BC Holdings LLC (GTCR) alleging that the deal, which seeks to combine the two largest manufacturers of critical medical device coatings, is anticompetitive. “The proposed acquisition of Surmodics by a private equity firm represents a troubling trend of wealthy investors attempting to limit competition and innovation in a market while extracting advantages that come from eliminating competitors,” Raoul said. “If approved, this acquisition would increase prices for Illinois residents by putting profits before people. I will continue to work to increase options for consumers and rein in anticompetitive behavior wherever it occurs.” In their lawsuit, Raoul and the FTC allege that private equity firm GTCR’s proposed acquisition

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ALTON – The National Scenic Byway Association is proud to recognize the Great River Road and the Mississippi Parkway Commission with the 2025 Byway Partnership Award, celebrating a multi-state collaboration that is turning the iconic route into a model for environmental stewardship and public engagement. Spanning 3,000 miles through 10 states along the Mississippi River, the Great River Road is a lifeline for wildlife and communities alike. In recent years, the Mississippi River Parkway Commission (MRPC) and its state partners have launched an ambitious and wide-reaching effort to support pollinators — including bees, butterflies, and birds — whose health is critical to ecosystems and agriculture. Through partnerships with the Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative, the U.S. Forest Service, and Rotary International, the byway was officially designated as the Great River Road Pollinator Trail. The Commission has developed a pollinator playbook, public brochures,

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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that nonfarm payrolls increased +14,800 (+0.2%) over-the-month to a record high of 6,172,300 in March. The previous record was set in December 2024, with 6,161,000 jobs. Additionally, the February monthly change in payrolls was revised from the preliminary report of -6,500 to +900. The unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.8 percent in March, while the revised unemployment rate was 4.8 percent, unchanged from the preliminary February unemployment rate. The March payroll jobs estimate and unemployment rate reflect activity for the week including the 12th. The industry sectors with the largest over-the-month job increases included: Government (+4,500), Trade, Transportation and Utilities (+2,600), and Private Education and Health Services (+2,200). The industry sectors with monthly payroll job decreases included Information (-400) and Financial Activities (-300). Compared to a year ago,

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Missouri ranks third nationally for vandalism that has disrupted broadband and wireless service.