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Business group Greater St. Louis Inc. on Monday released a poll of city voters showing they support its plan for spending the government's portion of the Rams settlement money.

PEORIA – OSF HealthCare is pleased to announce the appointment of Sister Agnes Joseph Williams, O.S.F., as the new Major Superior of The Sisters of the Third Order of St. Francis, effective October 6. Joining her in leadership for the next six years are Sister Judith Ann Duvall, O.S.F., Sister Theresa Ann Brazeau, O.S.F., Sister Rose Therese Mann, O.S.F., and Sister Teresa Paul Selamat, O.S.F., who will serve as her council in guiding the Mission and Ministry of OSF HealthCare. Sister Agnes Joseph succeeds Sister Judith Ann, who has faithfully led The Sisters for the past 18 years. Under Sister Judith Ann’s leadership, OSF HealthCare has grown into one of the largest Catholic health systems in Illinois, staying true to its Mission of serving with the greatest care and love. Her unwavering commitment to our faith-driven Ministry has left an indelible mark on the communities we serve. "We are deeply grateful to Sister Judith Ann for her remarkable leadership, devotion, and

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The decision means St. Louis still has only one nonstop flight to Europe. That route is to Frankfurt, Germany, on Lufthansa and runs three days a week.

You know how little kids sometimes play a game where they claim they’ve changed their name, and you can no longer blame them for what they did under their previous name? You know how that never actually works? Well, about that… Elon seems to be trying a corporate version of that trick in Australia, and […]

(The Center Square) – The assault on the Biden administration's tough tailpipe emissions standards continue.

The founder of a pharmaceutical company in Maryland Heights is among 10 other medicinal executives and distributors charged with illegally selling nearly 70 million opioid pills in Houston, Texas.

This is an in-person event where you can network, interview and learn more about potential job offers.

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Republicans shortly after Election Day will face a major decision for their chamber as well as the national party when they pick a new leader. Once the dust from the election clears and the balance of power in the Senate is decided, senators will gather behind closed doors to choose who […]

Earthbound Beer debuted in 2014 in a small Cherokee Street space and moved three years later to its current, much larger home.

Mountain biking has emerged as a more inclusive alternative to high-priced, selective club sports.

GODFREY - Village Dispensary will host their first Fall Festival. From 12–5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, community members can enjoy vendors, cultivators, discounts and deals at Village Dispensary in Godfrey. The dispensary will also sponsor a food drive where you can bring one bag of nonperishable food items to get 10% off your purchase. Alli and Allison, two representatives from Village Dispensary, noted that they care about helping the community. “We’re very community-focused,” Alli said. “That’s what we care about, genuinely. It’s easy when you care that much.” Their food drive will start on Oct. 19, 2024, and run through Thanksgiving, with proceeds benefiting several food pantries in the Riverbend region. Once a week, you can bring in one bag of nonperishable food items to get your 10% discount. The Fall Festival also marks the dispensary’s “half-birthday.” They have been open for six months at 11

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EDWARDSVILLE - Edwardsville football junior quarterback Yale Weaver has had several big games for the Tigers this season. One of his better contests was a 24-for-35 passing night for 201 yards and four touchdowns against Jackson, Mo., on Sept. 14, 2024. He also had a strong game this past Friday in a triumph over 42-0 Alton at Alton and the week before in a 35-0 victory over Belleville West at home. Weaver is a Spencer Homes Male Athlete of the Month for Edwardsville. "I'm feeling good," Weaver said in recent interview. "The offense is looking great right now, just looking to dominate in conference." Weaver is very confident about the Tigers' chances in the SWC this season. "I feel good about all my guys, my line, my weapons, the defense. We've got a talented group," Weaver said. "I'm ready." There is a good solid plan for the Tigers and Weaver as the team prepares for the remainder of the conference season. On Friday, the Tigers hosts Belleville East in a 7 p.m. encounter

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Gov't Mule frontman Warren Haynes is paying tribute to musician Johnny Neel, a member of the Allman Brothers Band and the Dickey Betts Band, who passed away Oct. 6 at the…

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CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reminding the public that along with fall, October brings the start of the traditional respiratory virus season. The department is urging Illinoisans to use the proven tools that can safeguard them from illnesses that typically surge during the fall and winter, including COVID-19, flu and RSV. This includes getting vaccinated to protect yourself and your family for those viral diseases if you are eligible. The Department has upgraded its Seasonal Respiratory Illness Dashboard and has posted two new FAQ documents on its website providing the latest guidance on vaccinations and how to get tested and treated for these seasonal illnesses. In addition, the CDC has created a new Respiratory Illness Data Channel that provides nationwide county specific information that would valuable for anyone planning to travel out of state. “As our public health workers ramp up preparations for the respiratory virus

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(The Center Square) – With another neighboring state considering legalizing sports betting, Gov. J.B. Pritzker doesn’t see any adverse effects on Illinois' sports betting industry. Next month, voters in Missouri will decide whether to legalize sports betting. DraftKings recently contributed another $5 million in efforts to legalize online sports betting in Missouri. Pritzker included a hefty tax hike for sports betting companies in his latest Illinois budget, and some were worried that the…