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The Biden administration rule was estimated to allow 147,000 immigrants to enroll for coverage.

Due to the incredible amount of applications received for the program, applications will close on Monday, December 16, 2024 at 8 a.m.

On This Day, Dec. 11, 1968 ...The Rolling Stones began shooting the concert film Rock and Roll Circus.The film was shot over two days and featured The Stones, as well as The…

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The Illinois Flag Commission has announced the Top 10 finalists for their new state flag design competition, which will be voted on by the public starting in January.

The Boeing Co. has been awarded a $450.5 million contract from the U.S. Department of Defense to build F-15 fighter jets to be sold to Japan.

The suspect is wanted for a cutting incident that happened around 11:45 a.m. on November 29, 2024 at Schiller Park.

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CAHOKIA HEIGHTS - Cahokia Heights will be required to invest an estimated $30 million in upgrades to its sanitary sewer system as part of a settlement announced by the Justice Department and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The agreement resolves ongoing violations of the federal Clean Water Act and the Illinois Environmental Protection Act related to the city's improper operation of its sewer system. The settlement stems from allegations that, since November 2019, Cahokia Heights has discharged sanitary sewage from an overflow point in its sewer system into nearby waterways on more than 300 occasions. Additional discharges of untreated sewage were reported in various locations throughout the community, including ditches, roads, yards, and homes. These sanitary sewer overflows pose risks to public health and the environment, carrying harmful bacteria and viruses. Assistant Attorney General Todd Kim emphasized the government's commitment to ensuring compliance with environmental

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GODFREY - Godfrey’s third annual Freezing for Funds event is shaping up to be their best one yet. On Jan. 4, 2025, community members will complete a polar plunge at Glazebrook Park Lake, with all proceeds going to a local organization. The deadline to register as a participant or sponsor is Dec. 20, 2024. “We’re just trying to raise money for somebody in our community,” said Cami, one of the organizers. “It’s going to be a good time. We always have fun.” You can visit FreezingForFunds.com to donate, register as a participant, or sponsor the event. Sponsorships cost $250. It costs $35 to participate and you will receive a shirt if you register by Dec. 20. All participants and sponsors are asked to submit the name of a local nonprofit. At the event on Jan. 4, Godfrey Mayor Mike McCormick will draw one of the nonprofits, and this charity receives all of the funds. Organizers Cami and Mark noted that they gave the Alton Athletic

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Between the whooshing of freezing winds and the sounds of passing highway traffic Tuesday morning, a ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the completion of the new eastbound Rocheport Bridge. The event was purely ceremonial because the bridge still needs some finishing touches, like road stripes, before it is complete and ready to accommodate traffic by the end […]

ST. LOUIS COUNTY - St. Louis County Police are investigating a homicide that occurred early Tuesday morning, Dec. 10, 2024, in the 200 block of Estridge Road, resulting in the death of an adult male. At approximately 12:07 a.m., officers from the North County Precinct responded to reports of a shooting in the area. Upon their arrival, they found an adult male and an adult female suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. St. Louis County Police said the male victim was transported to a nearby hospital but was later pronounced dead. The female victim, who is pregnant, was also taken to the hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries, and officials confirmed that the unborn child was unharmed. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact the St. Louis County Police Department at 636-529-8210. Individuals wishing to remain anonymous or seeking a potential reward can reach out to CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS

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Remember back during the housing bubble when the price-rent ratio of housing got really high and it made everyone worried that maybe we were in a housing bubble? Well, I didn't notice this until today, but we've been back at 2006 levels for a couple of years now: Actually, it's even a little worse than ...continue reading "Man, the price-rent ratio is really high"

Opening Reception Friday, Dec 6th from 5:30-7:30pm in the Kooyumjian Gallery at Webster University. This exhibit showcases the artistry of high school student photographers. The choice of subject, creativity and […]

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Experience the magic of the holidays at City Museum’s weirdly wonderful celebration. From Nov. 29 to Dec. 24, the uniquely wacky attraction will transform into a winter wonderland full of […]

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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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The TRANSFORM STL Act appropriates the Rams Settlement Funds into major investments in infrastructure, development, and families and children.