Last fall, I wrote about how the fear of AI was leading us to wall off the open internet in ways that would hurt everyone. At the time, I was worried about how companies were conflating legitimate concerns about bulk AI training with basic web accessibility. Not surprisingly, the situation has gotten worse. Now major […]
St. Louis native and rapper Sexyy Red released a music video earlier this week featuring a reworked version of Michael Jackson's 1980s hit "Beat It," drawing backlash from the late pop star's estate.
CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul today encouraged Illinoisans to be vigilant when dating online to avoid becoming a victim of a romance scam. “You may be hoping to meet a special someone online or through a dating app this Valentine’s Day but be mindful of red flags that could indicate they are not who they claim to be. Romance scammers take advantage of victims’ openness and trust,” Raoul said. “If you think you may be a victim of a romance scam,
In playful social media posts across the region, police are encouraging residents to “turn in” exes with outstanding warrants, framing it as the ultimate Valentine’s Day gift.
GREENFIELD - Noelia Martinez-Voigt, an art teacher at Greenfield CUSD 10, has been named the 2026 Illinois Outstanding Early Career Educator of the Year, according to information released Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2026. Greenfield CUSD 10 announced the honor in a message that congratulated Martinez-Voigt and said the recognition reflects her “dedication, passion, and outstanding impact on our students and school community.” The Illinois State Board of Education recognizes one Outstanding
HARDIN - The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office reported on Friday, Feb. 13, 2026, that all ferries in the area are open, after earlier ice conditions prompted multiple closures and service changes along the river. In a "ferry update," the sheriff’s office said the Brussels Ferry, Kampsville Ferry, and Golden Eagle Ferry are all open. The update follows announcements in January 2026 that ferry operations would be curtailed after a collection of heavy ice in the area rivers
Melissa Etheridge has dropped a new single from her upcoming album, RISE.The singer has released the album’s opening track, “Bein’ Alive." According to the press release, the song “uplifts with themes…
The Trump administration has fired one of the few remaining members of the administration that had even a passing interest in antitrust enforcement. DOJ antitrust boss Gail Slater has been fired from the administration after having repeated contentious run ins with key officials. It’s the final nail in the coffin of the log-running lie that […]
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"Beyond Romance" an art exhibit featuring local artist's artworks with expressions of other forms of Love. Beyond Romance! The exhibit is free and open to the public and and runs […]
Cream, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band made up of Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker and Jack Bruce, has released another performance video from their 2005 reunion concert at…