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While the bells may be ringing out for Christmas Day, The Pogues' "Fairytale of New York" won't be the #1 Christmas single in the U.K. The beloved 1987 tune came…

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Back in April we noted that the EU had designated 17 sites as “VLOPs” (Very Large Online Platforms), the “ROUSs” (Rodents of Unusual Size) of the internet. Some of those sites are still contesting the designation, but in the meantime, the EU Commission has dug deep into its porn viewing habits and designated three more […]

The St. Louis Board of Aldermen went through a major political and structural transformation in 2023. On “The Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air,” St. Louis Board of Aldermen President Megan Green talked about some of the highlights of the past year and what to expect from her aldermanic colleagues in 2024. This interview was recorded on Dec. 18, 2021.

St. Louis-based apartment developer Subtext plans a mixed-use development with 329 apartments and 8,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space in the Delmar Loop

In the rapidly evolving world of digital learning, having access to the right resources can make all the difference. Enter Headway, the revolutionary app designed to help you turn personal growth into a habit. With a lifetime subscription, you get unlimited access to a huge number of non-fiction bestsellers, summarized into 15-minute reads. Be it […]

A St. Louis-based rigid container and life sciences packaging distributor has expanded its operations in the Northeast, which it says it's identified as a "strategic, high-growth market."

Here are events to celebrate the holidays with family and friends.

ST. LOUIS - As we make our way past the busy winter holidays, and look toward the new year, let’s all remember to stop, take a breath, and enjoy the moment. It’s an accomplishment to make it through another year, and now we can enjoy the promise of 2024. For many of us, that can mean putting together some health goals for the next 12 months. And whether those goals are big or small, learning some new, stress-free tips may just prove helpful as we work toward improving our health and lowering our risk of disease. So, here are five tips that have resonated with me recently. Some are pretty specific; some are more general. But each can have important benefits now. And these benefits continue to grow as they’re repeated and become part of our regular wellness routines. Don’t forget healthy sleep . It may not be what most people think of when they think about healthy behaviors, but getting good sleep certainly qualifies. Among other conditions, poor-quality sleep

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CHICAGO – This holiday will most definitely be a very jolly one for an Illinois iLottery player after playing Fast Play Twenty 20s online and winning the jackpot prize – a whopping $880,164. The lucky online player won the big jackpot on Wednesday, December 20, 2023. This is the sixth largest Fast Play Twenty 20s jackpot won so far this year. Just five months ago, another lucky online player took home the largest Fast Play Twenty 20s jackpot ever - nearly $1.25 million. Twenty 20s is an Illinois Lottery progressive jackpot Fast Play game. The jackpot begins at $50,000 and grows with each ticket sold statewide - in-store and online - until the jackpot is won. So far this month, over 80,000 winning tickets for the Fast Play Twenty 20s game have been purchased, netting Illinois Lottery players prizes of more than $4.6 million. You could be next! Fast Play is a quick and easy draw game that can be played at any time. There are no numbers to pick, no play slip to

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A 56-year-old man from St. Louis, Missouri, was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison without parole on December 22.

ALTON - Centerstone has immediate openings in its medication-assisted treatment program in both the Alton, IL clinic and the Marion, IL clinic. MAT is an essential part of comprehensive treatment for substance misuse. FDA-approved medications are used to calm overly-active areas of the brain, reduce cravings and increase your chances of long-term recovery. We offer the following options in conjunction with individual and group counseling to support in overcoming addiction: Vivitrol Suboxone Methadone Centerstone offers methadone guest dosing. For more information about Centerstone’s MAT program, call 1-877-HOPE123 (1-877-467-3123).

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2023 was a year of change in St. Louis politics as Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner resigned from an office in turmoil and the Board of Aldermen was cut in half. STLPR journalists Jason Rosenbaum, Brian Munoz, Will Bauer, Rachel Lippmann and Sarah Kellogg break down the top political stories of the year.

EDWARDSVILLE – Southern Illinois University Edwardsville would like to welcome David Goodwin as the new chief of the SIUE Police Department. Chief Goodwin began his service Friday, December 15. Prior to his appointment, Chief Goodwin spent more than 25 years in campus law enforcement at Washington University in St. Louis. There he rose through the ranks of the Washington University Police Department to Patrol Operations Bureau Commander (Captain) in 2019 and Assistant Chief. “I am passionate about higher education law enforcement and as a result, I come to SIUE PD with a deep-seated commitment to public safety and a passion for fostering positive relationships within the diverse community we serve,” said Goodwin. Goodwin served 34 years in both the National Guard and Army Reserves. He was twice deployed to Iraq, which was “a very nerve wracking and emotional experience,” according to Goodwin. “We lost soldiers in the second deployment. But it gav

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Subtext Acquisitions plans include 319 apartments, ranging from studios to three bedrooms, 10 two-story townhomes.

ALTON - The City of Alton has requested planning assistance from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to study and create a comprehensive plan for the Alton riverfront. Alton City Council members on Wednesday approved a resolution authorizing Mayor David Goins to enter into negotiation with the Corps of Engineers to participate in the “ Planning Assistance to States Program .” Under the program, the Corps of Engineers helps states, local governments, and more prepare “comprehensive plans for the development, utilization, and conservation of water and related land resources.” Alton’s Riverfront Advisory Commission recommended the city pursue this partnership with the Corps of Engineers. According to the resolution, the commission’s role is to “provide suggestions, options and feedback intended to further develop the design of the riverfront that supports, enhances, and grows the facilities, programs, and services of the City of Alton in

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On December 22, Cornell Irving from St. Louis, Missouri, faced charges in connection with the murder of Trenadi Batemen, whose death occurred on November 10, 2023, in the 4000 block of State Street in East St. Louis.

ALTON - The Alton City Council earlier this week approved two items related to street projects and maintenance for a combined total of over $1 million. This includes $800,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and nearly $300,000 worth of accepted material proposals from various companies. The first item approved authorizes the disbursement of ARPA funds for “the purchase of construction materials in the amount of $800,000 for streets projects, the priorities for which are established in the Public Works Strategic Plan (2024 - 2030),” according to the resolution. Also approved were proposals from several companies for materials to be used in the 2024 Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) Street Maintenance Program. Companies submitted bids for six total item groups, including everything from bituminous patching material to concrete materials and more. IDOT documents indicate the amount approved for successful bidders totals $292,321.50 for all six items, including hauling

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EDWARDSVILLE - Kamadulski Excavating is planning a closure on North Kansas at the intersection of East Union beginning Tuesday, December 26, 2023. The closure will be for the installation of a crosswalk, which should take a week, with the road to be reopened on Tuesday, January 2, 2023, assuming no delays due to weather.

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