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What stupid times we live in. President-elect Donald Trump has ordered Republicans to kill a widely-supported bipartisan journalism shield law that would protect press freedom and whistleblowers. Many people voted for Donald Trump on the false belief that he would “protect free speech.” But in reality, nearly every instinct he has is to stifle free […]

ELSAH - A woman from Elsah is the subject of a Jersey County child battery case after allegedly battering a minor with a belt while another child was present. Christina A. Smith, 41, of Elsah, was charged on Nov. 18, 2024 with aggravated domestic battery (a Class 2 felony) and endangering the life or health of a child (a Class A misdemeanor). On Nov. 16, 2024, Smith allegedly struck a child under the age of 18 with a belt “several times, kicked him in the head with her feet, and struck him in the arms and back area multiple times,” according to descriptions of the charges. A petition to deny Smith’s pretrial release states another child was present during the incident, leading to the involvement of the Department Children Family Services (DCFS). “The defendant battered the child with the belt in such a manner to cause bruising to the arms and back in addition to kicking the child in the head,” the petition states. “The defendant is also

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Yesterday I posted a brief item noting that the CDC never recommended that schools be closed during COVID. In fact, by July 2020, shortly before the new school year was about to start, they were strongly recommending that schools open in the fall. So why did so many schools close? The answer is that the ...continue reading "If the CDC didn’t close schools during COVID, who did?"

Missouri lawmakers are barred from lobbying for six months after they leave office.

Back in September, Elton John revealed that he lost vision in one of his eyes, and he now tells Good Morning America his condition has interfered with his attempts to put…

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The Train Shed at St. Louis Union Station has been transformed into a glittering holiday retreat. With wall-to-wall bling, The Sleigh Shed puts the excess of the holidays on full […]

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Make your dream of meeting a Budweiser Clydesdale a reality at the Anheuser-Busch Brewery in St. Louis. On the Clydesdale VIP Experience, you’ll visit the original Clydesdale Paddock as well […]

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Take an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Anheuser-Busch Brewery in St. Louis. On the Beermaster Tour, you’ll receive an all-access look at how the King of Beers is brewed, visiting […]

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The most popular tour at the Anheuser-Busch Brewery in St. Louis gives guests a closer look at the picturesque campus and the on-site brewing methods. Packed with history, the Day […]

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Design Agendas: Modern Architecture in St. Louis, 1930s to 1970s is the first major exhibition to examine the complex connections among modern architecture, urban renewal and racial and spatial change […]

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Christmas trees dyed in many hues are available at Eckert's Belleville Farm. The sales benefit local charity partners.

On This Day, Nov. 25, 1976 ...The Band — Robbie Robertson, Levon Helm, Rick Danko, Garth Hudson and Richard Manuel — played their final show ever at the Winterland Ballroom in San Francisco.Billed as…

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ALTON — The holiday season officially began in Downtown Alton on Friday evening, Nov. 22, 2024, as the community gathered for the annual tree lighting ceremony at Lincoln-Douglas Square. The event, hosted by Alton Main Street, attracted families and friends, creating a festive atmosphere filled with joy and anticipation. The festivities commenced at 5:30 p.m. with free trolley rides from 3rd and Belle Street in Alton. Attendees enjoyed cookies, hot cocoa, and caroling, while costumed characters mingled with the crowd. Santa and Mrs. Claus made their grand entrance at 6 p.m., adding to the excitement of the evening. Alton Mayor Goins hit the light illuminating the Christmas tree, provided by the Alton-Godfrey Rotary Club, at 6:45 p.m. The event also served a charitable purpose and encouraged attendees to bring non-perishable food donations to support the Salvation Army’s food pantry. Sara McGibany, Executive Director of Alton Main Street, expressed her enthusiasm fo

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EDWARDSVILLE - Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Chancellor James T. Minor, PhD, shared financial information that touted the University’s remarkable influence in the Southern Illinois region and St. Louis Metropolitan area, such as the more than $1.3 billion of economic impact that includes the benefits of 12,178 jobs, the generation of $144.4 million in taxes and the alumni power of $516.3 million. Minor released the University’s Economic Impact Report , which is made up of 2023 fiscal year data, during SIUE’s Economic Impact Celebration on Friday, Nov. 22 in the Morris University Center’s Legacy Room. Southern Illinois University (SIU) System President Dan Mahony, PhD, also shared highlights from the SIU System’s Economic Report . Also in attendance at the community celebration were Illinois legislators State Rep. Katie Stuart, of the 112th District, State Rep. Amy Elik, of the 111th District, and State Sen. Erica Harriss, of the 56t

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David Meyer, a lawyer at SLDC for 17 years, was moved to the airport in the midst of controversy over a north St. Louis grant program. SLDC says it’s unrelated.

At 8:45 p.m. on Nov. 16, 2024, a Deputy Sheriff with the Calhoun County Sheriff's Office conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Main Street and County Road, in Hardin, Calhoun County, Illinois. As a result of the traffic stop, Eryka R. Gauntt, aged 31, of Hardin, Illinois was arrested for the following offenses: Possession of Methamphetamine (Less than 5 Grams), Possession of Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Gauntt was arrested without incident and transported to the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office. All suspect(s) are innocent until proven guilty.

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Here are the states with the most progressive and most regressive tax systems: In Minnesota the rich pay 70% more than the poor. In Florida the rich pay 79% less than the poor. It will come as no surprise that every one of the progressive tax states voted for Kamala Harris and nearly all of ...continue reading "In nearly every state, the poor pay a higher tax rate than the rich"

The Kirkwood Arts Commission is proud to present its Winter Art Exhibition at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center. The exhibition opens on November, 13th with free reception from 4 pm […]

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