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Authoritarians and tech CEOs now share the same goal: to keep us locked in an eternal doomscroll instead of organizing against them, Janus Rose writes.

O'FALLON - Officers from the O'Fallon Police Department (OPD) participated in the Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) for Special Olympics Kickoff Conference held in Bloomington, last week. The event not only focused on preparations for the 2025 Special Olympics but also recognized law enforcement agencies for their fundraising efforts in 2024. The O'Fallon Police Department was honored with the 2024 Platinum Level Fundraising Award for raising $142,842, making it the top fundraiser among departments with 26 to 75 sworn officers. Furthermore, OPD ranked as the second-highest fundraising department in the entire state, surpassing many larger departments. The department credited its success to the dedication of its officers and the strong support from the community. "We could never achieve these successes without the dedication of our officers and the overwhelming support from our community," the O'Fallon Police Department said in a statement.

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The new documentary Becoming Led Zeppelin may never have happened had the film’s director, Bernard MacMahon, not accepted an invitation from the band’s legendary guitarist Jimmy Page.In a new interview with…

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Criticism of St. Louis County's response to the January snowstorm took the focus Tuesday as the council held a special public session that spanned over two hours. County managers said the area hadn't seen a winter storm of this magnitude since 1982.

Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital unveiled its new Optimization Zone classrooms, designed to aid children five and younger in their neurodevelopmental journey, as part of a $1.4 million renovation project.

The massive music production development in Chesterfield, Gateway Studios, said it will open in May and is now accepting bookings.

According to police on the scene, the man was shot in the side by two people who were trying to rob him.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - The Polar Plunge for the Special Olympics of Missouri is set to take place next weekend at Creve Coeur Park in Maryland Heights. The event, which aims to raise $100,000, will feature participants braving icy waters to support the cause. Scheduled for Feb. 15, the plunge will be accompanied by [...]

Mom’s Deli, which has been in business for more than 45 years in south St. Louis, plans to leave its longtime home on Jamieson Avenue and reopen elsewhere.

ALTON – Mississippi Valley Christian School proudly announced its transformation into Riverbend Christian Leadership Academy during a special community event last Friday night, Jan. 31, 2025. Families, students, and faculty gathered for an evening of fun and fellowship, highlighted by two action-packed students-versus-parents basketball games. The event also served as the official unveiling of the academy’s new name, logo, and colors, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter. For 50 years, Mississippi Valley Christian School has been a ministry of Faith Baptist Church, dedicated to providing Christ-centered education to the region. Due to financial constraints, the church is no longer able to fund the school, necessitating its transition into an independent 501(c)(3) organization. Despite this shift, the school remains steadfast in its mission — equipping students with academic excellence and a strong biblical foundation. Under new leadership, Riverbend Christia

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On February 4, District 6 officers responded to a Robbery in the 8500 block of Mora Lane, just before 7:30 a.m. A 52-year-old woman and a 41-year-old man told officers that a known man confronted the woman with knives and a sledgehammer, accusing her of stealing. The man assaulted the woman and took her phone. […]

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Ashley Brooks, a two-time heart transplant recipient, is now a heart disease awareness advocate, encouraging others to wear red on February 7 to save lives.

Reflections Unveiled: Contemporary Portraiture in the Digital Age explores the dynamic realm of contemporary portraiture in the context of the digital age. In an era characterized by rapid technological advancements, […]

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Over the years Brenda Gilliam has collected thousands of images to use as inspiration for future paintings, grouped by subject matter. These images are comprised of her photos and sketches, […]

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Shinichi Sawada: Agents of Clay is the artist’s first solo museum exhibition in the U.S. For more than two decades, Sawada – who is based in Japan’s Shiga Prefecture – […]

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Ghost Army: The Combat Con Artists of World War II explores the story of the US Army’s 23rd Headquarters Special Troops, a top-secret unit who waged war with inflatable tanks […]

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On This Day, Feb. 5,1983…Def Leppard’s third album, Pyromania, made its Billboard 200 chart debut.The record, which featured the hits “Photograph,” “Foolin’” and “Rock of Ages,” spent a total of…

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The 1904 World’s Fair was a fascinating yet complex event that continues to evoke a range of emotions. It was grand and shameful. It was full of fun and full […]

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