ALTON - There’s a new mural coming to Alton with a techno twist. Peat Eyez, a famous stencil artist known for their augmented reality murals, is working on a mural of Miles Davis at Hiram’s Bar in Alton. The mural will feature Davis playing the trumpet. On Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, the mural was nearing completion as Eyez painted in a suit. They explained that they tried to dress like Davis, complete with a trumpet and instrument case carrying spray paint. “I normally don’t paint murals wearing a suit, but I thought today this would be very appropriate,” Eyez said. “My medium is stencils. I work in stencils and spray paint. I’m not a graffiti artist. A lot of people think that because I use spray paint, but my motivation is really to beautify, not to vandalize. I’ve always been a huge Miles Davis fan.” Eyez is one of the frontrunners in augmented reality art. They completed the first augmented reality mural in Kansas
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Kamala Harris is spending her week trying to shore up support in the “blue wall” states of Pennsylvania, Michigan and Wisconsin. Her schedule reflects the Democratic nominee’s focus on her most likely path to victory over Republican candidate Donald Trump. Harris’ campaign says she’s not ceding ground in Sun Belt states like…
“Felony murder” laws are still problematic, even if that law has led to a corrupt drug warrior finally being punished for the evil he has committed under the color of law. Gerald Goines headed up a Houston PD drug squad for years and was never one to let facts or a lack of evidence stand […]
JERSEYVILLE – Starting National Fire Prevention Week (October 7-11), Illinois American Water is repainting more than 500 fire hydrants in its Jerseyville and Hardin service areas this fall. Fire hydrants are being repainted orange by a local union contractor. Painting began last week (October 7) in the City of Jerseyville where 446 fire hydrants are being painted during October and November. Painting in the Village of Hardin will start in November once hydrant painting is completed in Jerseyville. There are 67 fire hydrants in Hardin. Illinois American Water owns and maintains fire hydrants in its direct service communities. The company’s local operation teams work closely with local fire departments to provide reliable, strong fire protection systems. Illinois American Water checks, maintains and flushes all fire hydrants annually.
The University of Missouri-St. Louis' Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center (EIC) will double to 10 winning participants the next cohort in its Anchor Accelerator program.
The lawsuit was filed in a Texas federal court Friday, roughly four months after the Supreme Court decided against undoing changes to the FDA’s regulations on the abortion pill that expanded access — such as allowing it to be mailed without an in-person doctor’s visit.
(The Center Square) — A coalition of 24 states, led by Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers, have signed a brief against a federal electric truck mandate.
The Bruce Springsteen movie Deliver Me From Nowhere has reportedly found its Little Steven.Deadline reports that actor Johnny Cannizzaro, who starred in Clint Eastwood’s adaptation of the musical Jersey Boys,…
WASHINGTON — The threat of political violence will likely hang over the nation’s capital in the weeks following Election Day, security experts say, despite intensive preparations by law enforcement officials determined to avoid another Jan. 6 insurrection. The 2,000-plus officers who make up the U.S. Capitol Police, as well as other federal law enforcement agencies […]
GODFREY - State Representative Amy Elik has received the endorsement from several groups who represent first responders. The Illinois Fraternal Order of Police, Associated Fire Fighters of Illinois, Sheriffs of Illinois PAC, and Chicago Fire Fighters Union Local 2 have come together to enthusiastically support Elik. These groups represent thousands of first responders across Illinois, and their endorsements recognize Elik’s dedication to the well being of police, firefighters, and other emergency personnel. Her consistent advocacy for public safety resources and support for first responders has made a tangible difference in their ability to protect and serve communities. “I’m honored to receive the endorsements from our first responders for my work in Springfield,” said Elik. “As Chicago politicians try to weaken our police and first responders, I’ve been a constant voice of support. First responders put their lives on the line for us every
A St. Louis County woman appeared in federal court on Thursday to be sentenced for defrauding the U.S. Small Business Administration out of six figures in pandemic loan payments.
SPRINGFIELD – Falling temperatures bring colorful foliage, flannel shirts and pumpkin-flavored treats. Unfortunately, cooler weather also brings stink bugs. These shield-shaped invasive pests – officially named brown marmorated stink bugs – are native to China and first made their debut in the US in the late 90s. They feed on the Midwestern landscape, munching everything from residential landscaping to agriculture like soybeans, apples and pears. “The ‘stink’ is a defense mechanism. So don’t smash them and avoid disturbing them too much,” said Scott Schirmer, Nursery and Northern Field Office Section Manager with the Illinois Department of Agriculture. “They are a nuisance, but stink bugs will not kill indoor plants or harm anything else indoors. Chances are you don’t even notice most of them that make their way inside.” So where do they come from? “In the summer, they are living in and eating many fruits
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