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ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MO. — A masked group of neo-Nazis displayed swastika flags and banners promoting white nationalism on Saturday, October 5, 2024, near the Mason Road Overpass along Interstate 64 in west St. Louis County. The demonstration, which drew attention from local residents and officials, occurred in the congressional district of Ray Hartmann, a candidate for Congress in Missouri. Hartmann expressed shock at the presence of the protestors but acknowledged their right to demonstrate in America. Hartmann's mother fled from the Nazi control as a child at 9 years old, so he described this issue as deeply personal. "My mom escaped but her parents, my grandparents, and an aunt, were murdered. It hits home to me. This whole subject hits me in a very personal way." Hartmann said he is not organizing a protest, but he plans to participate in a counter-demonstration apparently at the same location as the neo-Nazi group. Details for the counter-demonstration have not yet been

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– U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) today announced $2,327,751,005 in total formula funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to build and maintain roads, bridges and tunnels that will improve efficiency, reduce congestion, improve resiliency against climate change and modernize key infrastructure of the Illinois highway system. This funding was made possible through the Biden-Harris Administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. “Investing in our transportation infrastructure is about more than just improving our roads and bridges, it’s about growing our economy and making getting to work, school and throughout our communities faster, safer and more efficient,” Duckworth said. “I’m proud to see this federal funding coming to our state today for critical upgrades to Illinois’s highway network. I will continue to work alongside

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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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James Taylor is set to play an upcoming benefit concert to help those in the Carolinas affected by the devastation of Hurricane Helene.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, who…

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In a 13-day trial, Circuit Court Judge Craig Carter narrows in on key arguments.

Children’s Hospital will be on-site to provide Healthy Kids Express Dental Services in their mobile dental van.

EAST ALTON – The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC?) is inviting the community to attend an upcoming October STREAM Series event titled “NGRREC Strikes Back.” Participants will join the Habitat Strike Team for an evening of science and art from 4:30-6 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 16, at NGRREC’s Jerry F. Costello Field Station in East Alton. “The NGRREC STREAM series aims to combine STEM programming with research and art,” Environmental Educator Erica Doerr said. “Guests can discover more about conservation work, learn from NGRREC researchers working throughout the state, dabble in nature illustration, and test their native plant identification skills. It will be a fun event for the whole family.” Doerr said the event aims to draw people from all backgrounds and interests. At 4:30 p.m., guests will be invited into the Field Station lobby for light refreshments and a hands-on activity led by some local

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AURORA - Dow Native Jessica Droste Yagan Honored as 2024 IMSA Alumni Trailblazer The Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) has named Dow, IL native Jessica Droste Yagan as the 2024 Alumni Trailblazer Award winner. Yagan, a 1995 graduate of IMSA, is being recognized for her transformative work as CEO of Impact Engine, a Chicago-based investment firm that funds companies focused on creating positive social and environmental impacts. Yagan's journey began at IMSA, where she was exposed to a world beyond her small-town roots. Surrounded by diverse perspectives and guided by encouraging mentors, she developed a passion for problem-solving and social good. IMSA’s culture of intellectual curiosity and exploration inspired Yagan to think big, ultimately shaping her path toward corporate responsibility and social entrepreneurship. As the CEO of Impact Engine, Yagan leads efforts to align financial success with social impact, focusing investments on businesses that prioritize

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Suzanne Woodard and Shawn Lipe are the couple behind Woodard Lipe Fine Art & Auction.

Officer Travis “TJ” Brown's in stable condition and is under close observation as doctors wean him from sedation, his family said.

EAST ST. LOUIS – Illinois State Police (ISP) conducted a violent crime suppression detail on October 1-3, 2024, in St. Clair and Madison counties, focusing its efforts on East St. Louis and neighboring Metro East communities. The operation utilized intelligence and technology to target known high crime areas, violent offenders, and structured criminal groups in the communities of the Metro East. There were several notable events and arrests during the detail. These are the totals in the detail: Arrests - 27 Felony Charges - 41 Criminal Charges - 57 Firearm-Related Charges - 27 Firearms Seized - 12 Controlled Substance Seized - 115 grams Stolen Vehicles Recovered - 3 On October 1, 2024, troopers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for IVC violations. During a subsequent search of the vehicle, troopers located and seized a loaded firearm with no identifiable features, commonly known as a “Ghost gun.” One subject was taken into custody. On October 2, 2024

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Lightning flashed over the Missouri Capitol on Oct. 6, 1924, just 13 years after the building burned to the ground following a powerful lightning strike. This time lightning flashes were joined by the red hues of celebratory fireworks. This was the grand pageant to celebrate the opening of the new Capitol. Though the Capitol had […]

On This Day, Oct. 7, 2016 ...The first-ever Desert Trip festival kicked off at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, the same location where the yearly Coachella Festival is…

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Welcome to another edition of This Day in History! As we turn our gaze to October 7, we uncover a tapestry of significant events that have unfolded on this day throughout history. In 1963, Algeria officially became a member of the United Nations. After a brutal eight-year war of independence against French colonial rule, Algeria's admission into the UN symbolized international recognition of its sovereignty. This event marked a significant victory for the Algerian people and served as an inspiration for other nations seeking independence. Algeria's journey to independence and its subsequent role in the UN highlighted the growing wave of decolonization that swept across Africa and Asia during the mid-20th century. In the realm of technology, October 7, 1985, is a day to remember, as it was the date when the Achille Lauro cruise ship was hijacked by Palestinian terrorists. The incident captured global attention and heightened international concerns regarding terrorism at sea.

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Derrick Melton has a salary topping $190,000, plus a car allowance, to run a St. Louis County program that doesn’t yet exist.

BUNKER HILL - Macoupin County PK-12 school district Bunker Hill CUSD 8 and their higher education partner Lewis & Clark Community College were recently recruited to participate in the non-profit Collegiate Edu-Nation’s first National P-20 Convening in Abilene, Texas. Completely funded by a grant from the Carnegie Foundation, the team was accompanied by a representative from the Association of Illinois Rural and Small Schools (AIRSS). Collegiate Edu-Nation (CEN), a non-profit dedicated to bringing economic development via educational opportunities to rural communities across America, hosted the event with education leaders, higher education partners, and policy makers from the following states: Texas, Pennsylvania, Oklahoma, New Mexico, California, Missouri, Kentucky Ohio, and Illinois. The purpose of the convening was to explore methods of creating workforce development within a PK-12 setting yet overlapping with higher education partners. Participating in the work sessions

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Excited to share that Barb Flunker’s vibrant, textural, abstract oil paintings are exhibited at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center, 2nd floor, now through November 8.

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Presented by the St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum, The Artist Who Captured Eichmann is a captivating temporary exhibition that tells the exciting exploits of Peter Malkin, a Mossad agent […]

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Excited to invite you to the Fall Art Exhibition & Opening on August 14, 4-7pm. at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center. Featured artists are Barb Flunker, Rob Niemeier and Phil […]

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