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Slash has shared a tribute to his late stepdaughter, Lucy-Bleu Knight.The Guns N' Roses guitarist writes in an Instagram post, "My heart is [permanently] fractured. I will never ever stop missing you &…

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“If this is a three-way race it’s between a thoroughbred, a quarter horse, and a jackass,” said a spokesman for Kehoe on Friday.

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SAUGET - Authorities have identified the man who was killed when the pickup truck he was driving slammed into a train early Saturday morning. Jamarin Ballard, 39, of Cahokia Heights, was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident on Mississippi Avenue (Illinois Route 3) at 4:30 a.m., according to St. Clair County Coroner Calvin Dye Sr. Ballard was driving a truck traveling south in the 3000 block of Mississippi Avenue when it crossed the railroad tracks and collided with a moving Union Pacific train. The railroad crossing gates were down and flashing lights were activated when the collision happened, police said. When officers arrived, they found the truck and a train engine engulfed by flames. The incident is under investigation, and authorities have not yet determined the cause of the crash.

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Spencer Fane launched a new alternative leadership structure designed to ensure the culture that helped make it one of the fastest growing law firms in the nation doesn't get diluted.

Missouri House Speaker Dean Plocher is asking a Cole County judge to dismiss him from a whistleblower lawsuit filed earlier this year, arguing any allegations of wrongdoing amount to “little more than internal political disputes.”  House Chief Clerk Dana Miller filed a lawsuit in May accusing Plocher and his chief of staff, Rod Jetton, of […]

Instacart has announced the successful implementation of their Carrot Tags' pick to light functionality at some pilot Schnucks stores, which uses electronic shelf labels to guide customers and Instacart shoppers to products.

JERSEYVILLE – Amelia Strebel, a standout shot put and discus thrower for Jersey Community High School, has been named Sparklight Female Athlete of the Month. The recognition comes as no surprise to those familiar with her dedication both on and off the field. Amelia, who is also an exemplary student and a team leader for the Panthers, had an impressive end to her season. She secured first place in the shot put at the Mississippi Valley Conference meet with a toss of 31 feet, 5.5 inches. Her performance at the sectional meet earned her a ninth-place finish with a throw of 30-4.5. In discus, Amelia achieved a season-best throw of 90-0.75. Her head girls track coach and father, Kevin Strebel, expressed his pride in Amelia's achievements. "I thought she culminated the season with an excellent capper winning the conference in the shot put," he said. "I am very proud of her efforts on the team. She is one of several athletes on the team that had some instances where their hard work

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GRANITE CITY - The Granite City Fire Department responded to a structure fire on the 4200 block of Old Alton Road at approximately 10 a.m. on Monday, July 29, 2024. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered smoke and flames coming from the back of the house. They swiftly managed to bring the fire under control, preventing it from spreading further. The rear portion of the house sustained damage, though the extent of the damage has not been fully assessed. The cause of the fire remains unknown at this time. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. The fire department is continuing its investigation to determine the origin of the blaze.

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Rod Stewart isn't afraid of dying, but he thinks it'll be a bit before he actually has to face the grim reaper.Speaking to the U.S. Sun, Rod, who'll turn 80…

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WASHINGTON — Before he leaves the Oval Office in January, President Joe Biden wants to see Congress take up a constitutional amendment restoring criminal liability for U.S. presidents in response to the recent Supreme Court decision granting the chief executive broad immunity. Biden announced the “Not Above the Law Amendment” Monday along with endorsing other changes for […]

JERSEYVILLE — Adam Kribs, a recent graduate of Jersey Community High School, has been recognized for his exceptional versatility as an athlete during the 2023-2024 academic year. Kribs, who competed in track and field, soccer, and bowling, has been named a Sparklight Internet Male Athlete of the Month for the Panthers. Kribs showcased his athletic prowess in track and field, recording personal bests of 6 feet, 0.75 inches in the high jump, 16.73 seconds in the 110-meter high hurdles, 45.43 seconds in the 300-meter low hurdles, and 38 feet, 5.5 inches in the triple jump. During the season, Kribs achieved notable successes, including first-place finishes in the 110-meter high hurdles at the Freeburg Trials Meet and a multi-school meet involving Jersey, Civic Memorial, Greenfield-Northwestern, and Bunker Hill. He also secured a fifth-place finish in the high hurdles at the Mississippi Valley Conference (MVC) Meet and a ninth-place finish in the 300-meter low hurdles. Additionally,

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If you’ve been paying any attention to the political news in the last week, you may have seen stories about couch fucking, or dolphin porn, or burnt monkey testicles, or even cat ladies. Or really just about any of the comments coming out of the Harris campaign, or from other Democratic supporters, calling out the […]

The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department plans to release two videos on Wednesday from the day of a 2022 shooting at Central Visual Performing Arts High School.

CASEYVILLE –The Illinois Department of Transportation on Monday, July 29, 2024, announced that lane restrictions will be encountered on southbound I-255, at the I-64 interchange, beginning Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at 7 a.m., weather permitting. The two right lanes will be closed to allow IDOT District 8 Operations forces to complete bridge deck patching and expansion joint repairs. All lanes are expected to re-open by Friday, August 2, 2024, at 3 p.m. Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to flaggers and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits and be on the alert for workers and equipment. Public transportation and traveling during non-peak hours are recommended if possible. For IDOT District 8 updates, follow us on X, formerly known as Twitter, at @IDOTDistrict8 or view area construction details on IDOT’s traveler information map on GettingAroundIllinois.com.

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CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced $18 million in funding for the fourth round of the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program. The Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program provides training opportunities, expands the talent pipeline, and boosts diversity in the construction industry and building trades. Grantees will be selected through a competitive Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) process. “Since 2021, the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program has broken down barriers in the construction industry by training and recruiting underrepresented Illinoisans for high-paying jobs,” said Governor JB Pritzker . “With $18 million in available funding, I highly encourage all eligible organizations to apply to this competitive grant.” “The Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program isn't just about building infrastructure, it's about building brighter futures,”

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In coordination with the exhibition "Kahlil Robert Irving: Archaeology of the Present," the artist Kahlil Robert Irving selected a series of contemporary video works to screen concurrently in the Kemper […]

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The Madrid-based artist Santiago Sierra presents "52 Canvases Exposed to Mexico City’s Air" (2019) in the Saligman Family Atrium. Known for his provocative performance and installation art that deals with […]

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