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Driver crashes vehicle into home in East St. Louis

1 year 10 months ago
ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ill. - A driver in East St. Louis lost control and crashed a vehicle into a house early Monday morning. According to officials, the crash occurred around 4 a.m. on North 37th Street, leaving the vehicle heavily damaged. Damage to the house appeared to be mostly contained to the front porch. Officials [...]
Nick Gladney

Supreme Court To Decide Whether Helping Poor Rural Americans Get Broadband Is ‘Unconstitutional’

1 year 10 months ago
The FCC has long run an $8 billion federal subsidy program to help bring phone and broadband services to lower income homes and schools called the Universal Service Fund. The historically bipartisan program has long been funded by a fee on traditional phone lines. But with traditional phone lines dying, there’s been a long, ongoing discussion […]
Karl Bode

Community rallies behind St. Louis taco shop that faced possible closure

1 year 10 months ago
A St. Louis taco shop is moving in the right direction after facing a potential closure. Tacos La Jefa in Dutchtown shared their financial struggles on social media and St. Louis showed up. Co-owner Andrea Amezcua said the business began with her mom, Heriberta Amezcua. "It was her dream, it was always to provide the community real Mexican food, the good one," she shared. Tacos La Jefa, meaning boss girl tacos, is a nod to the matriarch. "We always call my mom 'La Jefa' because she's the boss…
Justina Coronel

Biden pardons his son Hunter despite previous pledges not to

1 year 10 months ago
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden pardoned his son, Hunter, sparing the younger Biden a possible prison sentence for federal felony gun and tax convictions and reversing his past promises not to use the extraordinary powers of the presidency for the benefit of his family. The Democratic president had previously said he would not pardon [...]
ZEKE MILLER, ALANNA DURKIN RICHER and COLLEEN LONG, Associated Press

St. Louis faces budget strain from earnings tax refunds for remote workers

1 year 10 months ago
ST. LOUIS — Refunding millions of dollars in earnings taxes to remote workers during the pandemic has cost City Hall far more than anticipated this year. According to our reporting partners at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, the city has already refunded $36 million for 2020, 2021, and 2022 to workers who applied for refunds. The [...]
Laura Simon

Police chase ends in fiery crash in downtown St. Louis, suspect flees

1 year 10 months ago
ST. LOUIS - A police chase began early Monday morning in the Metro East and ended in downtown St. Louis with a crash and a fire. Police are still searching for the driver of the car that authorities were chasing. According to officials, the pursuit began in Brooklyn, Illinois, and lasted ten minutes before ending [...]
Chris Regnier

DIY Holiday Gift Ideas to Make at Home

1 year 10 months ago
In the holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and connection with loved ones. Among the various traditions that mark this festive period, gift-giving stands out as a meaningful way to express appreciation and affection. While store-bought gifts are always an option, creating something unique and personal can carry even more significance. DIY gifts not only allow for creativity but also often come with a smaller price tag. Here’s a look at some engaging and thoughtful DIY holiday gift ideas that you can make right at home.Photo Gifts Photo Albums and Scrapbooks One of the most heartfelt gifts you can create is a personalized photo album or scrapbook. Gather your favorite photographs with the recipient and compile them into a beautiful album. You can enhance the experience by adding captions, memories, and decorative elements like stickers and washi tape. This thoughtful gesture not only showcases memorable moments but also provides a lasting keepsake. Custom Framed

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This Day in History: Unforgettable Moments in History: A Look Back at December 2nd Across the Ages

1 year 10 months ago
Welcome to another edition of This Day in History, where we take a fascinating journey through time and explore significant events that have shaped our world. Today, we’re focusing on December 2nd, a date that has witnessed a myriad of pivotal moments across various categories globally. From groundbreaking scientific advancements to cultural milestones, let’s dive into some of the most notable events that occurred on this day. One of the most impactful global events to occur on December 2nd took place in 1942 when the first controlled nuclear chain reaction was achieved. In a secret laboratory under the stands of Stagg Field at the University of Chicago, physicist Enrico Fermi and his team successfully initiated a self-sustaining nuclear reaction. This monumental achievement marked a significant milestone in the development of nuclear energy and weaponry, setting the stage for the future of atomic research and the subsequent use of nuclear power in both energy production

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