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This week New York magazine has a long profile of Ta-Nehisi Coates that reminds once again of why I'm puzzled that he's held in such extraordinary esteem. It all started with "The Case for Reparations," his first big hit, which struck me as sort of a bloated term paper mostly cribbed from Wikipedia—and which fizzled ...continue reading "The miseducation of Ta-Nehisi Coates"

Local police wives are stepping up to support the family of the St. Louis officer who was struck and killed on Interstate 70 Sunday.

Polling practices have changed significantly over the past two decades, especially with the decline of landline usage.

What are Kamala Harris's economic plans? For that matter, what are Donald Trump's? To start, we can assume Trump has ordinary Republican opinions and Harris has ordinary Democratic opinions. Beyond that, here are their specific major proposals: Trump Harris Taxes Extend 2017 tax act 20% tariffs across the board Reduce corporate tax rate Tax-free Social ...continue reading "Trump vs. Harris on economic policy"

LINCOLN, Neb. — The Republican push to change how Nebraska awards its Electoral College votes and boost former President Donald Trump ran into political reality Monday as a key lawmaker, State Sen. Mike McDonnell, announced he won’t support the change. McDonnell, of Omaha, said he had heard from people passionate about the issue who live […]

5 On Your Side spoke with Lee's family, remembering the man they loved while calling for changes to protect officers on dangerous highways.

Washington and St. Clair Co. residents are eligible for federal assistance to cover the cost of home repairs and temporary housing following flash flooding in July.

A St. Louis Circuit Court judge sentenced a man on Monday after city prosecutors reached a plea agreement in a 2023 murder case with the man's attorney.

Yelloh, the frozen food delivery company formerly known as Schwan’s Home Delivery, will shut down in November.

The FBI released full-year crime figures for 2023 today, and officially they say murder was down 11.6%. However, if you look at the murder rate, it's down 12.3%. The Crime Data Explorer has also gotten a makeover and now shows crime figures monthly: (The 2021 figures are grayed out because they're unreliable.) All the numbers ...continue reading "The murder rate dropped 11-12% in 2023."

A case that will determine whether Missouri can continue restricting adolescents’ access to gender-affirming care began Monday in Cole County Circuit Court. The plaintiffs — which include transgender minors, gender-affirming care providers and loved ones — will argue that medical treatments for gender dysphoria are “safe and effective,” attorney Omar Gonzalez Pagan said in opening […]

ALTON — The Alton Police Department has issued a traffic advisory for drivers due to ongoing road construction on U.S. Route 67 between 10th Street and Godfrey Road. The advisory, released Monday, Sept. 23, 2024, urges motorists to expect delays and plan their routes accordingly. The Illinois Department of Transportation is overseeing the construction, which aims to improve road conditions and enhance safety for all users. The Alton Police Department emphasizes the importance of driving cautiously and obeying all posted signs and directions from construction personnel. "Everyone's safety is our priority," the Alton Police Department stated. Police officers will be present in the area to monitor traffic and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Motorists are also reminded to refrain from using cell phones while driving, as this will be strictly enforced by law enforcement officials.

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BENTON – A Florida woman was sentenced to three years in prison by a Southern Illinois judge after admitting to scamming her Cahokia Heights grandmother out of more than $300,000. Tanya M. Aboseada, 39, of Pompano Beach, Fla., pleaded guilty to 12 counts of wire fraud in May 2024. “Seniors are warned to avoid giving money to strangers who may be looking to take advantage of them, but it’s a different kind of deceit when criminals target their own elderly family members,” said U.S. Attorney Rachelle Aud Crowe. “I appreciate our partnership with the FBI to bring justice for the grandmother, who was simply wanting to help her grandchild she thought was in need.” According to court documents, Aboseada convinced her grandmother, who resides in Cahokia Heights, Illinois, to wire money into her bank account under false pretenses on at least 12 occasions between November 2021 and August 2022. Aboseada admitted to lying about various needs, including

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