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ST. LOUIS COUNTY - The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports an accident on westbound Interstate 44 that happened at approximately 9:15 a.m. Sunday morning. Troopers report the right two lanes of WB I-44 near the 266 mile marker are closed due to a crash involving three tractor trailers. Mile marker 266 is west of the [...]

Several perks for Alaska are thrown out of the bill. Will the senior Senator from the state remain loyal?

A man, 21, from Ontario, Canada, driving a Ford Explorer, hit her car from behind around 11:50 p.m., according to the crash report

(Redfin) - Rents are high, and childcare is getting even more expensive. So, where can renters with children catch a break? Americans are having fewer children. A leading reason? Childcare is too expensive. In fact, 40% of families struggle to find an affordable option. The typical family spends between 9% and 16% of their annual income on full-day care for [...]

June 28th and 29th are dates that echo through the corridors of history. One of the most impactful events in global history associated with June 28th occurred in 1919, when the Treaty of Versailles was signed, officially ending World War I. The treaty was signed at the Palace of Versailles in France and marked a monumental moment in international relations. The agreement held Germany accountable for the war and imposed heavy reparations and territorial losses. While it aimed to secure lasting peace, the treaty’s harsh terms sowed seeds of discontent that would eventually contribute to the outbreak of World War II two decades later. This pivotal moment reshaped political boundaries and international diplomacy, influencing global affairs throughout the 20th century. Going back further, June 28th, 1389, is etched in history for the Battle of Kosovo, fought between the Serbian Prince Lazar and the Ottoman Empire under Sultan Murad I. This battle was significant in the expansion

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WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following statement after the Supreme Court heeded his call and ruled 5-4 in favor of maintaining the strength of the bipartisan First Step Act in Hewitt v. United States : “This is a win for criminal justice reform at the Supreme Court. “Our historic criminal justice reform law is a beacon for successful, smart-on-crime policies and continues to withstand the test of time. Congress wanted to make sure that sentencing reforms applied to all individuals subject to federal sentencing after the law’s enactment.” “I’m pleased that the Supreme Court rejected the Fifth Circuit’s faulty interpretation that would’ve narrowed the scope of our law, so that the First Step Act can continue making our justice system fairer and our communities safer.” Championed by Senators Durbin, Grassley, Booker, and Lee,

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WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) along with U.S. Senators Chris Murphy (D-CT), Chris Coons (D-DE), Peter Welch (D-VT), and Adam Schiff (D-CA) today introduced a resolution recognizing Tunisia’s leadership in the Arab Spring and expressing support for upholding its democratic principles and norms. Under the country’s current President Kais Saied, Tunisia has seen a recent backslide of the democratic gains made in the years following the Arab Spring. This includes a notable increase in arrests of political opponents and critics of his Administration. Specifically, the Senators’ resolution: Recognizes Tunisia as the symbolic birthplace of the historic Arab Spring movement and the country’s notable democratic reforms that emerged during that period; Commends the Tunisian people for their courage and democratic achievements made in the immediate years following the Arab Spring; Expresses deep concern for more recent reversals

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator and combat Veteran Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) this week questioned a recently-retired Veterans Crisis Line (VCL) responder about her experiences working at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) following the Trump Administration’s wrongful termination of VCL workers as part of their purge of the federal workforce. During the hearing, the former VCL responder shared that the Administration’s mass firings caused delayed services to Veterans, directly contradicting VA Secretary Doug Collins’ repeated claims that the VCL’s services to our nation’s heroes were not affected by the mass layoffs. Video of the Q&A exchange can be found on Duckworth’s YouTube . “It was extremely troubling to hear testimony that not only verifies Veterans Crisis Line services were, in fact, delayed by the Administration’s indiscriminate mass firings—but also that VCL employees did not receive proper guidance to ensure

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ST. LOUIS - St. Louis Language Immersion School’s (SLLIS) Superintendent was recently honored for extraordinary support of employees who serve in the National Guard and Reserves. Dr. Meghan Hill received a Patriot Award from Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), a United States Department of Defense Office, for her support of SLLIS Chief Operating Officer and Army Reserve Captain Dr. Anthony Graham. Dr. Graham nominated her for the honor because of her support for his duties with the military. Dr. Graham is involved in many different aspects of operations at SLLIS, helping recruit new international teachers to the school and getting them situated in their new home, which is an extensive process. Colonel Ed Gruetzemacher, Missouri ESGR Area 1 Chair, presented Dr. Hill with the award at a SLLIS school board meeting and thanked her for her support of the U.S. military. “There are many employers out there who make it hard for their employees to participate in

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WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) today met with the Israeli Ambassador to the U.S., Michael Leiter, to discuss the Israel-Iran conflict, particularly following President Trump’s decision to bomb three nuclear sites in Iran. They also discussed the need to release the remaining 50 Israeli hostages currently held by Hamas and the urgent need for a long-term humanitarian effort in Gaza. In addition to Durbin, U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Chris Murphy (D-CT), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), and Peter Welch (D-VT) also joined the meeting. “Amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, the continued holding of Israeli hostages by Hamas, and the larger uncertainty in the Middle East, particularly between Israel and Iran and now President Trump’s involvement, it was important to meet with the Israeli Ambassador,” said Durbin. “We discussed a variety of topics including the recent U.S. bombing of three Iranian nuclear sites and wha

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – On the three-year anniversary this week of the Dobbs decision overturning Roe v. Wade , U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) joined U.S. Senators Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) and Ron Wyden (D-OR) and their colleagues in condemning the Trump Administration’s recent rescission of guidance that reaffirmed hospitals and providers’ obligations under the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) to provide medically necessary emergency abortion care, regardless of where the patient lives. The letter, sent to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz, urges HHS to immediately reverse its decision to rescind this lifesaving guidance. “While EMTALA remains binding federal law, the rescission will create further confusion for hospitals and providers, especially in states with abortion bans, and will result in medically-necessary

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Most Missouri counties aren't testing mosquitoes for West Nile, state officials said, which makes experts worry.

ALTON - On a recent episode of “You’re Beautiful” with Brian Trust, Q shared his story of finding God and rebuilding his life after 30 years in prison. Q shared that he has made mistakes and experienced challenges in his life, but he believes “you grow through what you go through.” He spoke against judging others and encouraged people to put their trust in God. Above all, Q preached empathy. “I can’t sit and say who good people and bad people are,” he said. “Bad people usually become bad because at one point they were good and somebody took that away from them.” When he was released from prison, Q applied to over 300 jobs. He would be hired, then fired before he could start because employers would check his background. While the experience was discouraging at first, he used it as an opportunity to put his trust in God. Eventually, Q started his own business with his fiancé, and he couldn’t be happier

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O'FALLON — The O'Fallon Police Department announced that the annual fireworks event will be held Thursday, July 3, 2025, at dusk at the O'Fallon Family Sports Park, 301 Obernuefemann Road. The event offers family-friendly entertainment and brings together community members for an evening celebration. Officials advised that parking within the park is limited and encouraged attendees to review parking maps in advance to understand access points and traffic flow after the fireworks conclude. The O'Fallon Police said once parking lots reach capacity, the park will be closed to incoming vehicles to ensure safety and manage traffic. To maintain clear routes for emergency vehicles, parking will be restricted on certain streets surrounding the park. The O'Fallon Police Department urged visitors to bring food, drinks, and patience to help facilitate a smooth and enjoyable experience for all participants. The department is also working on improvements to the exit process following th

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First Mid Insurance Group is proud to announce their Senior Solutions division, which assists Medicare beneficiaries and seniors with their health insurance needs, received the 2024 Million Dollar Producers Award from Senior Marketing Specialists. In addition, they were recognized for impacting 1,019 lives in 2024 through service and sales to their customers. “This recognition is a meaningful reflection of the commitment of our Senior Solutions team to serving clients with integrity, care, and expertise—especially the seniors who rely on us in our communities,” said Clay Dean, CEO of First Mid Insurance Group. “We remain committed to helping individuals navigate their Medicare options with confidence and clarity. Our continued partnership with Senior Marketing Specialists is extremely valuable and we are grateful for the trust placed in us by both our clients and partners.” Senior Marketing Specialists works with nearly 10,000 agents nationwide. Receiving

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