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EDWARDSVILLE - Metro-East Lutheran High School announced its second quarter Honor Roll lists. They can be viewed by clicking the link below: Metro-East Lutheran Honor Roll

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A hard-line faction of Republicans argued that a new effort to restore abortion rights shows the need to make it harder for voters to amend the constitution.

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) issued the following statement after Israeli Prime Minister publicly expressed opposition to a two-state solution in the Middle East : “Frankly, I’m appalled at Prime Minister Netanyahu rejecting a two-state solution in the Middle East, because that means he is effectively ruling out a sustainable, peaceful outcome in the long-term. The only viable path to lasting peace is establishing a Palestinian nation-state alongside Israel. Prime Minister Netanyahu is not only out of step with the majority of Israeli citizens, he is also flat-out wrong about what is needed to keep his country safe and secure in the future. I remain committed to doing everything I can to bring about a de-escalation of tensions in the region that ultimately brings about a two-state future that strengthens the safety of Israel, eliminates the threat posed by Hamas, stops the mounting death toll and finally ends the prolonged and continuing sufferin

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Mike Bost today signed an amicus brief in the U.S. Supreme Court case that will determine whether former president Donald Trump should remain on the ballot in Colorado. The brief, which was signed by 135 House Republicans, contends the Colorado Supreme Court superseded Congress’ role in removing a president from office. “President Biden talks a big game about defending democracy, but the reality is that the radical liberals are undermining the American people’s right to choose their president,” said Bost. “The Colorado Supreme Court’s decision to remove Donald Trump from the ballot sets a dangerous precedent that could be broadly used by a party in power to weaken the opposition. I am hopeful the U.S. Supreme Court will reverse this decision.” The full amicus brief in the case of Trump v. Anderson is attached .

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PEORIA – Today, Governor JB Pritzker highlighted the more than 5,800 preschool seats created in the first year of Smart Start Illinois. The Governor visited Rochester Elementary School and Peoria Heights Grade School, and yesterday visited Ellis Elementary School to highlight the program’s successes . Smart Start is Governor Pritzker’s transformative plan for early childhood education and care that represents the State’s ongoing commitment to children, families, teachers, and childcare providers. “As a longtime advocate for early childhood education and as a father, I know this work begins long before a child steps foot into a grade school classroom,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Quality early childhood care and education are vital for both working parents and their young children. That’s why my administration launched Smart Start, ensuring that every child in Illinois is set up for a lifetime of success.” “Every child

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EAST ST. LOUIS – Recognizing the role small businesses play in the community, State Senator Christopher Belt is hosting a small business town hall Wednesday, Jan. 24 at Wyvetter H. Younge Higher Ed Campus. “Small businesses are the backbone of our communities, and it’s important their voices are heard,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “By working together, we can explore solutions that will contribute to the continued success of these businesses.” The town hall will be held Jan. 24 from 6:30-8 p.m. at Wyvetter H. Younge Higher Ed Campus, Building D in the multipurpose room, located at 601 James R. Thompson Blvd. in East St. Louis. The event is in partnership with Woodstock Institute, Small Business Majority, Community Organization and Family Issues, and United Congregations of the Metro East. There will be presentations, conversation regarding access to credit and consumer protections and time for questions. Refreshments will be provided. For more information,

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WASHINGTON - Democratic lawmakers have introduced legislation aimed at protecting access to infertility treatments, such as in vitro fertilization, amid growing concern that anti-abortion bills may threaten access in some states. On Thursday, Illinois Sen. Tammy Duckworth and Pennsylvania Rep. Susan Wild plan to introduce the Access to Family Building Act, which would make it a statutory right for patients to access assisted reproductive technology, such as in vitro fertilization or IVF, continue treatments and retain authority over how sperm or egg cells are used during such treatments. “It will be in federal code that you have this right,” said Duckworth, who has been outspoken about her own experience using IVF to grow her family. IVF is a form of assisted reproductive technology in which eggs are fertilized by sperm cells in a lab and the resulting embryos transferred into a person’s uterus in hopes of leading to pregnancy. The new bill could supersede states’

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The St. Charles County Police are reporting that they are assisting the fire department with traffic control in response to a house fire in the Defiance area.

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today met with Judge Carlton Reeves, Chair of the U.S. Sentencing Commission, to discuss policy priorities for the upcoming sentencing guideline amendment cycle. During their meeting, Durbin encouraged the Commission to consider an amendment to the Guidelines Manual that would prohibit the use of acquitted conduct in applying sentencing guidelines. This potential amendment would align with Durbin’s bipartisan Prohibiting Punishment for Acquitted Conduct Act , which would preclude any federal court from considering acquitted conduct at sentencing, except for the purposes of mitigation. Durbin and Judge Reeves also discussed reframing provisions used for sentencing youth, including by strengthening the existing downward departure at sentencing on the basis of an individual’s age at the time of the offense. “The U.S. Sentencing Commission is tasked with the

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A man died Thursday afternoon after he suffered a medical emergency and drove his Jeep off the road in St. Louis County.

The most famous drag star in the U.S. is set to come to St. Louis — to talk literature. The St. Louis County Library Foundation will be hosting RuPaul on the book tour for his new memoir The House of Hidden Meanings, in which the drag queen discusses his rise to fame and growing up "Black, poor, and queer in a broken home to discovering the power of performance, found family, and self acceptance." He also shares the philosophy he's developed that allowed him to succeed over difficult circumstances.

When Mississippi Nights closed its doors on Jan. 19, 2007, St. Louis lost the club on which was built its reputation as a player on the national music scene.

Hush-a-Phone, Scissor Phones, One of the First Rotary Dial Phones – these are some of the telephones you’ll see at the Jefferson Barracks Telephone Museum. Housed in a restored 1896 […]

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A fiscal review finds the proposal lacks a mechanism for allowing state agencies to collect or deposit taxes and fees. Backers disagree.

GRANITE CITY – The Granite City Police Department has something to express pride about today as it announces a remarkable 15-percent decrease in overall crime rates. Granite City Chief of Police Nick Novacich said this positive trend is a testament to the dedicated efforts of law enforcement officers and collaborative initiatives within the community. The latest statistics reveal a substantial decline in various categories of criminal activity, reflecting the commitment of the police force to ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents. Specifically, crimes such as Burglary are down over 27%, Larceny and other theft-related offenses are down over 23%, and Drug/Narcotic violations saw a decline of over 23% this past year. During this same time frame, arrests for Weapons Violations and Animal Cruelty have increased, which is a direct correlation to the commitment of this department to reduce violent crimes and crimes against animals. The concerted efforts of officers, communit

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As 2024 is getting started, there is a renewed sense of anticipation, and it's exciting to think about the year ahead reviewing weed for you, dear reader. It makes sense to start with a company that has evaded my review radar, unintentionally, so it's a great time to kick off the new Gregorian calendar with a visit to the big blue machine: Cookies.

Green Door Art Gallery is pleased to partner with Bobby Lessentine, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones, in presenting Upon Further Reflection, a collection of oil and cold wax paintings by Mark […]

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The building was a total loss, the Granite City fire chief said.

Every year — on New Year’s Eve, July 4, when a sports team wins a championship — police and politicians practically beg people not to fire their guns into the air in celebration. In Kansas City, reports of shots fired go up when the NFL playoffs roll around. Meanwhile, a proposal to slightly strengthen the […]

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