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Gas station and convenience store chain Circle K is offering big gas discounts for drivers today.

RED BUD, IL. — A community park in Red Bud has received a vibrant new lease on life. Thanks to a strategic partnership between the City of Red Bud and national design firm Farnsworth Group, Ratz Memorial Park now features a brand-new splash pad and upgraded amenities designed to bring families together and boost local tourism. The transformation was made possible through an Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, secured with the support of Farnsworth Group’s planning and engineering team. “The grant was of utmost importance; in fact, I don't think the project would have happened without the grant,” said Red Bud Mayor Susan Harbaugh recently, celebrating the park’s reopening. At the heart of the renovation is a 2,000-square-foot splash pad, one of the most requested features by local families. The zero-depth water play area is fully ADA-compliant and designed for children of all

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Coffee shops are selling iced lattes with multiple espresso shots in plastic buckets, with lids, straws and handles. Consumers are buying them.

CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 17 attorneys general and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, today called on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to remove burdensome restrictions on mifepristone, one of two drugs used in medication abortions. Raoul and the coalition submitted a filing presenting extensive evidence on the safety of medication abortion in their states as well as the burdens imposed by the FDA’s continued restrictions on mifepristone. In today’s filing (attached), Raoul and the coalition join and supplement a citizen petition filed with the FDA by Massachusetts, California, New Jersey and New York on June 5, urging the agency to eliminate unnecessary restrictions on this safe medication that make it much harder for patients to access medication abortions, particularly in rural and medically underserved areas. “The existing restrictions on mifepristone only serve to create unnecessary obstacles for patients

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Def Leppard made an appearance on NBC’s America’s Got Talent Wednesday night, treating the audience to a performance of their classic tune “Pour Some Sugar On Me.”The band later shared…

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Today on TAP: The real fraud here is the misuse of confidential government data.

From St. Louis Post-Dispatch: Jordan Hughes wasn’t too nervous when he was asked to make an appointment at Washington University a couple of weeks ago. An admissions counselor had sent an email saying he wanted to chat, to learn more about Hughes’ story, which had been featured recently in the Post-Dispatch. So Hughes, 26, was […]

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From ASA Midwest Council It can seem to take only a moment for a someone who was “doing fine” in the heat to suddenly find themselves barreling through the Heat-Related Illness symptoms. As a team, we need to be accountable to, look out for, and take care of each other – especially in the heat, […]

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BELLEVILLE — A 33-year-old woman from Mascoutah was struck and killed by a vehicle early Thursday morning, Aug. 21, 2025, in Belleville, police said. Officers from the Belleville Police Department responded at approximately 3:30 a.m. to a report of a pedestrian struck in the 900 block of South Greenmount Road. Upon arrival, officers and emergency medical personnel found the woman with life-threatening injuries. She was transported by ambulance to a nearby hospital, where she was later pronounced dead. The driver involved fled the scene before first responders arrived. Investigators are actively working to identify and locate the suspect vehicle and driver. Authorities are asking anyone who witnessed the incident or has information about the suspect vehicle to contact the Belleville Police Department at (618) 234-1212 or submit an anonymous tip to the Crime Stoppers hotline at (866) 371-TIPS (8477).

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GODFREY — Illinois American Water crews began emergency repairs Thursday morning, Aug. 21, 2025, on Tomahawk Lane in Godfrey, prompting a boil water order for residents in the affected area. The repairs, related to fire hydrant maintenance, started at 8:30 a.m. and are expected to last approximately five to six hours. During this time, residents may experience service interruptions or low water pressure, according to Illinois American Water. Officials advised that water used for drinking or cooking should be boiled for five minutes before use. However, water remains safe for bathing, washing, and other common activities. Landlords with water service accounts were urged to notify their tenants about the boil order promptly. Illinois American Water emphasized safety precautions, asking residents not to approach crews during the repair work. The utility will notify residents when the boil water order is lifted. For more information and to view a map of the affected area, resident

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A Florissant man will appear in court next month for allegedly using movie prop currency to buy goods in the Central West End.

Nordstrom is closing two locations, including one in the St. Louis Galleria, on August 24th and 26th, impacting 135 employees, and Dick's House of Sports will be replacing Nordstrom.

SPRINGFIELD — Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) called on the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to consider urgent approval of a potentially life-saving treatment for four-year-old Lottie Milburn, a Springfield child diagnosed with Sanfilippo Syndrome — a rare and fatal genetic disorder that affects the brain and spinal cord. In a letter to the agency , Budzinski encouraged the FDA to consider expediting its review of the resubmitted Biologics License Application (BLA) for Ultragenyx’s UX111 gene therapy. The treatment has shown promising results in clinical trials and offers new hope for families affected by Sanfilippo Syndrome. “Historically, BLA reviews can take up to six months — time that many families simply don’t have,” Budzinski wrote. “Acting swiftly to approve UX111 could save the lives of thousands of children who are running out of time.” She continued, “As such, I encourage the FDA to review the

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JACKSONVILLE — State Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) is pleased to announce the third winning entry in his 100th District Photo Contest. The winning photograph, captured by Kathy Caruthers of Waverly, will be proudly displayed in Rep. Davidsmeyer’s Springfield office at the Illinois State Capitol. The contest invited residents from across the 100th District to submit photographs reflecting the character and charm of the region. Submissions included images of local landmarks, scenic views, and moments of vibrant community life — all showcasing the district’s diverse beauty. Caruthers’ winning photo features a row of grain bins set against a backdrop of heavy clouds, capturing a familiar and timeless scene in rural Illinois. The image highlights the importance of agriculture in the region and reflects the quiet strength of the 100th District’s farming communities. It reflects the agricultural heart of the 100th District and the resilience

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Crown Ridge Tiger Sanctuary in Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, will permanently close this fall after more than two decades of caring for big cats.

HARDIN - The Calhoun County Fair promises a fun weekend of carnivals, pageants, tractor pulls and more fun, all with the goal of benefiting the Calhoun County community. Patrick Simon, president of the Calhoun County Fair Association, noted that the fair is a chance to bring families together and celebrate the county. He expressed his excitement to share the family-friendly fair atmosphere with residents of Calhoun County and beyond. “The Calhoun County Fair is the classic Midwestern American fair,” Simon said. “I feel like the county of 5,000 people grows to 10 or 15,000 when you get all of those people together. It is the classic Americana fair. Our motto at the Fair Association is to provide safe, affordable family fun, and that’s what we’ve really tried to do this year.” The fair kicks off on Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025, with a talent show at 7 p.m. and a 7:30 p.m. concert featuring Nashville headliner Jake Maurer and an opening performance

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