Back in March, Hawaii state Sen. Chris Lee introduced legislation urging the U.S. Congress to consider the benefits and risks of artificial intelligence technologies. But he didn’t write it. Artificial intelligence did. Lee instructed ChatGPT, an AI-powered system trained to follow instructions and carry out conversations, to write a piece of legislation that highlights the […]
WOOD RIVER - The William M. BeDell Achievement and Resource Center (arc) will host its 42 nd annual dance and auction on Saturday, October 21, from 7:00 to 11:00 pm. The event will take place at the Knights of Columbus Hall at 1713 Stamper Lane in Godfrey. Board member, Shirley Weidman, has organized the dance since 1980 as the primary fundraiser for the agency. Weidman continues to be involved in planning the dance. Tickets to the dance are $25.00 per person. Fried chicken, beer and soda will be provided. Those who attend are free to bring appetizers, side dishes or dessert. Entertainment will be provided by DownRight DJs. According to arc Executive Director, Chad Rollins, funds from the dance and auction will be used to purchase a new van to transport disabled individuals to the Community Day Services Program, community events and medical appointments. He said, “In addition to the fundraising component of the event, we look forward to the dance in a communal sense. Ou
Companies around Missouri have been required to store nearly 63,000 recalled cannabis products since early August.
But if they want to destroy that product, they can now consult with state cannabis regulators about how to do it, after a Sept. 29 hearing on the recall was postponed until at least December.
Licensed cannabis businesses may not take action on the recalled product without permission for the state, said Lisa Cox, spokeswoman for the agency that oversees the state’s cannabis program,…
EDWARDSVILLE – A portion of South Brown Avenue was closed to all traffic on Monday, October 9, until further notice because of a collapsed sewer. The closure affects South Brown Avenue between Wolf Street and Logan Place. Drivers in that area must use alternate routes. The stretch of road is slightly northeast of the Lewis & Clark Community College N.O. Nelson Campus. The City appreciates the cooperation of all residents as the repairs are being made and apologizes for any inconvenience. Please contact Public Works at (618) 692-7535 with any questions.
This is a lone sailboat in the late afternoon, taken from the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. There's nothing very special about this picture, but I'm accustomed to taking pictures of the Pacific Ocean, where I'm generally shooting into the sun. On the Atlantic coast you're shooting away from the sun, which certainly produces much deeper blues ...continue reading "Lunchtime Photo"
URBANA — Illinois food growers, distributors, and activists voiced solutions for creating a more resilient and equitable food system in Illinois: support for growers and producers of all experience levels, investment in education and marketing strategies, and advocacy engagement to secure more funding. More than 300 people involved in Illinois’ food network met in 30 listening sessions hosted this spring by University of Illinois Extension as part of the $28 million Local Food Purchasing Assistance program. LFPA, a new federally funded program in 2023, is an opportunity to invest in food production and procurement in Illinois. Around 95% of the food consumed in Illinois is purchased outside the state, according to the latest data available from the Illinois Local and Organic Food Farm Task Force. “The need for infrastructure investments in Illinois was mentioned in nearly every listening session as a necessary step to improve the state’s food system,”
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared on Monday that Israel's fierce offensive against Hamas in the Gaza Strip has “only started.” Netanyahu delivered the pronouncement in a nationally televised address as Israel pressed ahead with a third day of heavy airstrikes in Gaza following Hamas' unprecedented and deadly incursion into Israel. “We have only started [...]
JERSEY COUNTY - The Jersey County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) has requested the public’s help in identifying a suspect in a series of burglaries that occurred the week of Sept. 25, 2023. The sheriff's office said in the early morning hours of Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023, JCSO deputies responded to a burglary alarm call at Bawana’s bar and grill on Highway 100 in Fieldon. Upon arrival, deputies found that someone forced entry into the building and burglarized it, stealing money and other items. Subsequent investigation revealed that a similar burglary occurred in Madison County on Clifton Terrace Road. During the early morning hours of Monday, Sept. 25, 2023, Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) deputies responded to that burglary and obtained video of the suspect. The JCSO is releasing photographs of the suspect and clothing in hopes of obtaining information from the public that will assist with the ongoing investigations. If you have any information
MADISON, Ill. -- Police have a serious warning about overdoses laced with some humor. They have seen an increase in fentanyl overdoses. Madison Police posted this message to their Facebook page. "Within the past couple of weeks, Madison has had an increase of fentanyl overdoses. Most commonly, the users went to use meth and later [...]
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $1.55 billion for Monday night's drawing after no one matched the game’s six numbers for the giant prize Saturday. The $1.55 billion prize is for a sole winner who is paid through an annuity, with annual checks over 30 years. Most jackpot [...]
Roger Waters took the stage at London’s Palladium on Sunday, October 8, to perform The Dark Side of the Moon Redux, his recently released reimagining of Pink Floyd’s classic album, but it turns…
Scenes from 2023 Florissant Fall Festival: Florissant Valley Fire district demonstration, a resting stop on rue St. Francois, the Chaulk Wall for leaving names and messages, and a view looking up hill from the packedrue St. Francois. Perfect Fall weather made the day even more enjoyable for the always large crowd for this event
Gov’t Mule will be celebrating their 30th anniversary next year, and no surprise, they'll be doing it on the road. The band just announced dates for their 30 Years Strong Tour, marking…
The newly appointed dean at WashU's business school, Michael Mazzeo, sat for an interview with the Post-Dispatch to talk about teaching, baseball and the joy of business.
The St. Louis Cardinals plan to be “aggressive” in returning to the club’s winning ways in 2024, with plans to increase payroll even as the club budgets for a decrease in revenue next season, President Bill DeWitt said.
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