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Sterling K. Brown is nominated for Best Supporting Actor for his role in "American Fiction."

House Bill 2344 would cap the salaries of superintendents to an amount no greater than five and a half times the salary of a first-year teacher.

I don’t think I’ve ever had so many people send me a “Streisand Effect” story as the one about a small town having nearly every copy of a newspaper stolen. Many people assumed that the culprit who stole the papers did so to try to perhaps protect the perpetrators of a sexual assault (or possibly […]

Humans of St. Louis is turning ten years old this year and is celebrating with a big milestone: a novel of shared stories.

“I just can’t sit by any longer and allow them to continue to snow the voters,” said Holly Thompson Rehder, a Sikeston Republican who is running for lieutenant governor.

John Gaal saved a man's life on a Southwest Airlines flight. He fought to have the airline add Narcan to all its planes. And he just won.

A previously convicted felon faces new charges for drug trafficking and illegal possession of a firearm.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Pat McCroy, the national co-chair of No Labels and former governor of North Carolina, recently announced the organization has called for a Department of Justice investigation into threats made against members of No Labels. No Labels recently held a press conference to announce the investigation request, which McCroy explained in further detail on an episode of Our Daily Show! on Riverbender.com . “We had the press conference to announce that we’re asking the U.S. Justice Department to investigate groups, coordinated groups that are working we think allegedly in an illegal manner to stop No Labels - and frankly, other groups - from having a chance to give voters an opportunity to have another choice on the ballot,” McCroy said. “We think this is as important as taking away someone’s right to vote … what they’re trying to do is deny access to a ballot verbally and threatening not only people associated with No Labels,

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From the Grateful Dead and Harry Potter to Shark Week and Sesame Street, there's something in the lineup for everyone.

One St. Louis County councilman is pushing for stronger police enforcement and more citations over expired temp tags.

OSHA has announced the publication of the OSHA Workplace Mental Health Fact Sheet – available in English and Spanish: Click to download sheets: English Workplace Mental Health (osha.gov) Spanish Salud Mental en el Lugar de Trabajo (osha.gov) Recognizing the importance of mental health well-being in the work environment, the fact sheet is designed to equip […]

Bob Somerby takes me to task today for posting a clip of Donald Trump that he says is grossly misleading and dishonest. I don't agree. The Biden campaign's snarky summary is fairly conventional Twitter abridgment and the video is right there for anyone who wants more. It wouldn't pass muster in a PhD dissertation, but ...continue reading "The United States is one of the world’s great problem solvers"

Metallica's Kirk Hammett has recreated another one of his beloved guitars in collaboration with Gibson. The latest instrument is based on Hammett's 1989 Gibson Les Paul Custom, which he notes was…

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Developers seeking incentives in the city of St. Louis will have to be current on taxes and other utilities under a new bill before the Board of Aldermen.

ST. LOUIS -- The American Association of Orthodontists is concerned about the social media trend of "mewing." The practice involves specific tongue placement to reshape the jawline to improve facial aesthetics. The therapy is unregulated and lacks scientific evidence. Orthodontists say it poses risks including dental issues (like loosening teeth, misaligned bites, and tooth wear), [...]

GRANITE CITY - Joseph J. Nappier, 24, of Granite City, was charged with one count of domestic battery after attacking a household or family member with a knife on Jan. 12, 2024. Nappier has previously been convicted of violating orders of protection, according to Madison County court documents. According to a petition to deny Nappier’s pretrial release, the victim reported Nappier “became intoxicated and aggressive” before he pushed them into a wall, causing them to cut their head. A witness reported “attempting to intervene in the attack and the defendant brandishing a knife. She was cut on the hand trying to stop the defendant from attacking .” The victim in this case also told officers she was concerned Nappier “is going to kill her.” “Bethalto PD reports multiple calls to this residence for OP violations, disorderly conduct and disturbances involving the defendant,” the petition states, adding Nappier is currently on

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EDWARDSVILLE — The Madison County Chief Assessment Office is announcing that property tax-saving exemption renewal applications for the 2024 tax year are now available. Chief County Assessment Officer Denise Shores is reminding property owners to fill out their renewal forms, which include: Persons with Disabilities Standard Homestead for Veterans with Disabilities Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption Exemptions are savings that contribute to lowering a homeowner’s property tax bill. If homeowners are unsure of their existing exemptions, they can check by reviewing their exemption history under the Real Estate Assessment/Tax Information Look-up. The information shows when the property owner requested the exemption, when it was first granted and the renewal date. Applications for those who need to reapply or new homeowners or first-time applicants are available on Madison County’s website at https://www.madisoncountyil.gov/departments/chief_county_assesment_office/available_exemptions.php

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Food & Wine asked 10 chefs to suggest dishes for beginning chefs. Their answers are inspiring, mostly.

WOOD RIVER - The Alton Community Service League (ACSL) will celebrate Valentine’s Day with a wine-tasting fundraiser on Feb. 10, 2024. The proceeds will go to organizations in the community supported by ACSL. From 3–5 p.m., attendees can enjoy alcoholic and nonalcoholic wines, a Valentine’s Day gift basket raffle, a Valentine's Cart for kids raffle, a 50/50 drawing and more at the Wood River Moose #1349, located at 730 Wesley Drive in Wood River. Olive Oil Marketplace will also be onsite offering samples, and attendees can try a variety of wines throughout the evening provided by Republic National Distribution Company of Illinois. Tickets cost $20 and all of the money will go toward the ACSL grant program, which benefits local organizations and nonprofits. “The league is all about supporting the community we live in,” said member Cora Miller. “We love it. We enjoy it. We get a lot of gratification out of helping others. Our biggest effort

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Stofan Agazzi Investments was previously affiliated with LPL Financial and has moved to St. Louis-based Stifel Independent Advisors LLC with its seven advisers and $650 million in client assets.