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O'FALLON - Water does your body good. In fact, it is the best choice for your body. As we head into the middle of summer, medical providers at Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) locations in the region want to remind everyone of the importance of staying well-hydrated. Kayla Barnes, RD, LD, registered licensed dietitian, said, “Water is a vital nutrient that all people need to survive. It helps maintain physical health and mental acuity, as well as overall appearance. Drinking enough water daily can have a positive effect on your life.” Benefits of drinking water About 60% of the body is made up of water. It regulates body temperature, lubricates and cushions joints and protects organs. Cells need water to transport nutrients. Wastes and toxins are flushed out through sweat, urine and bowel movements—all of which require water. Drinking enough water can also affect mental health. Being well-hydrated provides what a person needs to stay alert, focused and

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Her talk with the St. Louis American covered self-care, the importance of honoring textured hair, and the insecurities she had as a young teen.

EDWARDSVILLE — The following statement regarding the Illinois Supreme Court’s opinion on the SAFE-T Act is attributable to Madison County State’s Attorney Tom Haine and Sheriff Jeff Connor: “We are disappointed by the Supreme Court’s decision, and respectfully disagree with it. But our constitutional structure gives our Illinois Supreme Court the final say in interpreting our State Constitution, and we will continue to uphold and follow its decisions. Thankfully, due to diligent work over the past months and years, Madison County will be prepared for the Sept. 18, 2023 implementation ordered by the court, and will be coordinating the local law enforcement community toward that task in the weeks ahead. While rules may change, the commitment of our offices will not: We will always fight for victims of crime and strive to protect our community from lawbreakers.” “We are proud at least that the bipartisan litigation against the SAFE-T Act has given

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SPRINGFIELD – Illinois State Police (ISP) is saddened by the passing of former ISP Director and federal judge, James Zagel, at the age of 82. A former prosecutor with the Cook County State’s Attorney and Illinois Attorney General, Judge Zagel served as Director of the Illinois State Police from 1980 to 1987, one of the longest tenures of any Director in ISP history. Judge Zagel’s impressive career spanned nearly 60 years, ending with his appointment to the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois being nominated by President Ronald Reagan. Zagel led the ISP through a period of modernization, rebranding the agency from the Department of Law Enforcement to the Department of State Police and is credited with establishing an enduring culture of ethical and professional law enforcement that continues today. A brilliant lawyer, jurist and visionary, under Zagel’s watch, ISP was the first state police agency in the country to be accredited

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Lion Forge Entertainment, recently rebranded from the former Lion Forge Animation, hired Sperber for her new role in March.

KAMPSVILLE - On Friday, July 14, 2023, the Calhoun County Sheriff's Office received information on the whereabouts of a known fugitive, reported to be staying at a residence on North St. Louis Avenue, Kampsville in Calhoun County. On Saturday, July 15, 2023, Calhoun County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted a "knock and talk" at the aforementioned residence and subsequent to an investigation, Joseph C. Bailey, 40, of Kampsville, Illinois, was arrested on the following outstanding warrants: St. Clair County Felony Warrant - Criminal Sexual Abuse/Force, Greene County Warrant - Contempt of Court. Bailey was arrested without incident and transported to the Greene County Jail. The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office said it would like to thank the concerned citizens who came forward with information that assisted in the apprehension of this suspect. All suspect(s) are innocent until proven guilty.

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The law surrounding vanity license plates is unsettled, to vastly understate the reality. There’s no consensus across states, much less federal jurisdictions. Every government seems to have its own idea about what’s offensive and what isn’t, as well as its own take on whether a personalized plate is government speech or merely the expression of […]

NSBE is developing a collective effort with area colleges and universities to push STEM into early childhood development.

This fun, interactive class features all things daiquiri!   Held at the Pennydrop Bar + Kitchen inside The Pennywell St. Louis Downtown, the $20 class includes a tasting of three

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The search continues for three suspects accused of shooting and killing a gas station clerk.

The litany of honors earned by IBEW/NECA Electrical Connection contractors in the Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Missouri Keystone Awards is growing. The joint-venture team of TD4, LLC, and Guarantee Electrical Co. (TD4/GECO) was named a finalist in the 2023 AGC Construction Keystone Awards for its work on the 164-year-old St. Louis civic treasure – […]

CBP released border encounter numbers for June today, and they're down a lot from last month: The June decline is fairly typical for the start of summer, so there's no telling yet if it's temporary or not. Of the 145,000 border encounters in June, about 45,000 were asylum requests and 100,000 were attempts to cross ...continue reading "Raw data: Illegal immigration is down in June"

The man had no way to get himself out as his head and chest were covered in around 15 inches of water, the Gerald-Rosebud Fire Department said.

Severe weather on the East Coast has created travel headaches, delays, and cancelations. Some stranded passengers were hoping to get to St. Louis Lambert International Airport on Tuesday.

The St. Louis Cardinals have activated outfielder Tyler O'Neill from the injured list and plan to use him in a starting role immediately, pushing Dylan Carlson out of a starting spot and creating another log jam in the outfield.