Pretty soon, if you're shopping at the Galleria and you get peckish, it will basically be a crime to head down to the food court. That's because one of St. Louis' favorite Thai restaurants is opening its doors just a short drive away. That's right: The King & I will be open at its new location at 8039 Dale Avenue in Richmond Heights come Wednesday.
Yes rocker Rick Wakeman’s career is being celebrated with a new box set, out now. The Prog Years 1973-1977 is a 32-disc, CD/DVD box set featuring Wakeman’s solo albums, including The Six Wives Of Henry VIII, Journey…
I don’t think I’ve ever had a story sent in to me more than Bill Willingham’s Substack/press release announcing that he was putting the Fables comic book property into the public domain, as part of a dispute he’s having with DC Comics. As of now, 15 September 2023, the comic book property called Fables, including […]
Designed for the world of hybrid work, Windows 11 can help you work more simply and seamlessly from anywhere. Windows 11 Pro also includes a number of productivity-focused features, such as the ability to snap multiple windows together and create custom layouts, improved voice typing, and a new, more powerful search experience. Personal and professional […]
EDWARDSVILLE — A man has been sentenced to 10 years in an aggravated DUI case. Madison County State's Attorney Thomas Haine made the announcement on Monday that Wayne A. Stayton, 41, of Collinsville, received the sentence at a hearing on Friday. The crash happened at about 4 a.m. on Feb. 23, 2018. In June, following a week-long trial, a jury convicted Stayton of aggravated DUI, finding that he was under the influence of cannabis when his pickup crossed the center line of U.S. 40 in Highland and crashed into a truck driven by Charlene Johnson, 45, of Highland. Witnesses at the trial included experts from Colorado, Florida and Chicago. “This prosecution involved highly scientific evidence and testimony from medical experts. This is an area of criminal law that continues to evolve,” Haine said. “In the end, the jury’s diligent analysis led them to the conclusion that this defendant chose to become impaired, then got behind the wheel – and in fact
Illinois Poison Center Offers Parents & Caregivers Suicide Prevention Resources, Ways to Mitigate Risk During Suicide Prevention Awareness Month CHICAGO – Suicide is a leading cause of death in the United States, and the 3 rd leading cause of death among youth ages 10-19 in Illinois. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. With the school year underway for Illinois students, the Illinois Poison Center (IPC) is offering tips to teachers, parents, and caregivers to help prevent suicide attempts. “Suicide attempts by overdose rise during the back-to-school period and throughout the school year,” said IPC Medical Director Michael Wahl, M.D. “For some students, going back to school appears to trigger stress and anxiety, making it even more important that teachers, parents and caregivers are on the lookout for behavioral changes.” According to the latest Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) data, 186 Illinois youth and young adults
FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that the the right lane in both directions of Interstate 64 from 0.2 miles west of Illinois 157 to 0.3 miles west of Greenmount Road will require intermittent daytime lane closures beginning, weather permitting, Wednesday, Sept. 20, through Thursday, Sept. 21. Work will be suspended between the hours of 6-9 a.m. on the westbound lanes and 3-6 p.m. on the eastbound lanes. The lane closures are necessary for the evaluation of pavement conditions. Drivers are urged to reduce speed, be alert for changing conditions, obey all signage, and refrain from using mobile devices while approaching and traveling through the work zone. For IDOT District 8 updates, follow us on Twitter at @IDOTDistrict 8 or view area construction details on IDOT’s traveler information map on GettingAroundIllinois.com
Sometimes I like to highlight deceitful charts. Other times I highlight misleading ones. It's rare to find a chart that's completely useless, but that's what the Wall Street Journal has on its front page today: What is this even supposed to mean? How can you interpret it unless you know what percentage of jobs come ...continue reading "Public sector jobs are lagging way behind the private sector"
JERSEYVILLE - Four individuals are facing various battery charges in Jersey County, including two who were also charged with mob action. Recent court filings indicate these batteries took place across a two-day span from Sept. 8 to Sept. 9. Casey C. McGee, 24, of Jerseyville, was charged with one count of aggravated battery in a public place and one count of mob action. According to court documents, McGee allegedly struck someone in the face at the Jerseyville MotoMart on Sept. 8. with a set of plastic brass knuckles. McGee was additionally charged with one count of mob action; court documents allege he “disturbed the public peace in that he, while acting together with” Timothy D. Sunderland, 25, of Jerseyville, committed the battery. According to Illinois law , someone commits “mob action” by engaging in “the knowing or reckless use of force or violence disturbing the public peace by two or more persons acting together and without authority
ALTON - Student disciplinary hearings will begin this week for students who were involved in last month’s altercations at Alton High School. On Aug. 30, Alton High School was put on soft lockdown following multiple student fights on school grounds. School officials implemented virtual learning for a few days and placed restrictions on student attendance at athletic events. When students returned to in-person classes on Sept. 6, they were met with new policies and procedures , including concealed weapons detection systems and an increased law enforcement presence on campus. Today, Sept. 18, the Alton Community Unit School District #11 Board of Education will begin disciplinary hearings for students who were involved in the altercations. Several Special Board of Education Meetings are scheduled this week “to conduct closed sessions for the purpose of student discipline hearings,” according to a public notice. Each meeting will begin in open session with
Alan Williams, 41, was set to face trial this week on multiple charges for killing Darius Houston in the parking lot of the Greater St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church.
A prominent personal injury attorney was charged with felony assault on Friday for allegedly attacking a man who was with his estranged wife. According to police, John Wilbers sat in his wife's car in Maplewood "waiting for her to show up" on Friday.
Marc Maron has a long history with St. Louis. The Los Angeles-based comedian has been touring comedy clubs for years, and he always makes time to stop in St. Louis and enjoy all that we have to offer. He also has a special relationship with our town because he’s had a long-time obsession with ice cream from Clementine’s Creamery.
River Benders’Acapella Chorus Show with Guest Quartets Hits Stage The River Blenders Chorus will present a spectacular 4-part acapella show in the Kirkwood High School Keating Theater on Saturday, Oct 21 at 3:00 pm! The Saturday Afternoon LIVE! Show will deliver the River Blenders Chorus’ signature harmonies and comedic skits inspired by Saturday Night […]
The New Jewish Theatre Announces Its 2024 Season The New Jewish Theatre has announce its 2024 season, which is also its 26th season of producing professional plays and musicals at the J. The season celebrates some of the New Jewish Theatre’s most beloved playwrights while also bringing new works to St. Louis audiences with two […]
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