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Now is the time to take down your Christmas tree, firefighters say
As the holiday decorations come down, fire safety officials are reminding homeowners of a hidden winter hazard: more than one third of Christmas tree home fires occur in January.
St. Louis Fire Dept. mourns death of firefighter
The St. Louis Fire Department is mourning the death of one of its firefighters.
Delmar recovery shows uneven path months after tornado
Nearly eight months after the May 16 tornado in St. Louis, recovery remains uneven, with two popular businesses along the edge of the Central West End soon closing.
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New CDC vaccine guidelines: These shots are no longer recommended for all children
The U.S. is changing which vaccines are recommended for children, slashing the number of shots endorsed for everyone and leaving more decisions in the hands of parents and pediatricians.
This Black-Owned Design Firm has Been Transforming St. Louis Communities for 45 Years
From St. Louis Public Radio: When Michael Kennedy Sr. took a Missouri board exam to obtain his architectural license in the 1970s, he did not realize it would mark the beginning of a lifelong career of creating change in communities through architecture and design. Kennedy established Kennedy Associates Inc. in 1980 in St. Louis, which […]
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Marching Tigers Represent Edwardsville in Prestigious London Event
EDWARDSVILLE - Edwardsville High School’s Marching Tigers traveled to London over winter break to perform in the London New Year’s Day Parade, showcasing their talents on an international stage. The trip, which took place during the holiday break, included visits to several historic sites across the city. Band directors Ryan Lipscomb and Dean Anderson led the group, which spent months preparing for the prestigious event. Victoria Voumard, Edwardsville High School’s
North St. Louis schools welcome students back for first time since tornado
Yeatman-Liddell Middle School, Washington Montessori Elementary and Beaumont trade school reopened Monday after restoration.
Imo’s at Aldi
Holiday Reflections: Time, Gifts, and Boxer Briefs
When do you stop saying Happy New Year?Because I feel like I’ve still got a few left in me before the statute of New Year’s limitations officially kicks in.First week…
Imo’s at Aldi
IDPH Urges Flu Shots, Other Preventive Measures as Influenza Rates Climb Statewide
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is urging residents to take precautions against the spread of influenza (flu) and other seasonal respiratory illnesses, as rates continue to climb across the state. Flu activity in the state has climbed to “Very High” in recent days, the most severe of five categories of respiratory illness activity, as defined by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In addition, COVID-19 rates have climbed
Board Meeting January 7, 2026
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NY Orders Apps To Lie About Social Media ‘Addiction,’ Will Lose In Court
New York Governor Kathy Hochul just signed a law that’s going to get expensive fast. The state’s new social media labeling requirement—S4505, courtesy of state Senator Andrew Gounardes—forces websites to slap unscientific warnings on their services claiming that features like algorithmic feeds and push notifications cause addiction. It’s compelled speech based on contested science, which […]
Push to appoint new St. Louis sheriff stays on pause
State and city officials who have sought power over the appointment agreed Monday to wait until the office is officially vacant.
5 dead, 87 injured in crashes over New Year's holiday: MSHP
he Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) says it responded to over 180 crashes, as well as multiple road deaths, over the New Year's holiday period.
Altonized Community Federal Credit Union Male Athlete Of Month: Southwestern Senior Excels in Soccer and Cross Country
PIASA - Southwestern senior Bram Buettel has distinguished himself both on the soccer field and in cross country, while maintaining strong academic performance, according to Coach Steve Mitchell. Buettel, a senior and team captain, played a versatile role in soccer, serving as a center midfielder and contributing both offensively and defensively. He is an Altonized Community Federal Credit Union Male Athlete of the Month for the Piasa Birds. Coach Mitchell described him as "a good athlete and
Water damage from burst pipe forces Jennings high school switch to virtual classes
Flooding caused by a burst water pipe at Jennings Senior High School on Dec. 22 continues to disrupt the school of 670 students.
St. Mary's Educator Named Most Inspirational Teacher in the Riverbend
ALTON - Karen Crites, a teacher at St. Mary’s Catholic School, was recently named the Most Inspirational Teacher in the Riverbend. The Boys and Girls Club of Alton hosted their annual Boots ‘n Bandanas fundraiser in November and declared Crites the winner of this prestigious award. Crites teaches social studies at the middle school level at St. Mary’s. Crites said she was “very surprised” when she learned her colleagues had nominated her and “shocked”
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