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Roger Waters has been in the news a lot lately because of his views on the Russian invasion of Ukraine. But in case you missed it, in a recent interview with…

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Missouri lawmakers advanced a proposal Thursday that would give the governor the ability to strip the authority of any elected prosecutor to handle violent crime cases. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Lane Roberts, R-Joplin, would allow the governor to appoint a special prosecutor for five years if the number of homicide cases in any prosecuting […]

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A report from the Brookings Institution says that political podcasts have become steadily more popular over the past five years—and steadily more unhinged. The shows with the most lies false claims are the ones above the dashed line: Poor Sean Hannity. He only barely makes the cut. Steve Bannon is the Big Lie champion these ...continue reading "Chart of the day: The worst podcasts are also the most popular"

Days after a violent fight on the grounds of SkyZone in Fairview Heights, business owners have agreed on plans to increase security around the site.

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BUZZ MAGAZINE - February 1 kicked off the first day of the second-annual 'Love Illinois Local' campaign to highlight the need for the continued support of local independent businesses across the state. With 200-plus businesses and causes involved, the statewide membership encourages the public to shop locally during the tough months for small businesses. “Now is the time that local independent businesses can suffer,” said Illinois Local co-founder Gemma Long. “So, last year, we launched the first Love Illinois Local campaign, which runs February 1-14 and features a member and their business every day in an effort to remind communities to support local.” This year, members featured include, Smart Owl Coffee, Bailey Family Insurance, Jewelry by Rachel Lauer Thomas, FindingFlowerChild, Little Lincoln’s Toy Store, Lillian Geneva Boutique, The Strawberry Finch, Bobby Shaw Building and Remodeling, Luminary Counseling and Solutions, Rose Aesthetic & Wellness

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The woman caught on a Ring doorbell video terrorizing a south St. Louis family and damaging their property is now facing several charges.

Funeral arrangements have been announced for Michael “Mike” S. Sharp, age 57. Mr. Sharp died suddenly on Feb. 2 while recovering from injuries suffered during a fall. He was the husband of Shevaun McNaughton, marketing director of the architectural firm Oculus Inc. Mr. Sharp, who lived in Maplewood, worked for Window Nation. Born on May […]

REO Speedwagon’s Kevin Cronin is one of the rockers set to appear on Dolly Parton’s upcoming rock album, Rock Star, and he’s spilled the tea on the track they’ve recorded together.   While chatting with the Totally…

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German historian and philosopher Wilhelm Dilthey believed historicity identifies human beings as unique and concrete historical beings. It places each of us within the context of a time and space.

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Bruno David presents “Hours of Forever”, an exhibition of recent work by Ben Brough. This is the artist’s second solo exhibition with the gallery.   “Hours of Forever” is a

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The 2022 Photography Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Exhibition features photographic masterworks from the esteemed photographers who comprise the 2022 class of Hall of Fame Inductees and Awardees.  

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The International Photography Hall of Fame and Museum (IPHF) held a juried international photography contest, collecting submissions from talented artists from around the world. Famed sports photographer and 2018 Hall

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It would be harder — and more expensive — for the public to get access to some taxpayer-funded government records under legislation debated Thursday by a Missouri Senate committee. The bill, sponsored by Republican Sen. Andrew Koenig of Manchester, would permit government agencies to withhold more information from the public by creating new exemptions to […]

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According to court documents, St. Charles said a proposed cleanup agreement between the EPA and Ameren Missouri is "unfair and ignores substantial new data."

HARDIN - Two have been arrested after a traffic stop at 10:28 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023, on Illinois Route 100 near Godar Diamond, Calhoun County. Subsequent to an investigation, the driver, Carissa L Cawthon, age 39, of Kampsville, Illinois was arrested for the following offenses: Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle. Cawthon was arrested without incident and lodged in the Jersey County Jail. On February 2nd, 2023, the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office followed-up with the criminal investigation and executed a court-authorized search warrant at an apartment in the 700 block of Illinois Route 96 in Kampsville, Illinois. Subsequent to the execution of said search warrant, law enforcement officials discovered methamphetamine, controlled substances (Fentanyl) and drug paraphernalia. A second subject, Ricky D. Barnett, age 43, of Kampsville, Illinois, was arrested for the following offenses:

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On Saturday, February 11, Six Flags is kicking off a job fair for its 2023 season.

Four months removed from a remarkable retirement tour, St. Louis Cardinals legend Albert Pujols is staying busy with life outside of baseball.

Guests can choose from a Caviar Spaghetti or an Original Tre Amici Pizza.

EDWARDSVILLE – Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s School of Nursing (SON) has been awarded a $1,050,000 grant through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). The project focuses on recruitment of students and faculty with emphasis on diversifying the nursing workforce and retention of pre-nursing and nursing students. In addition, revision of the SON curriculum will ensure to prepare nursing students to practice in underserved areas. “Our team is enthusiastic about the opportunities this grant allows for our students and our profession,” said Angela Andrews, PhD, RN-BC, CNE, assistant professor and program director (PD). “We are excited about the collaboration that will be enhanced between departments at SIUE as well as with external school and clinical partners. This collaboration will strengthen student recruitment, retention, and improvements to the curriculum in areas of social determinants of health to better serve our

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