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St. Louis Blues Will Honor CVPA Students, Staff Tonight

2 years 9 months ago
The St. Louis Blues will honor students and staff at Central Visual Performing Arts High School after a gunman killed a teacher and a student last month. Before Monday night's game against the Anaheim Ducks, two students from CVPA will sing the national anthem at the Enterprise Center. First responders, CVPA staff and students will hold the ceremonial puck drop.
Benjamin Simon

Colorado Gunman Used Same Style Rifle as St. Louis Shooter

2 years 9 months ago
The rifle used to terrorize a Colorado LGBTQ nightclub over the weekend was the same assault-style rifle used to carry out several mass shootings over the past decade — including last month’s shooting in St. Louis. Just before midnight on Saturday, Anderson Lee Aldrich entered Club Q in Colorado Springs and opened fire with an AR-15, killing at least 5 people and injuring at least 25 others.
Monica Obradovic

Spire expanding energy assistance program, see if you qualify

2 years 9 months ago
ST. LOUIS — Spire is expanding the eligibility requirements for its DollarHelp program and increasing it's total annual amount to help customers this winter amid inflation and rising costs. Customers with household incomes up to 300% of the federal poverty level (FPL) can qualify for the energy assistance starting Monday, November 21st. For Missouri customers, [...]
Tiffany Alaniz

Can I smoke weed in my yard in Illinois? It depends

2 years 9 months ago
(WTVO) — Cannabis has been legal in Illinois for going on three years, but many residents still have questions on where they can legally enjoy the plant. While it is illegally to smoke in public places, such as on a front porch, residents can enjoy marijuana on their private property, according to Block Club Chicago. [...]
Jack Baudoin

Meeting Set To Discuss Proposed Reconstruction Of Illinois 3 At West Delmar Avenue and Pierce Lane Project

2 years 9 months ago
COLLINSVILLE – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today it will hold an open house public meeting to discuss the construction sequencing for the proposed reconstruction of the Illinois 3 intersection at West Delmar Avenue and Pierce Lane in Madison County on Monday, Dec. 5. The meeting will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Ahlemeyer Atrium – TR 141, Trimpe Center, on the Lewis and Clark Community College campus at 5800 Godfrey Road. IDOT said the project involves replacing two signalized intersections with dual roundabouts. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss construction sequencing and answer any questions regarding access during construction. Handouts and display boards regarding the proposed improvement will be available for review. Representatives from IDOT and project consultants will be available to discuss the project and answer questions. The open forum meeting format provides interested individuals the opportunity to attend the meeting

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Jesse White Issues Reminder That The Driver's License And ID Card Expiration Extension Ends On Dec. 1

2 years 9 months ago
SPRINGFIELD - Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White is reminding the public that the extension of expiration dates for driver’s licenses, ID cards and learner’s permits is set to end on Dec. 1, 2022. White initiated the extension in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. To address the high customer volume caused by the pandemic, White’s office also expanded online renewals for expired driver’s licenses and ID cards and continues to mail letters to eligible customers. The letter provides driver’s license and ID card holders with a unique PIN to renew online instead of visiting a facility. Customers may call 217-785-1424 to confirm their eligibility for online renewal or to obtain their PIN. They may also visit ilsos.gov/renewaldlid/eligible.jsp to look up their eligibility status. White continues to encourage people to conduct other business online at ilsos.gov. In addition to driver’s license and ID card renewals for those who qualify, online services

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Red Cross: Keep An Eye On What You Fry This Thanksgiving

2 years 9 months ago
ST. LOUIS - Thanksgiving is one of the country’s top days for cooking fires, and the American Red Cross of Missouri and Arkansas encourages family chefs to follow simple steps to prepare the holiday feast safely. “Home fires are a real threat over the holidays and represent most of the Red Cross disaster responses locally and nationally,” said Beth Elders, Executive Director, Greater St. Louis Chapter, American Red Cross of Missouri and Arkansas. “Help keep your family safe by always keeping an eye on what you fry, testing your smoke alarms monthly and practicing your two-minute escape plan with everyone in your household.” COOKING SAFETY TIPS Follow these safety tips and visit redcross.org/fire for more information, including an escape plan to practice with your family. You can also download the free Red Cross Emergency and First Aid apps by searching “American Red Cross” in app stores. Never leave cooking food unattended. If you must

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