The votes are in! By early afternoon on Tuesday, Russia’s state news media had reported what it described as preliminary results showing gigantic levels of support for joining Russia. The RIA state news agency reported votes of 98.19 percent in favor in Zaporizhzhia and 96.97 percent in Kherson in the south, and 97.91 percent in ...continue reading "Eastern Ukraine votes overwhelmingly to show its love for Vladimir Putin"
Foo Fighters guitarist Chris Shiflett has opened up regarding the response to drummer Taylor Hawkins' death. In an interview with The Plug podcast, Shiflett takes aim at "yahoo[s] on Twitter"…
A Vinita Park, Missouri man appeared in federal court Tuesday to be sentenced for stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars over several years from box store retailer Home Depot.
The outdoor event and gathering space will feature a pavilion, LED screen and stage, and be surrounded by sit-down restaurants with patios, a brewery, social hall and beer garden.
In the months of September, October, and November we offer a two-hour walking tour of the cemetery and arboretum as the foliage transitions through the
Fontbonne is one of several local universities in recent weeks to announce enrollment growth in their freshman classes as they’ve started their academic years.
Something new appears to be brewing with Bruce Springsteen. Over the last day or so, Springsteen has posted two mysterious, uncaptioned photos on his social media sites, prompting speculation that…
WASHINGTON — Congress is on track to approve billions in funding this week to help offset rising home heating and cooling costs as well as boost aid for communities recovering from natural disasters. The package, unveiled overnight, would provide $2.5 billion in assistance for the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire that scorched much of New Mexico […]
GODFREY – Lewis and Clark Community College Athletics is inviting the community to enjoy two days of soccer and family fun on Friday and Saturday. The first-held Tailgate Weekend kicks off at 1 p.m. Friday at Tim Rooney Stadium on L&C’s Godfrey campus, as the Trailblazer men’s team hosts Lincoln Trail. The women follow at 3 p.m. Both events will offer concessions, halftime giveaways and a 50/50 raffle. Admission is free. Saturday’s Tailgate Weekend festivities begin at 11:30 a.m. with a bounce house sponsored by Trailblazer Commons and music by guest DJ “Big Bill.” There also will be face painting for children, done by students of L&C Art Program Coordinator Angela Hung. Trailblazers soccer action starts at 2 p.m., with the men taking on Jefferson College. L&C Athletic Director Cedric Brown said the event is designed to showcase Trailblazers athletics. “This inaugural Trailblazer Tailgate Weekend is an event we hope to share with the
There's a little-known practice in the U.S. known as “gooning.” Brawny men show up under the cover of darkness and force a teenager into a vehicle, taking them against their will to a boarding school, foster home or treatment center.
Lawmakers say bathing the governor’s mansion in orange light for ‘Hunger Action Month’ doesn’t make up for the state’s handling of summer meals program for low-income children.
Judges have plenty of power, especially local judges who can run their jurisdiction as they see fit without fearing too much pushback from higher courts, residents, or area law enforcement. Judge Steven Privette is the presiding circuit court judge in Howell County, Missouri, home to around 40,000 Missouri residents. Privette is currently facing some controversy […]