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Education Department admits it violated court order in Title IX cases

4 months 2 weeks ago
(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Education confirmed a whistleblower’s allegations that the agency violated a federal court order while handling Title IX cases tied to gender identity and sexual orientation, according to the U.S. Office of Special…
By Tom Joyce | The Center Square contributor

One Man Dies: Crash Destroys Two Vehicles Tuesday, June 9, 2026

4 months 2 weeks ago
ST. LOUIS COUNTY - A 36-year-old Villa Ridge man was killed, and a 56-year-old High Ridge man was injured Tuesday afternoon, June 9, 2026, in a two-vehicle crash on southbound Missouri 109 south of Niehoff Drive in St. Louis County, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol crash report. The crash happened at 2:03 p.m. on June 9, 2026, and was investigated by Sgt. M.G. Autenrieth and MCIU No. 2 Sgt. J.D. Cox of Troop C, the report said. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, a

Circus Flora celebrates 40th anniversary with 'Flying High'

4 months 2 weeks ago
The circus blends traditional circus acts, modern storytelling and original, live music for performances that have entertained local audiences for generations. But this year’s “Flying High” show transforms the red and white air conditioned tent into a high school, taking audiences back to the classroom.
Natalie Schaefer

New Rendering May Unlock Unidentified Male Human Remains Discovered in 2021

4 months 2 weeks ago
ST. LOUIS COUNTY - St. Louis County Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man whose partial human remains were found in South St. Louis County in 2021, authorities said Tuesday, June 9, 2026, after an artist’s rendering of the deceased was completed. The remains were discovered Nov. 27, 2021, near Green Park Road and Union Road, according to the St. Louis County Police Bureau of Crimes Against Persons. On Tuesday, police said the St. Louis County Medical Examiner’

‘What’s the alternative?’: US Sens. Cruz, Cantwell urge buy-in on college sports bill

4 months 2 weeks ago
WASHINGTON — A bipartisan pair of U.S. senators promoted their legislation Wednesday to set national standards for college athletes’ compensation, calling the compromise bill the best available option. GOP Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas and Democratic Sen. Maria Cantwell of Washington state — the top members of the Senate committee with jurisdiction over the matter […]
Shauneen Miranda

US House passes bill to combat ‘ghost’ federal student aid applicants

4 months 2 weeks ago
WASHINGTON — A bill to crack down on financial aid fraud passed the U.S. House on Wednesday.  The measure, which passed 249-172, would require the U.S. Department of Education to set up an identity fraud detection system for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, better known as FAFSA. Nearly 40 Democrats voted for the GOP-led […]
Shauneen Miranda

US House Dems urge Congress to increase protections for trans and diverse students

4 months 2 weeks ago
WASHINGTON — Democrats in the U.S. House on Wednesday called for greater protections for transgender and diverse students, criticizing congressional Republican and Trump administration efforts to dissolve diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. “Today I tell you, rain or shine, we’re standing up for Chicago,” Rep. Delia Ramirez of Illinois said at the early-morning press conference […]
Amelia Twyman

LAPD Apparently Has Its Own Internal Cop Gang Problem

4 months 2 weeks ago
The more things change, the more they remain the same. That could be said of anywhere in this country, now that the Trump administration is trying to turn the clock back to 1940, if not 1840. But it’s especially true in Los Angeles, where law enforcement agencies have apparently learned nothing, despite being the ignition […]
Tim Cushing

Invasive Hammerhead Worm Reported At Area Park

4 months 2 weeks ago
ST. LOUIS COUNTY - St. Louis County Parks and Recreation has announced it recently received a report of an invasive hammerhead worm at Cliff Cave Park in St. Louis County, warning visitors that the flatworm can harm the local ecosystem and pose risks to people and pets. The hammerhead worm, originally from Asia, preys on native earthworms, which are essential for healthy soil. Officials said the worms are usually seen after heavy rains and tend to hide under logs, rocks, and leaf litter. Hammerhead

Jerseyville Approves Road Closure For 2026 Fair Parade, Announces July 4 Events

4 months 2 weeks ago
JERSEYVILLE – Multiple events are coming up in Jerseyville later this summer, including the Jersey County Fair Parade, fireworks show, and a July 4 “Rock the Block” concert. A resolution for the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to close State Highway 67 for the Jersey County Fair Parade was unanimously approved by City Council members at their June 9, 2026 meeting. Mayor Kevin Stork said the closure will be in effect on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 from 5 to 9 p.m.,