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(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. [...]

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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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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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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There’s some new infighting within the band Journey. New legal documents show Neal Schon is suing bandmate Jonathan Cain over a credit card. According to the Page Six, docs accuse Cain of opening up an Amex card through the company…

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This story was originally published by Investigate Midwest.  The Environmental Protection Agency is charged with protecting important waterways from pollution, but manure from concentrated animal feeding operations, or CAFOs, continues to harm waterways — and only one-third of the largest facilities have a federal permit. EPA permits require CAFO operators to tell the agency how […]

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1972 Fischer/Spassky: The Match, its Origin, and Influence celebrates the 50th anniversary of the American Robert “Bobby” Fischer’s historic win over the Russian Boris Spassky in the legendary 1972 World

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GODFREY - Lewis and Clark Community College has a Hike Through the Holidays on a quarter of a mile trail on campus planned from 5-9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays from December 2-23. Hiking Through the Holidays is a campus and community event developed by Lewis and Clark’s strategic efforts to build and support a transparent and inclusive campus culture. "We’re inviting our entire community to enjoy the beauty of our campus and share in the joy of the holiday season with us," Lewis and Clark Faculty Association President Debbie Witsken said. Parking is free and located behind the McPike Math and Science Complex. There is no cost for this family-friendly hiking adventure, which starts on the west side of campus, near the Andy Simpson Tennis Complex. Enter the trailhead through the tennis pavilion and follow the lights and signage. Meet Blazer the Newfie (L&C's Mascot) from 6 - 8 p.m. on Dec. 10, 17, & 23. Lewis and Clark Community College officials said that due to uneven

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Commission meets Monday to consider $353 million in tax increment financing for developments expected to add apartments, townhomes, shops, restaurants and offices. On Monday, the public can weigh in.

The day marks the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season at locally owned stores.

Celebrate the life and work of Dr. Jane Goodall, who braved the unknown to provide a remarkable window into humankind’s closest living relatives – chimpanzees.   On Oct. 7, the

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ALTON - Sophomore Kiyoko Proctor is starting right where she left off. After a successful 21-7 campaign as a freshman, a season that saw her play in all but one game, she's back at it again. Having led her team in scoring last season with 409 points (15.1 PPG average), she's already making a difference this year. Through the first two games of the 2022-23 season, she's scored 25 points, helping her team to back-to-back wins over Springfield Southeast (73-32) and Mater Dei (49-36). Her strong performance earned her All-Tournament honors and Tournament MVP. "I feel like I played really well as a point guard and I got my teammates the ball and also got my points up too," Proctor said after the win over Mater Dei Saturday night. She said that her team played well together and made a lot of good choices. "I feel like we played together, and we were really smart with the ball and patient. If one of our teammates did bad we helped them up." Proctor has big expectations this season.

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ST. LOUIS - City Museum is serving up a whole month of Winter Holiday fun, including larger-than-life light displays on the outdoor playground MonstroCity and in Architecture Hall, appearances by Steampunk Santa, Tacky Christmas celebrations in Beatnik Bob's, and much more. CIty Museum's holiday activities are free with general admission or a City Museum membership. Friendsgiving Trivia Night, Black Friday Sale & Extended Hours Kick off the holidays at City Museum with a Friends-themed trivia night on Wednesday, November 23 from 5 to 9 p.m Looking for a unique gift for the Holidays? Give the gift of unlimited adventures with a City Museum membership, on sale November 22-28 only. City Museum is open extended hours Thanksgiving week to give everyone more time to play: 11/21-11/22 10 am - 6 pm 11/23 10 am - 9 pm 11/24 CLOSED 11/27 10 am - 6 pm Misfit Holiday Bar Calling all misfits! From the window to the wall, City Museum has holiday cheer for all. Come explore the island

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