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Missouri Supreme Court reviews voter ID mandate, ban on paid registration efforts
The Missouri Supreme Court must decide if voters need government-issued ID cards and whether people trying to register new voters can be paid. The judges on Wednesday heard a pair of cases arising from a 2022 law that also established two weeks of early voting before each election. If the high court throws out the […]
Missouri Supreme Court hears arguments over Trump-inspired voting rules
The Republicans rules were approved in response to President Donald Trump's debunked claims of election interference in 2020
Grant Litteken Named New City Administrator Of O'Fallon
O’FALLON, IL. — Grant Litteken, M.P.A., ICMA-CM, has been confirmed as the new City Administrator of O’Fallon, IL., following a unanimous vote by the O’Fallon City Council on Monday, Nov. 17, 2025. Mayor Eric Van Hook appointed Litteken, who brings more than 14 years of experience in city leadership, including roles as Assistant City Administrator and Acting City Administrator. Litteken will assume his new role immediately, overseeing daily operations across all municipal
The Misleading Story Fox News Told About Portland Before Trump Sent Troops
This story was originally published by ProPublica. Republished under a CC BY-NC-ND 3.0 license. When President Donald Trump told reporters on Sept. 5 he’d started looking at sending the National Guard to Portland, Oregon, he said it was because of something he saw on television. He said the city was being destroyed by paid agitators. “What they’ve done to that […]
Ritchie Blackmore postpones Blackmore’s Night tour for medical reasons
Guitarist Ritchie Blackmore, best known his work with Deep Purple and Rainbow, has postponed the rest of his tour with his medieval folk-rock band Blackmore’s Night."All Blackmore's Night shows postponed at this point…
Emerson Excellence Award Spotlights Jersey School District Teacher
JERSEY — Erica Heitzig, a teacher at Jersey Community High School, has been honored with the Emerson Excellence in Teaching Award for her dedication to students and commitment to the Jersey community. Heitzig, who works within Jersey Community Unit School District No. 100, manages multiple roles, including Family and Consumer Sciences, Design, Workforce Development, and College and Career Readiness. Her efforts in these areas were cited as key factors in her selection for the award. The
100-Year-Old Barn Restored in Godfrey, Honoring History of the Town and Local Farmers
GODFREY - A 100-year-old Godfrey barn is undergoing a major restoration, and a few local families are pleased to see it fixed. PJ Jun, of JUN Construction, bought the barn off Airport Road in 2000. Twenty-five years later, he decided to repair the barn, but not before connecting with the niece of the barn’s original owner and the neighbor whose father helped build the structure over a century ago. “With my building background, if you see a building that needs help, you want
Attendance soars at St. Louis International Film Festival
Attendance per screening returned to pre-pandemic levels.
J.C.H.S. Recognizes Top Students For Month
JERSEY - In conjunction with Jerseyville Banking Center, J.C.H.S. has selected their “Students of the Month”. The recipients for the month of October are Haley Hunter left & Marley Cazier right. The selection of a “Student of the Month” is based upon the number of F.O.C.U.S. nominations, which a student receives for a given month. F.O.C.U.S. (Finding One Clearly Unique Student) is a program, which acknowledges a student each week for academic or kindness. Each week
Ex-boyfriend killed woman after being dumped: Police
A St. Louis man remains jailed for allegedly killing his ex-girlfriend hours after she broke up with him.
Alton Photographer Shares Journey of Connection
ALTON - A local photographer has created the community they always wanted in Alton. Lumi Marson is Milton Schoolhouse’s Artist of the Month for November, and they still can’t believe it. Marson shared their journey to photography and their decision to start Piasa Rainbow Collective, a grassroots organization for queer folks in the Riverbend region. The last year has been a fantastic ride for the artist. “It makes me want to throw up with excitement a little bit,”
How to Plan a Thanksgiving Potluck with Friends
Did you know that nearly 60% of Americans prefer to celebrate Thanksgiving with a gathering of close friends rather than family? This trend underscores the growing appeal of shared meals centered around friendship and community. Planning a Thanksgiving potluck with friends can transform the holiday into a joyful and collaborative feast, where everyone contributes and enjoys a diverse spread. However, organizing such an event requires thoughtful coordination to ensure a seamless and enjoyable
2025 Senior and Veterans Business Discount Booklet
This booklet advertises senior and veteran discounts from registered businesses in St. Louis City.
‘Deliver Me From Nowhere’, ‘Becoming Led Zeppelin’ earn Movies for Grownups Awards nominations
While we have to wait a little longer to see if it gets any Oscar nominations, the Bruce Springsteen biopic Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere has been recognized by at…
This Day in History on November 19: Abraham Lincoln Delivers Gettysburg Address
November 19th is a date steeped in history, marked by moments of profound significance that have shaped societies, inspired generations, and pushed the boundaries of human achievement. One of the most impactful events occurred on November 19, 1863, during the American Civil War. On this day, President Abraham Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address at the dedication of the Soldiers' National Cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. In just a few short minutes and under 300 words, Lincoln redefined
St. Charles County judge who wore Elvis wig, talked politics in court to resign
A St. Charles County Circuit Judge who wore an Elvis Presley wig and discussed politics during court proceedings will resign after multiple violations of judicial ethics.
Jersey Community High School Announces Illinois State Scholars
JERSEYVILLE – Jersey Community High School (JCHS) Principal Thomas Leslie is proud to announce the 2026 JCHS Illinois State Scholars. "I was absolutely thrilled to learn that JCHS is home to 23 Illinois State Scholars this year!" Leslie said. "Our senior class is a little smaller at 167, so for 14% of our senior class to earn his top honor is unprecedented. "Our community should be very proud that our students are achieving at such a high level to earn prestigious recognition. This is
WashU: ACA, Medicaid expansion reduced Missouri uninsured
Missouri has seen some of the nation’s biggest shifts in health coverage in recent years, driven by the Affordable Care Act, Medicaid expansion and the end of pandemic-era protections.
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