The Center for Environmental Education and Training (CEET) at Saint Louis University will kick off its 2026 mental-health programming with “Mental Health Resiliency Training,” a morning session focused on building healthier, more resilient workplaces in the construction trades. The program will be held Friday, Feb. 13, from 7:30 to 10 a.m. at SLU’s Il Monastero, […]
ALTON - Alton resident and business owner Dan King will make his debut on the television game show Wheel of Fortune at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026 on KSDK Channel 5. King, owner of Heaterz Hot Chicken, will take a spin at the iconic puzzle wheel, buying vowels and consonants as he attempts to solve the puzzles. To celebrate King’s appearance, a watch party is scheduled at Alton Sports Tap starting at 5 p.m., ahead of the broadcast. Attendees can enjoy a chicken tender
GRANITE CITY – Scott Credit Union has announced the recipients of its 2025 “With You” Grant Program, recognizing two schools from the Granite City Community Unit School District #9 for their dedication to student success. Granite City High School and Grigsby Elementary School were recognized for their commitment to student success. The nominations were submitted by Denise Albrecht , a math teacher at GCHS and Marisela Luna , an ELL teacher at Grigsby and Maryville Elementary
“The Outsiders” Stays Gold in the New Musical at The Fabulous Fox by Pat Lindsey Before I rave about how exceptional Broadway’s choice of best musical in 2024 is, I have to admit that I never read the book, “The Outsiders.” The book was written about teenagers in Tulsa in 1967 by 18 year-old […]
SPRINGFIELD - In partnership with the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS), Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced the recipients of the third annual John Lewis Youth Leadership Award (JLYLA), honoring two outstanding young Illinois leaders whose service reflects the enduring legacy of the late Congressman John Lewis. Amari’ah Carter of Belleville and Jocelyn Solis of Rockford, both 21-years-old, were recognized for their exceptional leadership, civic engagemen
WOOD RIVER – Wood River first responders will use a former Madison County Housing Authority property for training purposes over the next few days, just before the building is set to be demolished and replaced. The Wood River Police and Fire Departments will use the former Stevens Building at 118 Haller St. for training purposes from Jan. 7-11, 2026 at no cost to the city under an agreement between the city and the Madison County Housing Authority (MCHA) approved by City Council members
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) invites families, wildlife watchers and nature lovers to experience eagle-watching events across the state this winter. The best time to see the majestic bald eagle in Illinois is during the winter when the raptors seek open water areas for fishing. Certain Illinois state parks and locations, including Starved Rock State Park in LaSalle County and the Illinois State Museum’s Dickson Mounds Museum in Fulton County,
David Byrne has recorded a cover of Olivia Rodrigo’s #1 hit "drivers license."The release is in conjunction with Rodrigo’s celebration of the fifth anniversary of the song’s release, with the…
An Atlanta, Georgia, man appeared in federal court Wednesday to be sentenced for stealing identities and checks that belonged to business owners in downstate Illinois.
by Tom Finan, Executive Director, Construction Forum Construction Forum kicked off its 2026 program series Wednesday, Jan. 7, at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center on the University of Missouri–St. Louis campus. Framed around the theme “FORWARD: From Talk to Focused Action,” the program drew more than 350 registered attendees and set a clear […]
We’re taught at an early age the importance of keeping our bodies clean. That includes most body parts. But your ears? That’s a little more complicated. According to Chris Workman, AuD, an audiologist with OSF HealthCare, cleaning your ears is fine – in moderation. The real question is what to do about the earwax or cerumen that tends to build up. “Earwax is a substance that's produced by glands in the ear canal that consists of an oily substance that mixes with
From Mid Rivers Newsmagazine: Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) officials held a public meeting Dec. 17 to inform residents about Hwy. 61 improvements proposed in St. Charles County. Of the several projects recommended, one is funded – building an interchange at Hwy. W and Hwy. 61, and closing nearby median crossovers. “These old crossovers were […]
If you have diabetes, you've probably heard "Watch your sweets!" or "Watch your carbs!" often. “Blood sugar numbers are going to be higher. That’s going to require more oral medication or insulin shots,” says Jennifer Adcock , RN, BSN, CDCES, explaining what can go wrong if you overindulge. “If blood sugar levels are left unchecked, it can lead to diabetic ketoacidosis. That’s where all of the available sugar is not being used by your cells. Your cells need
From West Newsmagazine: A public hearing was held on Dec. 8 for a new development by Whalen Custom Homes in Wildwood. Mike Whalen of Whalen Custom Homes plans to build 16 detached, single-family dwellings that will be partly in the city’s Town Center, with the remainder in the suburban residential area. The West Mill Subdivision […]
A towering symbol of Anheuser-Buch history is coming to St. Louis. A historic neon-lit eagle sign that long stood atop the company's Newark, New Jersey brewery will be relocated to A-B's headquarters.
ST. LOUIS - The FOX 2 Newsroom received many reports of strings of lights in the skies over St. Louis at around 6 p.m. Wednesday. The weather was mild and many people were out taking in the rare warm January dusk. Viewers reported seeing the lights over Fenton, Clayton, and southern Illinois. Did you miss [...]
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