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In an unprecedented move that flatly violates federal law, Donald Trump on Tuesday fired both Democratic commissioners from the Federal Trade Commission — Rebecca Kelly Slaughter and Alvaro Bedoya. The illegal purge represents a direct assault on the independence of the consumer protection agency. While presidents have always wielded influence over independent agencies through their […]

GODFREY – Godfrey residents caught parking on grass or dirt for over 48 hours could be cited under a newly passed ordinance. The Village Board of Trustees voted unanimously on Tuesday to pass an ordinance which forbids parking for more than two days on soft, non-paved organic surfaces. Building and Zoning Administrator Tony Cain said the village has received several calls complaining about yard parking, but couldn’t take action without an ordinance on the books. “This is to keep people from parking in their yards, basically,” Cain said. “It’s become an overwhelming issue in the town and we continue to get calls.” According to the ordinance, the village has found that “parking on grass causes depressions, ruts and damage to grass, dirt and other unpaved areas which can collect water and harbor mosquitos and other pests and is hereby found to be a nuisance.” Under the ordinance, parking in the front, back, or side yards of privat

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Ringo Starr’s kids are sick of hearing him talk about retirement, because they know he has no plans to follow through.“Sometimes when I finish a tour, I’m like, ‘That’s the…

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FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS — A 38-year-old man was taken into custody on Saturday, March 15, 2025, following an attempted wire theft in the 9700 block of St. Clair Avenue, according to the Fairview Heights Police Department. Edwin J. Gonzalez was apprehended after officers responded to a tamper alarm reported by AT&T, leading to the discovery of suspicious activity in the area. Upon arrival, police officers heard sounds consistent with tampering and located long strips of wire on the ground, suggesting a potential theft. Officers identified a pickup truck parked nearby, which they suspected belonged to the suspect. After determining that Gonzalez had fled the scene on foot, law enforcement coordinated with additional agencies to establish a perimeter. To aid in the search, an Illinois State Police K9 unit and a Fairview Heights Police drone equipped with thermal imaging technology were deployed. The drone pilot successfully directed officers to Gonzalez's location in the wooded area,

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EDWARDSVILLE - Main Street Community Center recently celebrated its 50th anniversary in the Edwardsville community. Located at 1003 N. Main Street in Edwardsville, the community center works with local seniors to provide programming, trips, activities and services. As volunteers, donors and seniors mingled during the anniversary party on March 17, 2025, Director of Operations Carissa Hess reflected on the center’s work in the community. “The community center serves Edwardsville-area seniors. Our goal is to keep everybody as active and engaged in the community as possible,” Hess said. “There’s an opportunity for every senior to have something to do that they would enjoy and to get out and just be active and meet other people.” Main Street Community Center offers a home-delivered meals program, exercise programs, a resale boutique and more. They regularly plan activities, games, domestic and international trips and other programs. Pa

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The haze reduced visibility for morning commuters driving throughout the region. Extreme drought in other states is to blame.

Bruno David Gallery presents Music: The Art of Seeing, an exhibition of new paintings by Frank Schwaiger. Frank Schwaiger’s art has been widely exhibited. He is a graduate of the […]

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ST. LOUIS – Porsha B., St. Louis resident and employee at QuikTrip, won a new 2024 Ford Maverick through the United Way of Greater St. Louis (UWGSL) annual Watch.Enter.Win! contest. Porsha has consistently donated $5 a week for years to UWGSL to help others, and for her, this moment was a welcome and unexpected culmination of her generous support. “Who would have thought that giving this $5 a week for the past two years would turn into this?” Porsha said in excitement. “All I can say is ‘Thank you.’ I never thought I was going to wake up, go to work, and come to a new truck!” The vehicle is a key part of an annual donation to UWGSL by O’Fallon, IL based Auffenburg Dealer Group to help increase UWGSL’s visibility and impact through the local campaign. In addition to donating a car, Auffenburg and their employees contributed more than $40,000 to the UWGSL 2024 community campaign. “We are so pleased to continue this

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As ecological concerns become increasingly urgent, this new exhibition at the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum brings into dialogue work by ten contemporary artists whose research-based practices are defined by […]

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BETHALTO — Zion Lutheran School is proud to announce the middle school students who have achieved academic excellence during the third quarter of the school year. The High Honor Roll and Honor Roll recognize students who have demonstrated outstanding dedication and commitment to their studies. High Honor Roll The following students have achieved High Honor Roll status: Paolo Scheffel Annabelle Bean Claire Epps Amelia Johnson Grace Koch Kylie Pfeiffer Aidan Wheeler Avery Boots Leticia Lorenz Hunter Turner Maelene Wright Honor Roll The following students have achieved Honor Roll status: Raine Sahuri Josh Liefer Gavin Martin Isaiah Hanson Jackson Rider Jeremy Jones Carter Whipple Zion Lutheran School congratulates these students on their dedication and hard work. Their achievements reflect the commitment to academic excellence that Zion Lutheran School strives to instill in all students.Zion is currently enrolling for the 25/26 school year. With

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EAST ST. LOUIS – Illinois State Police (ISP) conducted a violent crime suppression detail on March 10-12, 2025, in St. Clair and Madison counties, focusing its efforts on East St. Louis and neighboring Metro East communities. The operation utilized intelligence and technology to target known high crime areas, violent offenders, and structured criminal groups in the communities of the Metro East. Detail Results Arrests 32 Felony Charges 38 Criminal Charges 52 Firearm Related Charges 24 Firearms Seized 14 Controlled Substance Seized 51.1 grams Stolen Vehicles Recovered 2 There were several notable events and arrests during the detail. On March 11, 2025, troopers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for Illinois Vehicle Code (IVC) violations. A probable cause search of the vehicle and a subsequent search of a passenger resulted in the seizure of an unlawfully possessed firearm. Charges

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A luxury home speaks to premium finishes and expert craftsmanship. At Stockell Homes, our clients are not limited by small design centers. Our clients visit the best showrooms in the Greater St Louis area or search the world over for just the right finish. There are no limits. Our commitment to fine craftsmanship began in 1986 as we remodeled one of St. Louis’ oldest country clubs. From there, our quality was recognized as we completed projects for various club members’ homes and their businesses.…

Police said a man was fatally shot in the head at Activated Bar & Slots in Washington Park.

ST. LOUIS – Today, the City of St. Louis launched OneStopGov , a new digital portal for interactions with the City, and a significant step in the City’s digital transformation. Residents can now access OneStopGov at onestopgov.stlouis-mo.gov . The site, created with the help of funding from the American Rescue Plan Act, currently features online special events permitting that will streamline the permitting process for event organizers. In line with Mayor Tishaura O. Jones’ commitment to making interactions with the City smoother for residents and businesses, the City intends to continue to grow the number of processes that can be completed through OneStopGov. “Filling out paper forms and going to City Hall can be a long and sometimes frustrating process, taking away time from more important things for residents, businesses, and the City,” said Mayor Jones. “ I am committed to modernizing City services, and this is a great step forward for making

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The Cure's Robert Smith is following in the footsteps of The Who's Roger Daltrey to curate the Teenage Cancer Trust lineup.Based in the U.K., Teenage Cancer Trust supports young people who've…

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BREESE - Xander Walker is leading a fundraising effort to support his family after severe storms and tornadoes recently ravaged their community, resulting in significant damage to their Breese home. The fundraiser, hosted on GoFundMe , aims to raise money to create a livable space in their garage as they navigate the challenges of rebuilding. The storm caused a large tree to crash into Walker's two-story home, penetrating the roof and damaging both floors. The impact left the house off its foundation and rendered it uninhabitable. “The second floor is crushed and is causing parts of our home to separate,” Walker said. The family, which is expecting their first child this fall, is currently displaced and facing the stress of their situation. Despite the challenges, Walker expressed gratitude for their safety. “We truly are blessed to be alive and physically unharmed from this event,” Xander said. The family has received numerous inquiries from friends and community

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Clearview AI spent nearly a million dollars in a bid to purchase “690 million arrest records and 390 million arrest photos” from all 50 states, court records reveal.