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Back by popular demand, Pompeii: The Exhibition returns to the Saint Louis Science Center on May 16. In 79 A.D., the thriving seaport city of Pompeii was frozen in time […]

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The crash was about 11:50 p.m. Sunday on Illinois Route 3 near Ruby Street in Cahokia Heights. Two vehicles were involved.

What does a medieval fortress, an iconic red, white, and blue flag, and a massive fireworks display have in common? They are all symbols intertwined with Bastille Day, a celebration that resonates far beyond the borders of France. More than just a national holiday, Bastille Day embodies the ideals of liberty, unity, and democratic change, making it a powerful cultural phenomenon with global relevance. The Origins of Bastille Day: A Turning Point in History Bastille Day, celebrated annually on July 14th, commemorates the storming of the Bastille prison in Paris on July 14, 1789. This event marked a critical turning point in the French Revolution, symbolizing the uprising of the common people against the monarchy and the oppressive ancien régime. Although the Bastille was a relatively small fortress holding only a handful of prisoners, its fall represented the collapse of royal authority and the birth of the modern French Republic. Historically, the Bastille was a symbol of

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July 14 is a date steeped in history, marked by moments that have shaped nations, inspired revolutions, and propelled humanity forward. One of the most iconic moments in global history occurred on July 14, 1789, with the Storming of the Bastille. This fortress-prison in Paris was seen as a symbol of the oppressive monarchy and royal authority. When revolutionaries seized the Bastille, it marked a pivotal point in the French Revolution—a dramatic struggle for liberty, equality, and fraternity that profoundly influenced political thought worldwide. The event ignited a chain reaction leading to the fall of the Ancien Régime and inspired democratic movements far beyond France’s borders. Fast forward to July 14, 1790, when the Fête de la Fédération was celebrated in France. This grand festival was held to commemorate the unity of the French nation following the initial upheaval of the revolution. Thousands gathered on the Champ de Mars in Paris to

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Matt Cameron may no longer be playing in Pearl Jam, but that doesn't mean he's done playing music for good.A week after announcing that he was leaving the "Even Flow"…

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A man is in custody after allegedly throwing a woman off a boat at Lake of the Ozarks and leading troopers on a high-speed boat chase

Boeing’s air and space museum, the James S. McDonnell Prologue Room, will be open to the public this summer! From biplanes to space capsules, the Prologue Room displays artifacts and […]

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The Alton Police Department is investigating after discovering a body over the weekend.

UPDATE: The deceased man has been identified as 19-year-old Andrew Klaus of Imperial, MO. Homicide Detectives are investigating the death of a man on July 8 in The Greater Ville neighborhood. Shortly after 7:20 p.m., officers received a call for a shooting in the 3100 block of Vine Grove Avenue. Upon arriving, they located an […]

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Though many legislative sessions have concluded for the year, states could soon see more changes to reproductive health care access with new federal legislation that might lead to clinic closures, as well as pending health policies on abortion pills. Reduced access to abortion and reproductive health care are expected following the reconciliation budget bill President Donald […]

Disaster Recovery Centers in St. Louis City and County are now open extended hours for residents affected by the May 16 tornado to apply for FEMA assistance until August 11.

New members of the Missouri State Board of Education discovered their powers to direct schools are more limited than they expected during a retreat last week. The board spent two days talking about the powers it has — and those it does not — to impact a public education system they’d like to tweak. “People […]

Austen Mary Fields has a cancer that strikes fewer than 1 in 3 million people. Her family has gone to clinics in Mexico for help. They're waiting for results.