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These local eateries specialize in plant-based menu items.

An anonymous donor recently pledged $500,000 to endow the Justin Hardy Courage Fund to support the wellbeing and development of scholar athletes at Wash. U.

Staff shortages mean St. Louis-area nursing homes are providing 3.28 hours of nursing per day, which is below the national standard. We take a dive into the numbers.

EDWARDSVILLE — Treasurer Chris Slusser reported to Madison County officials on Thursday on the continued growth of its investments. “We are on pace for record returns on county investments,” Slusser said. “We are projecting $5.2 million in investment income this year.” Slusser presented an investment report to the Finance and Government Operations Committee showing the increase in investment income. From 2012 to 2016 the county earned an average of $826,000 annually, Slusser said. “From 2017 to 2022 we’ve averaged $3.96 million,” he said. “That’s a $16 million increase in the past five years.” Slusser said he used his 15 years of investment experience to overhaul the county’s portfolio since taking office in December 2016. “We focused on increasing income by diversifying the portfolio and actively managing the funds,” he said. In 2016, there with 85 investments in the county’s portfolio

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ST. LOUIS - St. Louis County Police Crimes Against Persons detectives are currently investigating a murder/suicide in the 300 block of Shepley Drive which resulted in the deaths of two teenage males. On June 11, 2022, at approximately 9:33 PM, St. Louis County police officers from the North County Precinct responded to a call for service for shots fired as well as a ShotSpotter activation in the 300 block of Shepley Drive. Responding officers located two males suffering from apparent gunshot injuries. Both were transported to area hospitals for treatment of life-threatening injuries. Both later succumbed to their injuries and were pronounced deceased. The deceased suspect has been identified as Tadarious Jackson, 19 years of age. The deceased victim has been identified as Quintez Robinson, 15 years of age. Both resided in the 100 block of Windsgate in Covington, Georgia 30016. Mr. Jackson and Mr. Robinson were cousins. The incident occurred in the rear yard of a residence

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St. Louis County police confirmed a man, about 19 years old, shot a 15-year-old boy, then shot himself. Both died at the hospital.

CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul today issued the following statement regarding the passing of former Illinois Attorney General James E. “Jim” Ryan. “Jim Ryan dedicated much of his career to public safety, first as DuPage County state’s attorney and then as Illinois Attorney General, and I strive to follow his example. Jim’s leadership as Attorney General and commitment to protecting all residents of Illinois is something that I have done my best to mirror since taking office. “After being elected Attorney General, I had the opportunity to meet with Jim. I continue to be grateful for his graciousness and advice as I prepared to enter the office he once led with such integrity. His counsel has continued to guide how I, as Attorney General, have governed the office and expanded my focus on enhancing public safety. “Jim Ryan will forever be known for his strength and dedication to service on behalf of the people of Illinois, even

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Amazon and its lobbyists are claiming that passing Sen. Amy Klobuchar’s Big Tech bill would lead to the end of Prime, or at the very least, significantly impair the service. This is such an absurd, desperate lie. What the bill actually does is force Amazon to compete in ways that will benefit consumers and small […]

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Hurricanes, heat, fires, smoke, drought: Is it time to stop sugar-coating summer?

ALTON - The Rotary Club of Alton and Godfrey president Steve Schwartz presented the William E. Moyer Vocational Arts and Science Scholarships to two students attending Lewis & Clark Community College. This year the awards were presented to Bryce Christner and Brandon Dunsing . Lewis and Clark Community College Director of Development, Debby Edelman, introduced Brandon and Bryce, announcing they were the recipients of the William E. Moyer Vocational Arts and Science Scholarships for the 2022-2023 academic year. Bryce Christner and Brandon Dunsing are the newest recipients of the Alton Godfrey Rotary William E. Moyer Vocational Scholarship for the 2022-2023 academic year. Bryce Christner, of Alton, graduated from Alton High School in 2021. He was the Rotary Club's Student of the Month that April. Now, Bryce is working on an Associate of Applied Science degree in Welding Technology at Lewis and Clark Community College. He plans to graduate in May 2023. His goal is to enter the workforc

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ALTON - Abigail Hasty has been named the Alton-Godfrey Rotary Club’s 2022 Student of the Year. She joins a select few as the 25th Student of the Year. Hasty is the daughter of Jeanna and Michael Hasty. She will receive a $6,000 scholarship as recognition of her outstanding academic record and participation in school and community activities. During her four years at Alton High School, she has participated in Chamber Strings and Pit Orchestra, tutored students through Mu Alpha Theta, performed with The Symphonic Orchestra, served as President of National Honor Society, and kept at least a 4.5 GPA, which earned her a Platinum Alpha Award - the highest educational distinction offered at AHS. Hasty also represented Illinois during her work with the American Battlefield Trust’s Youth Leadership Team this past year. She volunteers monthly as a preschool teacher at Cornerstone Church and is looking forward to serving the foster care children of Madison County at a summer camp

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Farmers, tribes, and environmentalists have rallied against the potential use of eminent domain to build the Midwest Carbon Express.

The failure to consider their needs can be a matter of life and death.

Last month, Def Leppard released its 12th studio album, Diamond Star Halos, which debuted at #10 on the Billboard 200. Not surprisingly, the 15-track collection is packed with revved-up rock…

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Tech companies are reaching out to small businesses that rely on them, to try to whip up grassroots opposition to legislation that weakens their power.

Biden’s judicial nominees for the second-most important court have troubling records when it comes to working people.

In California, the preliminary report of a governmental task force suggests how the toll of slavery and white supremacy can be assessed—and compensated for.

Doug Cassady of Edwardsville, IL joined the Real Rock Army today

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The triumph of the 2021 Muny season returns!  Audiences and critics went “Whoopee!” for last season’s thrilling production of Chicago. Following an abbreviated run and early close to the 2021 season, our 2022

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