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Scientific evidence continues to reinforce what many communities are experiencing firsthand: climate change is making it increasingly difficult to protect... Read More

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump asserted control Monday of the District of Columbia police force and mobilized 800 National Guard troops in the nation’s capital under what he declared a “crime emergency.” Trump took the step despite a three-decade low in violent crime in Washington, D.C., while warning he may pursue similar action in other Democratic-led […]

ALTON - Chestnut Health Systems is offering free virtual training on the use of NARCAN®, a medication that can reverse opioid overdoses. The training sessions, conducted via Zoom, are designed to be user-friendly and accessible, allowing participants to join anonymously from home. The trainings take place every third Thursday of the month at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., with the next session scheduled for Aug. 21, 2025. There are no tests or quizzes involved, making the experience straightforward and engaging. In addition to the virtual sessions, Chestnut Health Systems also provides free in-person training for individuals and groups, including families, churches, offices, book clubs, libraries, food pantries, homeless shelters, and businesses. Those interested in attending the Zoom training or seeking more information can register by emailing Marianne Drainer at mdrainer@chestnut.org. To sign up for the next training, or for more information, email mdrainer@chestnut.org . Chestnut als

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EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. –August 10, 2025 -- The Edwardsville High School Marching Band has officially kicked off its 2025-2026 season with its annual summer band camp, marking the beginning of what promises to be the longest and most exciting season in the program’s history. In addition to competing at major national events, the award-winning ensemble will represent the United States on the international stage by performing in the prestigious 40th annual London New Year’s Day Parade in January 2026. The season began with the band’s first community performance held Friday, August 8 and culminates with the highly anticipated trip to London. With nearly 150 students participating this year, the EHS Marching Band continues to thrive thanks to the commitment and dedication to the members, directors, staff, boosters and parents. “The dedication these students show is truly remarkable,” said Band Director Ryan Lipscomb. “Band camp is an intense and rewarding

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Today on TAP: An unprecedented new revenue share on chips sold to China reveals Donald Trump’s economics of control.

An 86-year-old man was struck and killed by a vehicle early Monday morning in Edwardsville, IL.

A St. Louis County man will make his first appearance in city court Monday on a litany of charges for crimes committed in St. Louis City over the past several weeks.

At least 12 states have received federal approval to restrict recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, from using their benefits to purchase certain foods such as soda and candy. The states receiving waivers from the U.S. Department of Agriculture are overwhelmingly Republican. Colorado, Florida, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas and West Virginia received approval […]

Current Sen. Brian Williams, D-University City, is term limited.

A Warren County woman is accused of stealing tens of thousands of dollars from the fast food restaurant where she works.

Residents of historically redlined communities experience slower response times from emergency medical services, according to a study published Tuesday in JAMA Network Open. Redlining refers to the discriminatory practice under which the federal government and banks systematically denied mortgages to Black and Hispanic residents. The practice deemed neighborhoods with higher proportions of nonwhite residents to […]

A 22-year-old man from Ferguson, Missouri, has been charged after allegedly stealing $9,500 worth of photography equipment from a business.

Missouri is ranked 36th out of 50 states as one of the worst states to have a baby, according to a recent study by Wallethub, which considers factors such as birthing costs, healthcare rankings, baby friendliness, and family friendliness.

Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant recently announced he’ll be releasing his first-ever album with his acoustic band Saving Grace, and now the artists are set to celebrate the album with some intimate shows in London.Plant…

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When politicians immediately blamed social media for the horrific 2022 Buffalo mass shooting—despite zero evidence linking the platforms to the attack—it was obvious deflection from actual policy failures. The scapegoating worked: survivors and victims’ families sued the social media companies, and last year a confused state court wrongly ruled that Section 230 didn’t protect them. […]