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The extended summer-like heat is part of a decades-long trend both in St. Louis and across the country.

Did you know that the average person spends nearly seven hours a day staring at screens? From smartphones and laptops to televisions and tablets, digital devices have become inseparable from our daily routines. While technology offers incredible convenience and connectivity, it also contributes to increased stress, disrupted sleep patterns, and diminished focus. What would happen if you intentionally stepped away from the digital world, even for a short period? The concept of a digital detox—deliberately reducing or eliminating screen time—has gained traction as a powerful way to restore mental clarity and improve overall well-being. This fall presents an ideal opportunity to embrace this practice and reap its numerous benefits. The Hidden Costs of Constant Connectivity Our modern lives are dominated by a constant stream of notifications, emails, social media updates, and news alerts. While these digital touchpoints keep us informed and connected, they also demand continuous

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October 6th has long been a date marked by a range of significant events across the globe, spanning politics, culture, science, and social change. In the realm of science and technology, October 6th, 1927, saw the premiere of "The Jazz Singer," the first feature-length film with synchronized dialogue sequences. This cinematic breakthrough ushered in the era of 'talkies,' revolutionizing the film industry and influencing popular culture worldwide. The shift from silent films to sound fundamentally changed storytelling methods and audience engagement in cinema. On a different note, October 6th, 1973, is remembered for the outbreak of the Yom Kippur War, when Egypt and Syria launched a surprise attack on Israel during the Jewish holy day of Yom Kippur. This conflict had far-reaching consequences, reshaping military strategies and international relations in the Middle East. The war also highlighted the complex and fragile nature of peace in the region, leading to future negotiations an

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Jack Osbourne opens up about the death of his father Ozzy Osbourne and reading the metal legend's posthumous memoir, Last Rites, in an interview with ABC's Good Morning America."I think the last…

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In an exclusive TV interview, Gov. JB Pritzker said he’s prepared to fight President Donald Trump’s call up of 300 Illinois National Guard troops to support the sweeping immigration crackdown in Chicago.

On This Day, Oct. 6, 2020…Van Halen guitarist and founder Eddie Van Halen died at the age of 65.The rocker had battled cancer for several years. In 2000 he received treatment for…

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Get ready for a swashbuckling adventure at the St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station! We’re thrilled to announce the return of Pirates and Pumpkins—a fun-filled event where buccaneers of all […]

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The Circle in the Square Quilters presents the Quintessential Quilt 2025 exhibit at the University City Public Library October 3 - October 27, 2025. Sixty quilts – traditional, contemporary, and […]

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The Supreme Court turned away Missouri’s bid to revive its law purporting to declare various federal gun restrictions unconstitutional in the state, the justices announced Monday. It has become a major battle over state versus federal authority. The Biden administration launched a lawsuit and convinced lower courts that Missouri’s statute violates the Constitution’s Supremacy Clause.  [...]

Fifth in a five-part series.  Hope Broussard’s intrauterine device should have brought relief from her severe periods. But at 17, it started causing debilitating pain. At the Sandpoint, Idaho, clinic where the device was implanted, providers suspected it was embedded in her uterine wall, but lacked the ultrasound equipment to make a diagnosis. Homeless with […]

Letter To The Editor: As President of the NAACP Edwardsville Branch, I write today with a burdened heart and a firm resolve. Whether one agrees or disagrees with the political activist who was recently assassinated, or with the two political lawmakers who were executed in their own home in Minnesota, one undeniable truth remains: they were human beings. Their lives mattered. And just as we continue to call the names of many others who were cut down before their time, we are reminded that every life, regardless of race, creed, political affiliation, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation, carries inherent dignity. Humanity does not become negotiable based on political affiliation, personal conviction, or social standing. We must bring that same energy for justice, compassion, and truth to every corner of our communities and nation. Freedom of speech is a cornerstone of our democracy, but the greater principle is this: every person deserves the right to live, to be heard, and to

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Council members have started searching for a place to lease ahead of a 2028 deadline to vacate current county headquarters or bring the building up to fire code.