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Report Claims Missouri ‘a Sacrifice State’ During a Nuclear War
I think there's an argument to be made that there would be no good place to be if a nuclear war were to happen. That being said, there's a recent report that claims Missouri might be an especially unpleasant place to exist during an end of days conflict as the plan was for it to be a 'sacrifice state'.
Why Stewart Copeland Prefers Life Outside the Police
Stewart Copeland said he prefers life beyond the Police as he recalled disappointment over songs he'd brought to the band that didn't make it into their catalog. But he admitted his writing style didn't really match the trio's musical approach, and said it had worked out for him in the long run.
Newsweek Says These 10 Hospitals are the Best in Missouri
If I were you, I wouldn't take my advice about what Missouri hospital you should trust. Fortunately, you don't have to. Experts that are much smarter than myself have crowned 10 hospitals in Missouri as the best in the state. The publication I'm referring to is Newsweek. They released their...
What is Illinois’ Favorite TV Game Show?
Does the Land of Lincoln love Jeopardy!? What about Wheel of Fortune, or Family Feud? What's your favorite TV game show. I am a game show lover. Just last night I watched the entire episode of Celebrity Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? on ABC and wished there was still a regular person version I could apply for.
Why are There Mothman Sightings in Missouri? Is Tragedy Imminent?
Some claim it looks like a giant bird. Many will describe eerie red eyes that seem to stare right through them. Nearly all that have witnessed this creature believe it is a harbinger of doom. That begs the question why there are now Mothman sightings being reported in Missouri? Is tragedy imminent?
Illinois Drivers Have Most Fatal Crashes in These 3 Brands
According to this new study, the odds you'll die in an automobile crash are significantly higher if you are behind the wheel of this brand of vehicle. Using over 10 years of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), GlassDoctor.com used crash information to determine which brand of vehicle was involved in the most crashes that involved a fatality.
Video of Meteor Exploding Over Illinois Near Space Station in Sky
Some that went outside late Friday night in Illinois to observe the passing of the International Space Station got a big surprise as a meteor exploded in the sky near the ISS. There are already dozens of reports of this fireball from the American Meteor Society that was seen over Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Michigan and Wisconsin. The timestamp on the reports say this was visible at approximately 11:03pm Friday night, July 11, 2024.
Why You Shouldn’t Wear a T-shirt in Swimming Pools This Summer
More and more public pools (and even some private pools) are banning their guests from wearing T-shirts when swimming. But it's not just about keeping a strict dress code or swimmer safety. Why Pools Ban Some Shirts In Pools. It doesn't matter why you'd want to wear a T-shirt while...
Yelp claims Illinois has one of the Top 10 Tattoo Shops in the US
IF (and that is a big if) you are going to get a tattoo, why not have one of the best of the best in the US do the tattoo for you? Here is the place Yelp claims is not only the best tattoo shop in Illinois, but one of the ten best in the entire US...
The Oldest Motorcycle Club in the World was Founded in Illinois
One of my favorite shows was Sons of Anarchy. It opened my eyes to motorcycles, and even more, motorcycle clubs. Illinois has a big history with motorcycle clubs, it's home to one of the oldest clubs in the world. Founded in the mid-30s The Outlaws were founded by Electro-Motice Company...
Elvis Costello Gets Creative With Band Lineup Following Illnesses
Elvis Costello is rolling with the punches on his 2024 joint tour with Daryl Hall. After two of his band members, Davey Faragher and Charlie Sexton, recently fell ill, Costello performed with just drummer Pete Thomas and pianist Steve Nieve. "Elvis Costello would like to announce that, as two members...
Heat Dome Could Ignite Storms and Derechos Over Illinois Soon
It looks like the weather pattern over Illinois is about to get excitable again. A new forecast says the incoming heat dome which will cause temperatures to spike into the 90's is expected to ignite a storm pattern that could even include derechos in parts of the Land of Lincoln.
Beware of Passport Renewal Scams for Illinois Travelers
Stay vigilant against passport renewal scams that could compromise your personal information and travel plans this year. I remember when I got my first passport. It was such a process; I had to send in my Social Security Card for verification and they'd send it back in them mail weeks later. I was incredibly nervous someone was going to steal my identity.
Frank Zappa’s ‘Apostrophe’ Celebrates 50th Anniversary With Box
Frank Zappa's only Top 10 album, 1974's Apostrophe ('), will be released as a six-disc set for its 50th anniversary later this summer. The expanded reissue - which includes the original album remastered as well as live tracks and session rarities from the era - will be released on Sept. 13.
Missouri Field Hides a 10,000 Square Foot Luxury Doomsday Bunker
This proves the validity of the don't just a book by its cover saying. What appears to be a somewhat normal Missouri field actually hides a 10,000 square foot luxury doomsday bunker underneath. It's one of the most elaborate "end of days" living quarters you'll ever see. I saw this...
Illinois Among the Happiest States in America for 2024
We all want to be happy and live our lives, and where we live can help with that dream. Well, a new ranking proves that people living in Illinois are among the happiest in America. The American Dream. Owning a home, getting that dream job, and raising a family is...
How the Beatles’ ‘Get Back’ Helped the Police Rethink Their Past
Stewart Copeland said the Beatles’ movie Get Back led the Police to re-evaluate their past – and that’s why 1983 album Synchronicity will return in a 6-disc box set on July 26. The drummer, along with former colleagues Sting and Andy Summers, have often discussed their interpersonal...
Nearly All Illinois AT&T Customers Just Had Personal Data Exposed
If your cell phone provider in Illinois is AT&T, you need to keep a close eye on your credit history and personal information as the company has revealed that nearly all of its customers were exposed in a historic data breach. This alert comes directly from AT&T. They have created...
Michael McDonald Selling Santa Barbara Home for $4.6 Million
If you happen to have been looking for a bright, open-concept home just a short drive from the beach, Michael McDonald has just the place for you. The singer is selling his Santa Barbara house for $4.6 million. Glancing at the home's online listing, you might not think two bedrooms...
Drone Video Shows Alton, Illinois Sinkhole Still Getting Bigger
If you'd like to look at this from a glass-half-full perspective, the sinkhole that swallowed the middle of a soccer field in Alton, Illinois recently is an overachiever as new drone video shows it continues to expand in size. It was just over two weeks ago when security camera video...
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