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St. Jacob Village Board Hears Request for Sidewalk Extension
ST. JACOB — The St. Jacob Village Board met on July 17 for a meeting with much discussion. The issue from the July 3 meeting brought up during public comment by Scott Rose regarding his fence being too tall according to a new 2020 ordinance was put on the agenda, but Rose was unable to attend. Village attorney James Craney said to rewrite the ordinance to be clearer instead of having residents ask for variances and spending money on public hearings before the zoning board.
Illinois teen Isabella Coleman-Sullivan looks to shine at Miss Amazing Summit
The Miss Amazing National Summit in Rosemont highlights women with disabilities, including Illinois Teen Isabella Coleman-Sullivan, who has raised over 7,200 items for food pantries and uses her platform to inspire and help others.
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker floated as potential VP running mate
CHICAGO (CBS) — Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has been floated as a potential running mate to Kamala Harris, who on Sunday announced her intention to run for the Democratic nomination for president following the news that President Joe Biden would not seek reelection.Pritzker was at his Gold Coast home on Sunday, and it was unclear what talks he has had or who he has been communicating with since Mr. Biden suspended his reelection campaign earlier in the day.Monday morning, Pritzker endorsed Harris to be the new Democratic nominee, saying he would work hard to get her elected, because she is the...
Are Jails in Illinois using Torture Methods on Inmates?
According to a report, there is something that jails use every day in Illinois that experts say is considered "torture" what exactly is it? And should the Land of Lincoln stop using these devices ASAP?. According to an article from Illinoisansweres.org, the United Nations now considers restraint chairs a form...
Granite City to light up its new neon sign park on the evening of Aug. 1
Granite City, Illinois, will host a ceremonial ribbon-cutting and lighting ceremony for its new Route 66 neon sign park on the evening of Aug. 1. The event also will include food trucks, classic cars, music and more. It will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. at 19th Street and...
Missouri Botanical Garden offering free tours for disability community
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - The Missouri Botanical Garden will offer free access tours and classes designed for the disability community. Throughout the summer and fall, they will be offering tours with both American Sign Language and audio description interpretation. The Garden has been teaming up with the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Missouri Chapter to provide specialized tours to those with memory loss and their families.
This I-44 ramp closure in St. Louis could affect your commute
ST. LOUIS — Drivers coming across from the Metro East during the morning commute may want to take note of a big ramp closure off of Interstate 44 in the Soulard area. The Missouri Department of Transportation closed the ramp from westbound I-44 to Gravois Avenue last week, and it will stay closed for one more week. Crews have been working on curbing, drainage and guardrails.
The New Jewish Theatre Will Host Three Special Events For RED
New Jewish Theatre will present Red by John Logan, running Thursday, July 25 through Sunday, August 11 at the J's Wool Studio Theatre. Alongside the production, the New Jewish Theatre is hosting three special events that will give special understanding for this compelling play about the life of abstract expressionist painter Mark Rothko.
16-year-old shot while committing robbery in Soulard, police say
ST. LOUIS — Police say a teen was shot when he and three other people attempted to rob two people in a car in Soulard Saturday morning. The 16-year-old boy was dropped off at a hospital in critical condition. Police responded to Soulard where two victims described being approached...
Messenger: A disturbing twist in the case of security guards who tackled BJC patient
ST LOUIS — Lawsuits sometimes become living, breathing things. They transform into something quite a bit different than when they were filed. So it is with Hughie Robinson vs. Barnes-Jewish Hospital.
Family honors boy who drowned at St. Louis County camp 2 years ago
ST. LOUIS — The family of a boy who died at a St. Louis County summer camp in 2022 gathered to honor him Saturday. T.J. Mister's parents want to raise awareness for swim safety after he drowned. T.J. was 6 years old. "We're celebrating his life today," said Olga...
Cardinals send a message to Paul Goldschmidt that was a long time coming
The St. Louis Cardinals split a doubleheader against the Atlanta Braves in an NL Wild Card clash on Saturday, little thanks to Paul Goldschmidt of course. The Cardinals first baseman has hardly looked like himself this season, and it couldn't come at a worse time for he or St. Louis. Goldy is in a contract year, and a staple of this Cardinals generation.
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