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Whistleblower says WashU Transgender Center at St. Louis Children's Hospital closing down
A former employee at the Washington University Transgender Center at St. Louis Children’s Hospital says it’s closing down, with the head doctor leaving and moving to Colorado.
Two Galesburg girls take top places in Li’l Miss Illinois Pageant
A pair of Galesburg girls took the top two places in the Li’l Miss Illinois pageant Sunday. Kynleigh Fox, the daughter of Stacy Dunham, and Lia Barraza Sloan, the daughter of Leno and Sabrina Barraza, both competed in the Miss Illinois Youth Program along with other contestants for the title of Li’l Miss Illinois.
Ben Poremba announces immediate closure of The Benevolent King
Ben Poremba announced via Instagram that The Benevolent King has closed for regular business. Read his full statement below. As we continue to focus our efforts and resources on expending our activities on Delmar, we're sad to announce that, effective immediately, The Benevolent King in Maplewood is closed for regular business.
Rain Totals & A Better Weekend Forecast
The National Weather Service recently shared some rain totals from our region, following this week’s heavy rains…. Thankfully, we’re in for much more mild weather this weekend!. Be sure to stay tuned to WGEL 101.7 FM for up-to-date weather information from the National Weather Service!
Report: Housing is less affordable due to red tape in Illinois
(The Center Square) – A new report found that Illinois had the third-worst rate in the nation for building new housing units in 2023, with the main culprit being over regulation. Illinois Policy Institute found that government regulations account for nearly $70,000 of the $292,000 median home price in the state. Researcher Ravi Mishra said that is preventing new housing construction and aggravating a housing shortage, leading to higher prices...
Congresswoman Budzinski opens small business training lecture at CAP 1908
Late Monday morning, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski of Illinois’s 13th congressional district opened for a small business training lecture dedicated to empowering Springfield’s Black community, kicking off a packed day of activities for the congresswoman which concluded with a tour of Black-owned businesses across Springfield. The training course was...
St. Louis Cardinals tickets don't fare well on resale market, report says
ST. LOUIS — Tickets to St. Louis Cardinals games are among the lowest-priced on the secondary market, according to a report released this week. Gametime, a last-minute ticket reseller, reports that the Cardinals have the third-lowest median ticket price on the secondary market, at $21 apiece. The Miami Marlins,...
Video of Incredible Branson, Missouri Flooding After Massive Rain
Southern Missouri was hit hard by moisture on Tuesday after thunderstorms dumped massive amounts of rain on that part of the state. New video shows incredible flooding in Branson, Missouri during the deluge. I saw this video that was just shared this morning by Rudy Spann in Branson, Missouri. He...
Speed Awareness: IDOT, NHTSA, law enforcement agencies urge drivers to slow down, save lives
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Illinois Department of Transportation is partnering with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and other law enforcement agencies to promote the nationwide, “Speeding Catches Up with You” speeding prevention campaign to remind drivers to slow down and to emphasize the importance of safe driving.
Don’t Fall Victim to the Latest USPS Text Scam Circulating Illinois
We should all know better by now, but I nearly fell victim to a new package delivery text scam the other day, and I don't want the same thing to happen to you. Here's one thing I can guarantee about me; if you call or text me from a number I don't recognize, I will not answer or respond...ever. My notorious call screening usually saves me from phone scammers, BUT, when I have been waiting for over two weeks for Japanese Beetle traps I desperately need to arrive, receiving a text about a delivery issue almost had me falling hook, line, and sinker into the scammer's trap.
Illinois, the feds, and quantum
(CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Here is another story about Illinois and quantum research. Someone joked it’s like, “I’ll make you an offer you can’t understand.” The federal government and Illinois are working together on a quantum proving ground. “We are not committing any dollars...
St. Louis Man On A Mission: Missouri Monster Hunter Seeks The Truth About The Piasa Bird!
ST. LOUIS, MO – Brad McGregor, a self-proclaimed monster hunter from St. Louis, Missouri, has dedicated his life to uncovering the truth behind the legendary Piasa Bird. “I’ve always been fascinated by cryptids and the unknown,” McGregor says. “The Piasa Bird has haunted my dreams since I first heard about it as a kid.”
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