WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has approved a consumer product safety standard for water bead toys, reflecting the agency’s ongoing commitment to protecting vulnerable consumers and preventing avoidable tragedies in American homes. The new rule is aimed at reducing the risk of injury or death associated with children ingesting, inserting […]
SPRINGFIELD – Governor JB Pritzker today issued a state disaster proclamation after severe weather and flooding caused extensive damage across Cook, Jersey, and Calhoun Counties from July 25–28, 2025. The proclamation ensures that state resources can be directed to support local response and long-term recovery efforts. “Illinois families and communities are still facing the impacts
By Peter Hancock SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In testimony during a virtual meeting Wednesday of the Senate Insurance Committee, officials pushed back against criticisms by Gov. JB Pritzker and legislative leaders who said the hikes raise suspicions that Illinois homeowners are being charged extra to help cover insurance losses caused by wildfires, hurricanes and other natural disasters elsewhere
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SEDALIA – At the 2025 Missouri State Fair, agricultural leaders, FFA and 4-H members, elected officials, and partners celebrated the conclusion of the Drive to Feed Kids by announcing that this year’s effort raised over 720,000 meals for Missouri families. With food insecurity affecting one in five Missouri children, the Missouri Farmers Care Foundation Drive
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By Peter Hancock and Ben Szalinski SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Gov. JB Pritzker signed the final two bills from the spring session Friday, giving his approval to more than 430 bills approved by lawmakers this year. The final bills signed Friday are designed to improve access to abortion medication even if the federal government revokes
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JEFFERSON CITY — Illegal dumping – disposing of waste in unauthorized locations- remains a serious problem in communities across the U.S. Often called “open dumping” or “fly dumping,” it can harm public health, reduce property values, and negatively impact quality of life. Common items dumped illegally include construction debris, furniture, household appliances, auto
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CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — For Southeast Missouri State University student Calyn Hartmann, choosing between two big dreams wasn’t an option-so she chose both. Calyn is on track to graduate in May 2026 with both professional pilot and biomedical sciences degrees, a combination that showcases both her academic ambition and her fearless pursuit of the extraordinary.
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STE. GENEVIEVE – The City of Ste. Genevieve has announced the hiring of a new police officer. In a posting on social media a city official stated here is our “newest member of our Ste. Genevieve law enforcement family—Officer Urban.” Officer Urban brings incredible energy and dedication to our department. He is a United
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STE, GENEVIEVE Mo. — The Ste. Genevieve License Office has announced its upcoming move to a new and improved location. The office will close its doors at the current facility on Friday, August 29, 2025, and reopen at its new home on September 4, 2025, at 296 Market Street. This relocation marks more
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STE. GENEVIEVE – On Tuesday, August 26th, Ste. Genevieve crews will be conducting smoke tests of sanitary sewers in the areas of Parkwood Drive, Pointe Basse Drive, Brookdale Drive, Oakwood Drive, Brentwood Drive and Claymont Drive. If you have any questions please contact City Hall at 573-883-5400. The following information was provided:
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