Off-duty O’Fallon officer, Good Samaritans rescue driver after medical emergency
O’FALLON, Ill. – An off-duty O’Fallon officer and other Good Samaritans jumped into action to rescue a driver Saturday after a medical emergency. Authorities credit the quick-thinking actions of the off-duty officer and others for saving the driver’s life. The O’Fallon Police Department says the driver suffered a medical emergency while in his vehicle on […]
Josef Newgarden wins IndyCar Bommarito 500, now a five-time Gateway champ
MADISON, Ill. – Josef Newgarden conquers the 2024 IndyCar Bommarito 500 again, clinching his fifth racing title at the Gateway raceway on Saturday in a thrilling showdown. Saturday marked the 8th annual Bommarito Automotive Group 500 IndyCar Series race. Newgarden has emerged victorious in five. Newgarden defeats Scott McLaughlin, who won pole position at the […]
How a father-daughter’s home renovation became a story of resilience after loss
When Bridget McGaing and her father Bill began documenting their efforts to renovate an old home on the northwest side of Chicago on social media, they gained a huge following. But then the viral story about restoration soon became one of resilience after loss. Noel Brennan has more.
Iconic fedora from “Indiana Jones” sells at auction
A fedora worn by actor Harrison Ford in the 1984 film “Indiana Jones and the Temple” sold at auction this week for a staggering $630,000.
Ukrainian troops push deeper into Russia
After months on the defensive, Ukrainian forces smashed across the Russian border, taking more than 400 square miles of territory, according to Kyiv, whose troops continue to pour into the Kursk region. Ian Lee reports from Kyiv.
Blinken heads to Israel as cease-fire talks continue
Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to arrive in Israel this weekend ahead of a high stakes meeting to secure a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war, as negotiators hope for a diplomatic breakthrough. Ramy Inocencio has the latest from Tel Aviv.
Trump remarks on economy laced with personal insults at Pennsylvania rally
During the rally, former President Donald Trump declared several times that he was better looking than Vice President Kamala Harris.
What are the signature desserts of Missouri and Illinois?
(STACKER) – In an era of cupcake wars, crazy creations from cake bosses, and never-ending experimental combinations—think cronuts, brookies, or PieCaken—you might wonder whether the only desserts that matter these days are ones that go viral on social media. But the idea of eating sweets dates back to ancient times and is linked to many […]
St. Louis police treat local students to free school supplies
ST. LOUIS – For many students in the City of St. Louis, the new school year begins Monday. St. Louis police are doing their part to make sure students are ready. Officers with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department handed out school supplies and goodies to many students on Saturday morning at their South Patrol […]
3 hospitalized as dozens experience heat illness at Colorado air show
Amid extreme heat at the Pikes Peak Air Show in Colorado Springs, around 40 to 50 people experienced heat-related illness, three of whom were hospitalized, officials said.
