Home

Edwardsville addresses concerns over discolored tap water

Published Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:13:51 GMT

EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. - The Edwardsville Public Works Department is assuaging the concerns of residents regarding discolored tap water.For the past nine months, city engineers have observed elevated levels of iron in the water. In November, the city received an increase in complaints from residents about discolored or muddy-looking water.According to the city, the discoloration is because of elevated iron levels. A spokesman said the city routinely tests water samples for copper and lead and confirmed the increase in iron.The water in Edwardsville is safe to drink. Iron is naturally occurring and can be found in the city's municipal water source – the American Bottoms Aquifer.The United States Environmental Protection Agency does not regulate the presence of iron as a component of water. However, the Illinois EPA does regulate iron, allowing for a maximum of 1.0 milligrams per liter. Historically, iron levels in the city's water tested at 0.035 mg/L, but that has increased to an avera...

253 Missouri service members honored in Netherlands American Cemetery

Published Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:13:51 GMT

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Two hundred and fifty-three fallen service members from Missouri have been acknowledged and remembered on the Tablets of the Missing at the Netherlands American Cemetery in the village of Margraten. Weekend events you won’t want to miss According to a press release from the American Battle Monuments Commission (AMBC), on December 11, a new visitors' center was dedicated to the cemetery. The recently established visitor center marks the tenth of its kind worldwide initiated by ABMC. It showcases new exhibits narrating the story of World War II and paying tribute to the service members who made the ultimate sacrifice.The Visitor Center displays exhibits featuring original artifacts and personal narratives that recount air operations over the Netherlands, Germany, and Central Europe. The exhibits also cover significant events such as Operation Market-Garden, the liberation of South Limburg, the crossing of the Ruhr and Rhine rivers, the battles in Hürtgen Forest, t...

Suspect charged with assault in Commerce City DUI crash that injured firefighters, police

Published Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:13:51 GMT

The 24-year-old man accused of hitting four first responders after driving into the scene of a crash investigation while drunk is facing multiple assault charges, according to court records.Benjamin Winters was arrested Dec. 7 by the Colorado State Patrol after he allegedly drove around police barriers and hit two South Adams County firefighters and two Commerce City police officers who were investigating a separate DUI crash on westbound Interstate 76.Winters is charged with vehicular assault while driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, vehicular assault related to reckless driving and three counts of third-degree assault on a peace officer, according to court records.Westbound I-76 near U.S. 85 was blocked off and officers were directing traffic to the right shoulder when Winters, driving a Toyota Tacoma, tried to drive on the left shoulder around the blockade instead, according to an arrest affidavit.Winters allegedly collided with the cable guard rail before hitting tw...

WATCH LIVE: Dodgers officially introduce Shohei Ohtani

Published Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:13:51 GMT

The Los Angeles Dodgers are holding a press conference to officially introduce reigning AL MVP Shohei Ohtani as a member of the team. The press conference will begin at 3 p.m.Ohtani is expected to address the media, field questions and provide a first look at his name on the back of a Dodgers jersey — which is already on sale, and selling fast.Manager Dave Roberts and president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman are among those expected to join Ohtani at the podium.Ohtani announced he was signing with the Dodgers in a social media post last Saturday, bringing an end to weeks of speculation regarding one of the biggest free agents in American sports history. As originally reported by ESPN, the deal is for 10 years and $700 million and is the largest guaranteed contract in sports history. The unique contract also includes significant deferrals on the yearly salary, with the expectation that it will allow the Dodgers to build a more competitive team around the two-time MVP.Shohei O...

These are the top 15 jobs people want to quit the most, report says

Published Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:13:51 GMT

A recently released report identified the top 15 jobs workers are planning to quit partially due to stressful work environments, return to office mandates, low compensation packages and the current state of the economy.Workers in industries ranging from tech to healthcare dominated the list from Payscale, even though some are bringing home six-figure salaries. The report was compiled based on employee-reported data from more than 770,000 U.S. workers between November 2022 and October 2023.  California’s budget deficit increases to $68 billion Many workers stated that they plan to leave within six months.These are the top 15 jobs workers are planning to quitSenior product manager: 66% seeking a new job; $144,000 median payPhlebotomist: 62% seeking a new job; $39,300 median payLine cook: 62% seeking a new job; $32,200 median payPatient care technician: 61% seeking a new job; $37,700 median payEmergency room registered nurse: 60% seeking a new job; $79,100 median payPatient services ...

Believe, Achieve, Inspire: A Guide to Transformative Living

Published Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:13:51 GMT

Have you ever wondered how some people deal with the challenges of life with confidence and turn their dreams into reality? Well, this article will help you find a secret to embark on a transformative journey toward a life filled with purpose and accomplishment.The Power of Believing in Yourself:The first and most important step is to start believing in yourself, which lays the foundation for a fulfilling life. When you have faith in your abilities, you create a positive mindset that propels you forward, even in the face of challenges.Self-belief acts as a driving force that encourages you to set ambitious goals and pursue your dreams. It provides the resilience needed to overcome setbacks and learn from failures, turning them into stepping stones towards success. Remember, you are your biggest supporter, and embracing this truth opens doors to endless possibilities.Achieving Success in Transformative Living:Success in transformative living is not just about material wealth or exter...

San Jose Chamber of Commerce picks business veteran as new president

Published Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:13:51 GMT

SAN JOSE — The San Jose Chamber of Commerce has picked a new president, a woman who is a veteran in South Bay business, a decision that could end the revolving door for the top post at the organization.Leah Toeniskoetter has been chosen as the new chamber president and chief executive officer, the organization stated Thursday.“The Chamber of Commerce supports and speaks for a wide spectrum of businesses, from our favorite locally owned stores that are core to our neighborhoods to Fortune 500 enterprises that drive global change,” Toeniskoetter said on Thursday.Toeniskoetter takes over the post in January, the chamber said.The Chamber of Commerce picked its third leader in about three years — right when downtown San Jose is battling to escape an economic “doom loop.”Toeniskoetter’s experience includes stints at Toeniskoetter Development, SPUR San Jose, and Deloitte. She has now become the 12th president and CEO of the business group.She succe...

Jury in Jonathan Majors assault trial to begin deliberations

Published Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:13:51 GMT

By Alli Rosenbloom and Nicki Brown | CNNJurors in the assault trial against actor Jonathan Majors now have the case and will begin deliberations.The trial, which began on December 4, stems from a March 25 domestic dispute involving Majors and his former girlfriend, Grace Jabbari. Majors has pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges of assault and aggravated harassment. He faces up to one year in prison if convicted.Majors did not testify during the trial, but he was present in the New York City courtroom for the duration of the proceedings.During Thursday’s closing arguments, prosecutors alleged Majors “didn’t hesitate to use physical violence” against Jabbari in the March dispute when he grabbed Jabbari’s right hand, twisted her arm behind her back and then “struck a blow” to her head.Priya Chaudhry, Majors attorney, reiterated his innocence during her closing argument, calling the accusations against him “fake” and alleging that Jabbari was the aggressor in the March dispute.On Th...

Spare the Air alert issued for Friday; rainy weather to arrive this weekend

Published Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:13:51 GMT

Poor air quality is expected to choke the Bay Area’s skies on Friday before a rainy weather system swings into the region, potentially offering a fresh round of showers for a region that’s had a drier-than-normal autumn.A Spare the Air Alert will be in effect Friday for much of the Bay Area, as a ridge of high pressure and a lack of strong offshore winds cause atmospheric conditions across the region to stagnate with high levels of airborne particulates. As a result, it will be illegal for most residents to operate wood-burning stoves and fireplaces Friday while the alert remains in place, according to the Bay Area Air Quality Management District.“When there’s an inversion layer that kind of acts like a lid and it kind of traps the air close to the ground, it does tend to build up in the wintertime when there isn’t a good weather system to clear things out,” said Aaron Richardson, a spokesman for the air quality district.The bout of poor air quality is expect...

Ivanka Trump appears with ‘pal’ Kim Kardashian at Justin Timberlake show

Published Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:13:51 GMT

Kim Kardashian is continuing her project of trying to make the general public forget that Ivanka Trump was “complicit” in her father’s controversial presidency by appearing in photos of the two looking like the best of friends as they together attended Justin Timberlake’s invite-only show Wednesday night in Las Vegas.“Ladies night in LA!” Ivanka Trump captioned an Instagram Story photo of her and Kardashian in slinky, mostly black gowns at the grand opening for the Fontainebleau, a resort and casino on the Las Vegas strip, where Timberlake performed. On her Instagram Story, Kardashian also shared a photo that Donald Trump’s former senior White House adviser captioned: “It’s always a great time with you @kimkardashian!”In addition, the Daily Mail published photos showing Ivanka Trump sitting with Kardashian and her sister, supermodel Kendall Jenner, as they applaud for Timberlake’s performance.For some reason, Kardashi...