DEERFIELD, Ill. — An Illinois State trooper has been charged in federal court for alleged distribution and possession of child sex abuse material. Colin Gruenke, 37, of Deerfield, is facing two federal counts of distributing child pornography and possessing child pornography. Federal authorities searched his home on a warrant Wednesday following a months-long investigation that [...]
A cow was captured with a lasso after escaping a stock trailer and wandering near Interstate 57, prompting a response from the Williamson County Sheriff's Office and local cattlemen.
Edward Jones, the financial services firm headquartered in St. Louis County, is planning to move forward with layoffs in the future as part of a companywide restructuring effort.
Deione Murphy, 51, was charged with stealing over $750 after allegedly stealing a gondola and beer from Busch Stadium and selling the beer outside the stadium.
CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) -- For the first time in nearly four decades, a team of Illinois scientists reassessed the endangered or threatened status of plants in the state. The team, led by researchers from the University of Illinois, found that although three plant species have been wiped out in the Illinois, many others are faring [...]
The Missouri Gaming Commission awarded sports wagering licenses to DraftKings and Circa Hospitality on Friday as the state moves toward launching legalized sports betting in December.
The cities of St. Peters and St. Charles have both issued a citywide water conservation orders and boil water advisories as of Friday morning, one day after damage to a pipeline co-owned by both cities.
Arla and David Chevess, a couple from St. Clair County, IL, are leading Variety's "America's Favorite Couple" contest and are urging supporters to vote for them to secure their place in the semifinals and win the $20,000 prize.
The Festival of the Little Hills, a staple event in St. Charles since 1971, is returning this weekend, featuring over 300 arts and crafts vendors, food, and music.
The Granite City Community Unit School District 9 has returned to school with a focus on improving test scores and mental health for both students and staff.
ST. LOUIS - A Heat Advisory begins for the metro and southeast Missouri/southwest Illinois at noon Friday and lasts through at least Monday evening. It'll be heating again as temperatures climb to the mid-90s for Friday. Heat index values will climb into the triple digits. Temperatures may even be a bit hotter for Saturday and [...]
I actually still have goosebumps," was the reaction of Danielle Love when she learned that an employee at a Park Hills daycare was charged for the death of her 3-year-old cousin.
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