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If there’s anything guaranteed to increase the number of leaks emanating from an entity, it’s letting people know you’re trying to track down leakers. The public sector knows this. The private sector knows this. And yet, the same thing happens again and again: a deterrent appears and everyone treats it like an instigator. Even Trump […]

Sammy Hagar is paying tribute to the fan who coined his infamous nickname, the Red Rocker.Hagar posted some photos on Instagram of him with fan John Pruner, who recently passed away,…

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EAST ALTON – A local sex offender is facing his second charge of failing to register with authorities. Gary L. Vancil, 62, listed as homeless out of East Alton, was charged with unlawful failure to register as a sex offender, a Class 2 felony and his second or subsequent such offense. On Jan. 8, 2025, Vancil allegedly failed to register with local authorities within three days after moving from his Sangamon County address, as required under the Sex Offender Registration Act. Vancil had previously been convicted of the same offense in a Madison County case from 2022. The East Alton Police Department presented the case against Vancil, who was granted pretrial release from custody. All individuals charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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WOOD RIVER – A Wood River resident with an extensive criminal past faces new charges after being found with drugs and a firearm. Timothy R. Vanausdoll III, 38, of Wood River, was charged with possession of a firearm by a repeat felony offender (a Class X felony), felon in possession of a weapon (a Class 2 felony) and possession of a controlled substance (a Class 4 felony). On March 5, 2025, Vanausdoll allegedly possessed a Smith & Wesson M&P .45 Shield M2.0 handgun. The weapon was unlawful for him to possess as a felon previously convicted of unlawful possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine in a 2021 Madison County case. A petition to deny his pretrial release states authoritative made contact with Vanausdoll after he was seen exiting stolen vehicle. At the time of these latest offenses, Vanausdoll was reportedly on parole and had an active arrest warrant out of St. Clair County from February of 2025. “Defendant was placed under arrest and found to be in possession

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Mitral valve disease is a condition that affects the mitral valve, causing blood to leak backward or flow too slowly, and can lead to serious heart complications, and treatment options include medications, lifestyle changes, and surgical interventions.

An 18-year-old has been charged with spray-painting racist graffiti on two schools in the Affton School District within the past week.

ST. LOUIS - Residents in the area should prepare for potentially severe thunderstorms on Friday, March 14, 2025, as the National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm risk warning. The storms are expected to bring widespread damaging winds, with gusts exceeding 70 mph possible, according to Marshall Pfahler of the National Weather Service in St. Louis. The threat of tornadoes cannot be ruled out, Pfahler said, and large hail is also a concern. Pfahler emphasized that the most significant risk is associated with damaging winds, which are anticipated to be the primary hazard. The NWS predicted timeframe for these storms is projected to occur between 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. Friday, March 14, 2025. Pfahler noted that the storms are expected to move quickly, impacting locations for only a short period but delivering intense conditions. He advised residents to have a reliable method for receiving weather warnings and to be prepared with a plan in case of severe weather alerts. As

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Letter To The Editor: The residents of Alton are lucky to have Cheryl Ingle as their City Clerk and would be wise to reelect her for a second term. I had the great pleasure of working with Cheryl Ingle in the City’s Community Development Department for several years. Prior to that, I was aware of Cheryl’s friendly disposition and her willingness to help anyone in need, but it wasn’t until I worked alongside her that I became truly aware of her intelligence, vast knowledge and dedication to the City of Alton. Cheryl’s technical expertise regarding government guidelines, her ability to work on complicated budgets, and her immense number of personal contacts were a huge benefit to our department. These skills, abilities and relationships are what have led her through a successful first term as City Clerk. Cheryl possesses all the traits that make someone a great public servant: she has a desire to work for the good of the people of the City of Alton, she is

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ALTON – The Alton Police Department is currently investigating a burglary that took place at Funky Cards and Collectibles shortly after 11 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. Officers responded to a report of a broken window at the store, located at 104 W 3rd Street. Upon their arrival, officers found evidence of further damage inside the business and confirmed that several items had been stolen. No suspects were present at the scene when law enforcement arrived. The case has been assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division of the Alton Police Department, which is actively pursuing leads related to the incident. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the burglary to contact the Alton Police Department at 618-463-3505 ext. 634.

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Bayer within a week will lift the veil of secrecy on some documents detailing its campaign to influence public opinion regarding the safety of its herbicide Roundup, attorneys said Wednesday. In a hearing in Jefferson City before Clifford Cornell, a special master assigned to deal with pre-trial disputes, Bayer attorney Anthony Martinez said records delivered to a plaintiff’s attorney under seal are being reviewed. The hearing focused on 46 of those records, which attorney Matt Clement contends…

A family member and multiple witnesses identified Patrick Sloan as the suspect shown in surveillance video, charging documents say.

Letter To The Editor: I am writing this letter in support of Godfrey Village Clerk, Susan Robbins. I first met Susan in October 2021 at a week-long training. During that week, I was impressed with Susan’s knowledge of City government, her very kind demeanor, and professionalism. My opinion of Susan has not changed since that week, and as I have gotten to know her over the past 4 years, I am 100% confident she is the best choice to continue as the Godfrey Village Clerk. What you may not know is that Susan is a Certified Municipal Clerk. That is an extraordinary accomplishment, and an achievement that requires dedication, determination and a willingness to devote a lot of time outside of work to achieve. In addition to that, she is working on the Masters Municipal Clerk certification, a designation that few Clerks achieve. I am so proud of what she has accomplished and am excited to see what she will accomplish in the future for the Village. Beyond a doubt, Susan Robbins is

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WOOD RIVER — Camden Seibert, a senior at East Alton-Wood River High School, is being recognized for his dedication to baseball, a sport he has played for approximately 10 years. Seibert, who has consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic both in athletics and academics, attributes much of his success to the unwavering support of his mother. Seibert expressed gratitude for his mother's encouragement throughout his baseball journey. "She’s been my biggest supporter throughout my baseball career and I wouldn’t be anywhere without her support and her belief in me through the years," he said. Under the guidance of Coach Tim Bond, Seibert has developed skills that have contributed to his recognition. He noted that balancing sports and academics has honed his time management abilities, allowing him to excel in both areas. Seibert is a Midwest Members Male Athlete of the Month for the Oilers. "You’ll never see me half-working for anything," he said, emphasizing

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The severe storms are expected to spin up 'nocturnal' twisters. Here's why the timing heightens the danger.

The changes will take effect on March 17 as part of the quarterly service change.