A new law that went into effect this week seeks to improve how Missouri combats child sex trafficking by preventing underaged survivors from being charged with prostitution and requiring law …
On July 28, flash flooding struck the region for the second time in three days. St. Louis’ West End neighborhood was hit hard. St. Louis native Roslyn Brewer was visiting from California when the torrential rains struck.
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA will try again Saturday to launch its new moon rocket on a test flight, after engine trouble halted the first countdown this week. Managers said Tuesday they are changing fueling procedures to deal with the issue. The 322-foot (98-meter) rocket remains on its pad at Kennedy Space Center, with [...]
Through its partnership with CuriMeta, Washington University said it plans to research cancer, cardiovascular disease, neurodegenerative diseases and other neurological conditions, rare diseases and childhood illnesses.
Police accountability has been a hot topic for years now. Recent events have increased demands for accountability. And, as demands have increased, so have legislative efforts to shield cops from accountability. Arizona lawmakers have been doing what they can for cops for a few years now. With plenty of court precedent upholding a First Amendment […]
ALTON - A semi-truck trailer struck a pole/power lines on Seminary Road at Edwards Street in Alton around 3:52 p.m. on Tuesday. Alton Police Department and Alton Fire Department responded to the scene. No injuries occurred, Alton Deputy Police Chief Jarrett Ford said. Ameren Illinois has been contacted to address the power lines that were knocked down. Ford recommended motorists and residents avoid the area until the power lines can be addressed and lanes cleared for traffic. He said Alton Police continue to investigate the crash.
Ford will be cremated and a memorial mass will be celebrated on Sept. 7 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church at 7148 Forsyth Boulevard in University City.
ALTON - Scarlett Eades and Lauren Massey are sophomores on the Alton High girls’ tennis team and head coach Jesse Macias has strong expectations for both of them. This past summer, the girls placed second in a double category in the Andy Simpson Tournament. The girls teamed up to win the Riverbend Open by defeating teammates Finley Haynes and Ellie Enos in the finals. "Both girls are multi-sport athletes at Alton High," Coach Macias said. "Both girls came out as freshmen and had not really played tennis at all. They were just two athletic girls looking for something to do in the fall. I could see that they had some potential but we had a really big team last year and I did not expect their season to go so well. But they both have great attitudes and work ethics and they just kept getting better as the season went on. "Scarlett and Lauren just kept winning wherever we put them. It was a lot of fun to watch.” Scarlett plays tennis, basketball, and soccer for Alton. Lauren
GODFREY – Three full-time faculty members have joined Lewis and Clark Community College for the 2022-2023 academic year. “We’re excited to welcome three new professionals to our faculty,” said Vice President of Academic Affairs Sue Czerwinski. “Each will bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the classroom and will be a great asset to our students.” Alicia Bolin, Dental Programs Instructor Bolin worked at Lewis and Clark as an adjunct before becoming a full-time Dental Assisting and Hygiene instructor in January 2022. She is a graduate of Lewis and Clark’s 1+1 dental program, earning her dental assisting certificate in 2007 and Associate in Applied Science in Dental Hygiene in 2008. Bolin holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, and Healthcare Management and is pursuing a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction. She is dedicated to connecting oral health and overall health, as well as advocating for access
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