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All four men face stealing, burglary and property damage charges in St. Charles County. They also face charges in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, officials said.

GREENE COUNTY — The Greene County Historical & Genealogical Society has been awarded grant funding to develop the Porch Stories Project, a digital oral history and community memory project focused on preserving the stories, photographs, and lived experiences of people connected to Greene County. The Porch Stories Project will collect recorded interviews, community-submitted photographs, local memories, and stories from across the county. The project is designed to honor the everyday lives

If approved by voters, the city would raise the property tax rate. The funding will help pay to replace the oldest of the city's two existing fire stations.

MACKINAW, Ill. — Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) paid tribute to our nation’s fallen servicemembers at the Mackinaw American Legion “Emery Whisler” Post #607 Memorial Day Observance Ceremony. Duckworth joined local leaders including Village President Josh Schmidgall, Post 607 Commander Stu Schmidgall, Post 607 Vice Commander Tom Neely as well as Veterans and servicemembers at the Mackinaw Township Cemetery to honor those who were killed in the line

MADISON COUNTY - Illinois State Police said one person was killed and another was injured Friday afternoon, May 22, 2026, in a two-vehicle crash on Illinois 4 at Rose Road in Madison County. ISP Troop 8 responded to the scene at about 3:36 p.m. Friday after a reported fatal crash involving a truck-tractor semi-trailer and a passenger vehicle, according to preliminary information released by police. One occupant was pronounced dead, and one occupant was taken to an area hospital with injuries,

ST. LOUIS — As we move toward Memorial Day, the American Red Cross calls on people to schedule their blood or platelet donation appointments now to help medical centers stay ready and respond quickly to emergencies. Having blood products immediately available is a key part of summer safety. With millions of Americans expected to hit the road around Memorial Day and spend time boating, swimming, camping and enjoying the outdoors, the risk of traumatic accidents rises. Blood and platelets

ST. LOUIS COUNTY - St. Louis County Police said Tuesday, May 26, 2026, that a man killed after being struck by a vehicle near West Florissant Avenue and Carl Avenue in Jennings has been identified as Terrence Covington, 40, of the 5700 block of Hodiamont Avenue in Jennings. The St. Louis County Police Department said detectives with the Bureau of Crimes Against Persons and Accident Reconstruction are investigating the fatal collision, which happened at 1:44 a.m. Friday, May 23, 2026, near

The Madison County State's Attorney Office announced charges Tuesday morning in a murder case from three decades ago.

ALTON - Alton Main Street proudly announces their lineup of regional musicians that have been booked to perform throughout the organization’s 2026 event season. Get ready to enjoy the sounds of live music floating through the air in historic Downtown Alton! Nine weeks of live bands have been scheduled for the Night Market on Broadway, which takes place every Thursday in June and July from 7:00-10:00 p.m. Offering a diverse mix of styles and sounds, there’s something for everyone

RALEIGH – Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 8 Special Agents arrested 41-year-old Justin D. Maloney of Raleigh, IL, for First Degree Murder (Class M Felony) following a homicide investigation conducted at the request of the Saline County Sheriff’s Office. On May 20, 2026, shortly after 9 p.m., the Saline County Sheriff's Office responded to a 911 call reference a residential burglary in progress at a residence on Chapel Road in Raleigh, IL. Upon

A surge in voluntary departure agreements in immigration courts is raising concerns that Trump administration tactics are unfairly pressuring immigrants into leaving the United States, even if they have a legal right to stay. Voluntary departures during the second Trump administration reached 89,494 cases as of May 1, according to a Stateline analysis of immigration […]

The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department is pushing for a new "drone as first responder" program that would deploy drones for emergencies and to provide aerial support before officers arrive on scene.

Optimistic people are not the ones who ignore problems. In many cases, they are the ones who notice problems clearly and still believe something can be done about them. That idea gets at the heart of the psychology of optimism. Optimism is often mistaken for cheerfulness, blind positivity, or a “good vibes only” attitude. But in psychology, optimism is something more practical. It is a general expectation that the future can turn out well, especially when effort, learning, and persistence

ALTON – For the 15th consecutive year, Simmons Hanly Conroy has renewed its platinum sponsorship of the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO), reaffirming a partnership that has made the firm the nonprofit's longest-running corporate supporter. Simmons Hanly Conroy is widely recognized as one of the nation's largest mass torts firms and a leader in the legal representation of mesothelioma patients and their families. The renewed sponsorship reflects the firm's ongoing investment

Robots are being spotted at City Museum just in time for the VEX Robotics World Championship being held April 21-30 at the America's Center convention complex in St. Louis. These […]

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For more than 150 years, St. Louisans have entrusted the Missouri Historical Society with countless objects: photographs, diaries, home movies, clothing, books – items that future generations can turn in […]

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