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COLLINSVILLE – Beginning with the 2025-26 school year, Collinsville Community Unit School District #10 students in grades K-12 will not be charged admission to any home athletic events held on a district campus. The new policy was approved by the Board of Education at their July 21, 2025 meeting. Students in grades 7-12 must present a valid school ID. Students in grades K-6 who must show their Skyward access to the ticket taker at the gate. Note: All students in grades K-8 must be accompanied by an adult to gain entry. The initiative aligns with the Kahok Athletic Department’s ongoing commitment to foster a strong, supportive and passionate school culture. The goal is to encourage student attendance at athletic events, which will hopefully lead to greater student interest and participation in athletic programs as they progress through school. “By removing the financial barrier to attendance, we believe this move will significantly enrich the school experience for

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MADISON COUNTY — Madison County Sheriff Jeff Connor announced today his reelection campaign, marking a continued commitment to public safety, innovation in law enforcement, and the community he’s proudly served for four decades. “With 40 years in law enforcement, I've seen firsthand the power of community collaboration, the importance of accountability, and the need for steady leadership,” said Sheriff Connor. “I’m proud of the progress we’ve made, and I’m ready to keep working to protect and serve the people of Madison County.” Sheriff Connor’s tenure has been defined by proactive policing, enhanced officer training programs, modernization of department systems, and a focus on mental health initiatives. Under his leadership, the Sheriff’s Office has built stronger ties with local organizations, prioritized transparency, and made measurable improvements in neighborhood safety. His reelection campaign will emphasize continue

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TOPEKA (KSNT) - Law enforcement say a missing Topeka child has been found safe in another state following a recent AMBER Alert. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) reported a missing local two-year-old was located safe. Law enforcement in Mattoon, Illinois found the child and suspect at 12:25 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22. The Topeka [...]

According to a Missouri Attorney General press release, Andrew Bailey has announced that Richard Renno has resigned from his duties following a petition for a writ of quo warranto.

Billy Joel has shared his thoughts on The Beatles’ 1968 self-titled ninth studio album, commonly referred to as the White Album, and they aren't positive.During his appearance on Bill Maher’s Club Random…

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A Missouri State Park Ranger was arrested over the weekend for child sexual assault.

Imo's Pizza has listed its St. Louis headquarters and production facility for sale.

BELLEVILLE — A collaboration between the Illinois State Police (ISP) and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) is advancing investigations into cold homicide cases while offering hands-on experience for criminal justice students. Students and ISP agents reviewed the 2011 shooting death of Truman Smith in East St. Louis. Smith was shot while making a delivery and later died at a hospital. On May 22, 2025, 34-year-old Alan Davis of East St. Louis was charged with first-degree murder related to the case. Davis is currently incarcerated at Graham Correctional Center in Hillsboro on an unrelated 2012 aggravated battery conviction. The partnership has contributed to identifying women involved in Jane Doe cases linked to serial killer Maury Travis. Three bodies found along Illinois roadways in 2002— previously unidentified — were confirmed through forensic efforts supported by the collaboration. ISP entered these cases into the National Missing and Unidentified

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JERSEYVILLE – A domestic dispute between two armed relatives from Jerseyville has lead to domestic battery and weapon charges against both individuals. James R. England, 33, of Jerseyville, was charged with reckless discharge of a firearm and aggravated assault/discharge firearm, both Class 4 felonies, on July 15, 2025. He was also charged with a Class A misdemeanor count of domestic battery/bodily harm. England allegedly “endangered the bodily safety of several people in the immediate area” by firing a weapon in a reckless manner, with charging documents stating “the projectile could have struck and injured or killed any of the persons” in the area. He is accused of firing the weapon during an assault on a family member, Dylen J. Bauza, who he also reportedly struck about the face and body with his fist. Bauza, 23, also of Jerseyville, was charged on July 15, 2025 with a Super Class 3 felony count of unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon and a

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A Chesterfield man allegedly recorded himself pouring gasoline on a groundhog and lighting it on fire in his backyard.

CAHOKIA HEIGHTS — An 11-year-old juvenile was critically wounded in a shooting Monday afternoon on Andrews Drive in Cahokia Heights, authorities said. Cahokia Heights Police responded at 3:29 p.m. on Monday, July 21, 2025, to the 1600 block of Andrews Drive following reports of a shooting. The juvenile was transported to a local hospital and remains in critical condition. The Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis was called in to assist with the investigation. Lieutenant Tim Lawrence of the Madison County Sheriff's Office is leading the operation. Officials are seeking information from the public related to the incident. Tips can be submitted to the Major Case Squad Command Post at (618) 332-4277 or to Crime Stoppers at 1-866-371-8477. The command post is located at the Cahokia Heights Police Department.

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Democratic politicians have a chronic problem: they keep accepting Republican framing instead of creating their own. They run scared of Fox News, moderate their positions to appease the unappeasable, and let political consultants convince them that authenticity is dangerous. They are so worried about how Fox News will portray anything they say, they try not […]

The Compton Hill Water Tower in St. Louis, a French Romanesque-style water tower built in 1899, was restored in 1999 and offers visitors a great view of the city from the top of its 198 steps, though it is currently closed due to maintenance issues.

TROY — Approximately 300 feet of Country Lane in Troy will be fully closed from Thursday, July 31, 2025, through Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025, to allow for necessary reconstruction work, officials announced. The closure will begin at the intersection of Troy-O'Fallon Road. Residents affected by the closure and motorists traveling east of Troy-O'Fallon Road on Country Lane are advised to use a detour route: take Country Lane east to Baurer Road, then head north on Baurer Road to access Highway 40. Kilian Co., the contractor responsible for the project, said the work is essential for improving roadway safety and minimizing the duration of disturbances. “We kindly request the forbearance and understanding of all residents and motorists during this time,” a company said. During daily operations, residents within the closure may experience temporary loss of access to their driveways. Additionally, there will be a drop in elevation greater than one foot as crews reconstruct

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Republicans’ “big, beautiful bill” requires states to implement a work requirement for most adults on Medicaid.

BRUSSELS - On May 16, 2025, at 9:46 p.m., a Deputy Sheriff with the Calhoun County Sheriff's Office conducted a citizen contact near the boat ramp located on Pohlman Slough, in Brussels, Calhoun County, Ill. Subsequent to an investigation, a suspect, April L. McGee, aged 38, of Alton, Ill. was arrested for the following offenses: Possession of Methamphetamine (Less than 5 Grams) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia Driving Uner the Influence - Alcohol Driving Under the Influence - Drugs Illegal Transportation of Alcohol - Driver McGee was arrested without incident and released with a Notice to Appear at a later date at the Calhoun County Courthouse. All suspect(s) are innocent until proven guilty.

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