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Steve Perry reveals the song he’d like to hear if he appeared in a ‘Stranger Things’ episode
Former Journey frontman Steve Perry has received a lot of media attention thanks to a pair of remixes of his old band's 1983 hit "Separate Ways," which appear on the…
Illinois schools getting ready for the upcoming school year
Many schools in the metro east are getting ready for the first day of school on Monday.
Why is there a giant flag flying over the police union on Hampton?
U.S. House Democrats send sweeping climate, health and tax legislation to Biden
WASHINGTON — The U.S. House on Friday cleared Democrats’ long-sought climate, health care and tax package, sending it to President Joe Biden for his signature. The roughly $750 billion measure is much smaller than the $2 trillion reconciliation package the House originally sent to the Senate in November. The final product left out dozens of […]
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Nightclub shooting in St. Louis kills one, injures three
David Leroy Smith Jr. of Hanley Hills died after being shot at a nightclub called Sweet Timez, 5166 Martin Luther King Drive.
Calhoun Continues Methamphetamine Crackdown, Another Arrested
HARDIN - The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office made another methamphetamine arrest after a traffic stop at 2:34 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 11. The sheriff's office is making every effort it can to eliminate the illegal drug problems in the county with the serious effort. The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on Park Street on Thursday near Barry Street in Hardin. Subsequent to an investigation, the driver, Rabecca L. Townsend, age 56, of Collinsville, Illinois was arrested on the following charges: Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine, Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Operating an Uninsured Motor Vehicle, Speeding. Townsend is currently lodged at Jersey County Jail. All suspect(s) are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Live albums capturing Dio’s 1983, 1987 Donington performances due in September
A pair of archival live albums capturing metal legends Dio performing at the Monsters of Rock festivals in Donington, England, in 1983 and 1987, respectively, will be released September 23…
FOX 2 teams up with St. Louis Crisis Nursery for fundraiser
FOX 2 news anchor Shirley Washington will be participating in the St. Louis Crisis Nursery Celebrity Night fundraiser event to prevent child abuse.
House passes the Inflation Reduction Act, the ‘most significant’ climate bill in US history
It's the “most comprehensive, most complete, most serious climate bill that the Congress has ever passed.”
After decades of raw sewage floods, Illinois pledges $21 million to fix the problem
In the Metro East city of Cahokia Heights, sewer and stormwater systems are often so full that raw sewage seeps into residents’ yards. The city has experienced chronic flooding for two decades, but on August 3, Illinois announced it would spend $21 million to finally fix the problem. Reacting to the news, we hear from resident Sheila Gladney and researcher José Constantine, an assistant professor of geosciences at Williams College.
Washington University began demolition on building Delmar Boulevard
STL Fringe Fest returns for their 11th year spotlighting local artists
STL Fringe Fest spotlights stage acts that are far from the mainstream. In its 11th year, the festival boasts their largest playbill yet with over 40 acts scheduled in venues across St. Louis. St. Lou Fringe president and artistic director Matthew Kerns and comedian Mollie Ambrugey joins St. Louis on the Air to discuss the importance of uplifting local indie artists as audiences and performers return to theaters.
FEMA arrives in a flooded St. Louis
The floodwaters may be gone, but residents in the St. Louis region are still picking up the pieces after historic flooding in late July. In the weeks since, hundreds of flood victims were forced to wait hours at overcrowded aid centers. Now, more help is on the way: This week, teams from FEMA canvassed areas that were hit hard by extreme weather. STLPR reporter Jeremy Goodwin shares his observations from the first day of canvassing, and we hear from two flood victims about their needs as they wait for more resources.
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She Made Everyone Feel Loved: Marti Richards Leaves 40-Year Legacy At Nautilus
ALTON - Marti Richards leaves a 40-year legacy at Nautilus as a manager. Marti was with Richard Drake, the previous owner when the business opened in 1979 by the old Root Beer Stand in Alton on Elm Street. Manager Matt Schulte, Assistant Manager Kaite Lopez, and Drake said Marti was a key part of the Nautilus business from the beginning until the end of her life. Marti died this past Tuesday. Drake said Nautilus moved to the Wilson/Coryell Racquetball Club behind Alton Square Mall for its next stop. “At that time, we also opened Shapin’ Up Health Spa, a women’s only fitness center, on the lower level,” he said. “Marti served as co-manager of the Spa and moved with us in 1981 to the current Nautilus location. Marti continued managing Shapin’ Up, which was located in the Keizer fitness room. She also began teaching aerobic classes. We eventually closed Shapin’ Up & Marti began to work in the Nautilus/cardio center, eventually becoming the manager.
Village Of South Roxana To Partner With Clearwave Fiber For High-Speed Internet Expansion
SOUTH ROXANA - The Village of South Roxana has partnered with Clearwave Fiber and is pleased to announce plans to expand high-speed internet to the village, City Administrator/Police Chief Bob Coles said today. The company features a gigabit download and upload speeds, Clearwave Fiber will bring ten times more speed to consumer doorsteps at a time when fast, reliable Internet is becoming increasingly critical to modern households. "I am excited the village is able to broker a deal to bring another option to our residents when it comes to the internet," Coles said. "I appreciate the Mayor and the Village Board's support in this endeavor which will be a significant investment of $1.5 million into our community by Clearwave Fiber Internet to be available to over 700 homes." Clearwave Fiver is a company that began serving businesses in Southern Illinois in 1996. The expansion into residential areas is part of Clearwave Fiber's long-term goal to bring the most advanced and fastest Internet
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One year after escape, Afghan refugee Zamzama Safi builds new life in Missouri
August 15 marks the one year anniversary of Zamzama Safi’s escape from Afghanistan. The former translator for U.S. forces discusses her new life in St. Peters, Missouri, and her continued worry for her family still living in Afghanistan.
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