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A man was found dead Wednesday morning in the 3900 block of Circle Drive in the Robertsville area.

The former Missouri governor is at least the third statewide Republican this cycle to face accusations of domestic violence.

Dr. Dunagan said people should be enjoying the progress by returning to some normal activities but should also consider some preventative steps.

A Glendale (AZ) police officer (now former police officer… more on that in a bit) isn’t going to be able to walk away from a civil rights lawsuit stemming from excessive force he deployed during a routine traffic stop. An Arizona federal court says there’s enough in dispute that Officer Matt Schneider will have to […]

After an extensive national recruitment process, Peter C. Marsac has been appointed as Maplewood’s new Fire Chief. Marsac was serving as the Interim Fire Chief following the retirement of Terry Merrell in July of 2021. He will oversee the Fire Department’s $3.3 million budget and 20 employees. Marsac has worked with the City’s Fire Department […]

Construction is already underway to turn the Glen Carbon site – the former Foucek tree farm – into Orchard Town Center.

Thank you to everyone who shared a photo of their pup with us!

Private investigator William Tisaby was indicted in 2019 on seven counts. He pleaded guilty Wednesday and was sentenced to probation.

EDWARDSVILLE - Chappy’s is a new fried chicken and burger restaurant in Edwardsville. With walls adorned in automobilia and Americana, the restaurant offers some vintage diner nostalgia and a wide-ranging menu. Formerly known as So’Pasta, Chappy’s is a completely new venture from owner Ryan O’Day in the same location at 1031 Century Drive. Directly next door is Wang Gang, also owned by O’Day. The theme of Chappy’s is “all things American automobile,” with vintage car and service station decor adorning the interior, giving the restaurant a diner-like atmosphere. “We have a lovely dining room that is set to the Route 66 theme for any car lover,” O’Day said. “We want our car-loving theme to really shine through and everyone know we have outstanding burgers and fried chicken.” The Chappy’s menu combines a bit of old and new - in addition to the new fried chicken and burger offerings, there are

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St. Charles Police say the man accused of opening fire into several businesses on N. Main Street late Tuesday evening was asked to leave a bar beforehand.

Opening statements William Tisaby's perjury and evidence tampering trial were set for March 28.

A company connected to the former Missouri House speaker says it has paid millions of dollars more than it bid last summer for the aviation site.

ALTON - Alton Police Officer Elliott Fergurson seems to be the perfect choice to lead the Explorer Program for the Alton Police Department. He has been in his capacity for two years. Elliott, an Alton High and SIUE graduate with a B.A.S. in criminal justice and corrections, served from September 2006 to November 2009 as an M1A1 Armor Crewman (Tanker) in the U.S. Army. He has a Purple Heart from his Army service time in Iraq. Officer Fergurson explained what happened when he was injured in Iraq: “I was on patrol in Baghdad, Iraq, and my stryker (a stryker is a 19-ton, eight-wheeled armored vehicle) got struck by a rocket and it punctured through the inside of the truck. "It sent shrapnel and knocked me unconscious. I had a mild brain injury. I stayed in Iraq after this happened and went back to the front lines.” Elliott said he felt fortunate to be alive after the strike hit his unit." Elliott was a psychological operations specialist in the U.S. Army with the reserves

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Jerry Tovo is a successful commercial photographer, but instead of glossy advertisements or models, his new exhibition at the International Photography Hall of Fame turns the focus on homeless veterans. A former drill sergeant, Tovo discusses his past in the military, the challenges of finding his subjects, and his hopes for change.

A spill from Marathon Petroleum unleashed around 165,000 gallons of crude oil in and around Edwardsville. For nearby residents like Toni Oplt, the environmental disaster raises questions — and concerns about the next spill. The Sierra Club also shares its concerns.

“We got 16 one-gallon bags of meat out of this catch,” laughed Dain. “We’ve fried it, grilled it and made paddlefish tacos the other night. We’ll be having paddlefish for a while!”

Citing the city’s refusal to defend him, a former St. Louis cop has reached a $100,000 settlement in a suit accusing him of stealing from a person he detained.

"Due to the ongoing staffing challenges at our regional carriers, we are not planning to resume those routes," the spokeswoman said.

EDWARDSVILLE — Madison County is continuing to battle litter issues with its Clean Communities Program. During the past year, residents, community groups, and volunteers worked together to pick up litter throughout the county. “Litter was everywhere and the county worked to ‘clean it up,’” Chairman Kurt Prenzler said. Building and Zoning Administrator Chris Doucleff said his department often receives complaints about litter along roads and ditches. “Last year we made picking up litter a priority,” Doucleff said. “And we are doing it again this year.” Doucleff said in March 2021, the county kicked off the Clean Communities litter pick-up program. The grassroots effort took aim at the litter problem by providing the public with resources to assist them in picking up trash. “We offer citizens a resource tool kit,” Doucleff said. The resource tool kit includes reflective safety vests, litter grabbers, gloves, and garbag

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