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TROY – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that intermittent daytime lane closures will take place on Illinois 4 from Illinois 143 to the St. Clair County line, weather permitting, on Wednesday, Oct. 8. The lane closures are necessary for the evaluation of pavement conditions. Drivers are urged to reduce speed, be alert for changing conditions, obey all signage and refrain from using mobile devices while approaching and traveling through the work zone. For IDOT District 8 updates, follow us on the social media platform X at @IDOTDistrict8 or view area construction details on IDOT’s traveler information map on GettingAroundIllinois.com.

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This administration is so comfortable with its power and so self-assured in its actions that it can’t even be bothered to engage in basic operational security. This dates all the way back to Trump’s first term, when the president casually (and unofficially) declassified information by posting it to Twitter, routinely refused to attend national security […]

Stifel acknowledged on Monday the company had completed a "small restructuring within our technology group."

Homicide Detectives are investigating a shooting that occurred on September 18, 2025 in Mount Pleasant.

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Gov. Pritzker Issues Statement On Texas National Guard Deployment To Illinois CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker released the following statement after the Illinois National Guard was informed that the Texas National Guard is preparing deployments to Illinois: “This evening, President Trump is ordering 400 members of the Texas National Guard for deployments to Illinois, Oregon, and other locations within the United States. No officials from the federal government called me directly to discuss or coordinate. “We must now start calling this what it is: Trump’s Invasion. It started with federal agents, it will soon include deploying federalized members of the Illinois National Guard against our wishes, and it will now involve sending in another state’s military troops. ? “I call on Governor Abbott to immediately withdraw any support for this decision and refuse to coordinate. There is no reason a President should send military troops

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Today's high reaches 84 degrees with a low of 63. Expect partly sunny skies mixing with clouds and very warm conditions. Late this afternoon, a thunderstorm or two may pop up, so be prepared for possible slippery roads due to rain. Nighttime will continue with some thunderstorms scattered around, with lows staying at a mild 63, feeling cool at night. No watches or warnings are in effect at this time. Allergy alert: Mold and ragweed levels are moderate, so allergy sufferers should take it easy or keep allergy meds handy. Tomorrow's outlook calls for cooler weather with a high near 70 and a low of 46. You can expect mostly cloudy skies with a chance of morning thunderstorms. The day will be cooler and cloudier than today, with some light rain possible. For more weather details, check out https://riverbender.com/weather

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SPONSORED – The Missouri History Museum recently received a new collection of the most iconic and treasured artifacts—from photos, diaries, home movies, clothes, and more, all donated by St. Louisans over the last 150+ years. Sponsored content disclaimer: The information and advice displayed in this story are those of individual sponsors or guests and not [...]

Join us for a playful twist on bingo – Aquarium style!  Instead of numbers, we’ll call out amazing animals that live here at the Aquarium. Kids can match them on their […]

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For this exhibition, the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum spotlights more than 50 works from the Shah Garg Collection, which is committed to amplifying the voices and visions of women […]

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COLLINSVILLE/EAST ST. LOUIS – Ameren Illinois is taking another step forward in its modernization of the electric grid in East St. Louis with the installation of new smart switches and stronger electric infrastructure. Work is currently underway to relocate power poles and power lines from an easement out to a nearby road for improved access and maintenance in the Lansdowne neighborhood. In addition, the new power lines will add capacity to the local grid. The added capacity is similar to expanding a two-lane highway to a four-lane highway. Smart switches, known as IntelliRupters, are also being added. These devices work in tandem with other outage detection devices to isolate outages and reduce the length of service disruptions while reducing the number of customers who experience an outage. “The IntelliRupters we are installing in East St. Louis allow us to reroute power when there is a problem and minimize how many customers are affected by the power outage. It i

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ALTON — On Friday, October 3, 2025, Meghan Bustos and her daughter, Grace, were involved in a severe car accident on Homer Adams Parkway in Alton. The Alton Police Department responded to the collision at approximately 9:05 p.m. on Oct. 3. The Alton Police said the teen driver, identified as Grace Bustos of Alton, was pronounced dead at the scene. Her mother, Meghan Bustos, who was also in the vehicle, was airlifted to a hospital in the St. Louis area and is currently in stable condition. Meghan Bustos sustained multiple fractures and a lacerated kidney and was airlifted to a hospital, where she is currently in the intensive care unit. Meghan’s sister, Kerry Hursey, described the incident as a life-altering event for the family. “In an instant, our lives were flipped upside down,” she said. Meghan is expected to remain in the ICU for at least a week and faces a long recovery ahead. The family is also coping with the financial strain caused by medical bills

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Anheuser-Busch has a storied history. With a legacy that transcends beer, the company takes particular pride in its team of Clydesdales. On this one-hour tour, you can get up close […]

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RIVERTON - Marquette Catholic High School’s girls volleyball team captured its first Riverton Fall Classic championship after sweeping all four matches Friday, Oct. 3, 2025, and Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, in Riverton. The Marquette girls volleyball team members are Tucker's Automotive Repair & Tire Female Athletes of the Month. The tournament marked Marquette’s fifth appearance since 2019. The team defeated Peoria High 2-0 on Friday with set scores of 25-11 and 25-12. Key contributors included Karly Davenport, who recorded eight service points, three aces, four kills and a block, and Mia Moore with six service points and three aces. Ella Tesson and Reese Bechtold each added four kills. Later Friday, Marquette won against Payson-Seymour High 2-0 (25-18, 25-12). Ella Tesson led with five kills, while Sharon Dugas and Reese Bechtold contributed four kills apiece. Alex Stephan posted nine service points on 12 serves and 17 service receptions, and Davenport added six service

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SAUGET/ALTON - You have the chance to watch professional wrestling close to home. On Oct. 4, 2025, Pro Wrestling Epic will present “From Dusk Till Dawn III” at Pop’s in Sauget, Illinois. This will be followed by a match on Nov. 1, 2025, at the Franklin Lodge in Alton. The Morning Star Bax stopped by “Our Daily Show!” with C.J. Nasello to share his perspective on pro wrestling and his plans to win. “It’s honestly been a wonderful ride. It’s been a dream come true, and I’m excited to do more,” Bax said. “I’m excited to take on that entire locker room and take home the gold.” Bax came on the scene in December in Alton last year. He quickly rose to the top of the Pro Wrestling Epic organization, taking on guys like Camaro Jackson and Heath Slater. On Oct. 4 at Pop’s, Bax will compete against EagleEye. He looks forward to “breaking the bird.” “He thinks he can fly, but

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