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FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS — Lauren Reid-Tamburello was sworn in as a new police officer for the Fairview Heights Police Department, bringing nearly five years of law enforcement experience and a strong commitment to public service to her new role. Reid-Tamburello, a Collinsville native and graduate of Collinsville High School, has a background marked by dedication to community safety and professional excellence. She holds an Associate’s Degree in Administration of Justice and a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Lindenwood University, with plans to pursue a Master’s degree in the near future. Her law enforcement career began at a local police department where she served as a police officer and K-9 handler. During that time, she received multiple merit commendations, including the Southern Illinois Police Chiefs Association’s Life-Saving Award, and was named Officer of the Year in 2023. Prior to her law enforcement career, Reid-Tamburello volunteered

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A sweeping reform to the California Environmental Quality Act has divided environmentalists and climate advocates.

Dolores Johnson, 72, of Caseyville, died in the crash, which took place Tuesday afternoon.

High speed F-1 powerboat racing returns soon to the Mississippi River in Alton. The second annual Alton Midwest Nationals Races will be held July 18-20.

Dawn Tampow, 63, and Ralph Morse, 74, both died Friday after Tampow's southbound gray Kia SUV had entered the northbound lanes of Interstate 55.

The ballot question's title and language are both meant to deceive voters into approving another state-wide abortion ban, the ACLU argues.

According to the latest data on robocalls from the YouMail Robocall Index, the scale of the U.S. robocall problem has grown by another eleven percent year over year. U.S. consumers received just over 4.8 billion robocalls in May. We’ve normalized ceding our primary voice communications platforms to corporations, debt collectors, and scammers, and there’s every […]

Missouri has a specific board to regulate state utilities, and Attorney General Andrew Bailey isn't on it.

The no. 2 in the Archdiocese of St. Louis has been appointed to lead the Archdiocese of Mobile.

JERSEYVILLE — Thomas C. Thompson, former mayor of Grafton and founder of the Alton Flames hockey team, died June 30, 2025, at the age of 84, surrounded by his family. Born Jan. 17, 1941, in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, Thompson was recognized for his diverse contributions as an educational administrator, landscaper, artist, and as a governor-appointed member of the Board of Central Port District, Illinois. Thompson served two terms as mayor of Grafton, where he was instrumental in founding the Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative (MRCTI), a coalition focused on promoting prosperity, sustainability, and economic growth for communities along the Mississippi River. In September 2022, he received the MRCTI Founding Mayor’s Medal at the organization’s 10th annual awards dinner in St. Louis. “I am honored to receive this award,” Thompson said during a Grafton City Council meeting on Sept. 14, 2022. “The MRCTI is a great organization that allows

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For many Guns N' Roses fans in the St. Louis area, July 2 marks a rather historic day when lead singer Axl Rose stormed off a Maryland Heights stage, which ultimately led to a riot that injured 65 fans.

After its stock price closed at $56.65 on Tuesday, Centene announced that afternoon it was scrapping its 2025 guidance, triggering an after-hours sell off.

ALTON - Alton High School senior Trenton Hyman was named a National Merit Finalist for the 2024 academic year. The school recognized him for his exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and extracurricular involvement, placing him among the top-performing students nationwide. The National Merit Scholarship Program annually identifies and honors students who demonstrate outstanding potential for academic success. To become a Finalist, students must first achieve an exceptional score on the PSAT/NMSQT during their junior year, meet rigorous academic and eligibility requirements, and advance through a competitive selection process from Semifinalist to Finalist. All Finalists are eligible for one of 2,500 National Merit $2,500 Scholarships, which are awarded based on skills, accomplishments, and potential for success in rigorous college studies. Stacie Franke, principal of Alton High School, said after Trenton's announcement: “We are incredibly proud of Trenton Hyman for achieving

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A top state budget writer’s push to open a state park in his legislative district remains in limbo after some of the money he sought for the project was cut by Gov. Mike Kehoe.

GRANITE CITY — State Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) and State Representative Amy Elik (111th-Alton) welcomed hundreds of children and their families from across the Metro East to their annual Kids Fair, hosted in Granite City. “This event is a one-stop shop for families to connect with important local and state resources for their children,” said Senator Harriss. “Parents can get helpful information, kids enjoy free activities and treats, and everyone has a great time.” This year’s Kids Fair featured a foam party, face painting, a balloon artist, a touch-a-truck experience, and free vision and hearing screenings. Families also enjoyed free snacks and drinks, thanks to sponsors Kraft, Meridian, Twigs for Kids, and Granite City Route 66. “As legislators, it’s our job to serve the community, whether that’s at the Capitol or right here at home,” said Representative Elik. “Seeing so many local families

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A deputy asked for an ambulance after a "traumatic injury" on Glen Hollow Lane, off St. Albans Road.