For most parents, the news of twins is a once-in-a-lifetime surprise. For Solita Drone, it has become something of a family tradition.
Drone gave birth to her third set of twins on July 29, bringing her total number of children to eight — four boys and four girls.
UPDATE: A 45-year-old man was arrested in connection with this incident. He has been charged with Hindering Prosecution of Felony and Tampering with Evidence in a Felony Prosecution by the Circuit Attorney’s Office. UPDATE: The 70-year-old man has been identified as Herbert Nelson. Homicide Detectives are investigating the death of a man found on August […]
STAUNTON — Melissa S. Bruhn, 48, of Staunton, was charged on August 25, 2025, with Aggravated Battery on a Police Officer following an incident the previous day. According to court documents, Bruhn allegedly pushed a Staunton police officer while he was performing his official duties on August 24. Authorities have not released additional details about the circumstances surrounding the incident. Bruhn is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Def Leppard has revealed their 2026 summer plans.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers have announced dates for a new U.K. and European tour, featuring special guest Extreme on select dates.The tour is…
Illinois veterans and the Illinois Freedom Caucus are speaking out against the deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago, while Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor JB Pritzker reject the idea, citing federal overreach and potential danger.
VIRDEN, Ill. — Jeffrey A. Bates, 28, of Virden, was charged with three counts of child pornography after law enforcement discovered videos on his computer in December 2024. Bates, who resides in the 100 block of Stelle Court, faces class X felony charges that allege he knowingly possessed material depicting a child under the age of 18. The charges were filed on August 26, 2025, by the Macoupin County State's Attorney's Office in conjunction with the Illinois Attorney General's Office. If convicted, Bates could face six to 30 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections and an additional three years to life on mandatory supervised release. Authorities emphasize that all individuals charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. All individuals charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Dave Grohl made a surprise appearance at the cover band Chevy Metal's concert in Agoura Hills, California, on Saturday.Chevy Metal was cofounded by late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins and currently…
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Two teenagers have been charged for allegedly carjacking their friend and the child's foster dad over the weekend, according to records. Terrell Harris Jr. and Marcus Hayes III, both 18 years old, have both been charged with vehicle hijacking and armed criminal action. According to officials, a man was taking [...]
The City of St. Louis was founded more than more than 260 years ago and is currently home to around 300,000 residents. Yet, many locals might not know or remember the story behind its namesake.
President Donald Trump’s move to send National Guard troops and U.S. Marines to quell immigration protests in Los Angeles this summer violated a federal law against military members conducting domestic law enforcement, a federal judge in California ruled early Tuesday. The ruling from Senior U.S. District Judge Charles R. Breyer represents an obstacle to any […]
The Who’s rock opera Quadrophenia debuted as a ballet in the U.K. back in May, and now the production is coming to America.Pete Townshend’s Quadrophenia, A Rock Ballet is set to run at New York…
O'FALLON, IL. – If labor gaps are not addressed, the manufacturing industry is expected to have a shortfall of 1.9 million workers nationwide by 2033, reinforcing the critical need for innovative strategies to recruit the next generation of talent and build the aerospace manufacturing pipeline. A panel discussion – held during the inaugural Global Aerospace Summit at the Regency Conference Center in O'Fallon, Ill., on Aug. 14 – brought together workforce innovators from across Illinois to share best practices and success stories that are reshaping how students and job seekers engage with careers in both aviation and advanced manufacturing. The panel featured a slate of individuals deeply embedded in workforce development, including Mitch Dickey, State Workforce Manager for Transfr, a leading workforce education company; Tony Fuhrmann, Director of Employment and Training for Madison County, Ill.; which administers the Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act funds
When you read about Adam Raine’s suicide and ChatGPT’s role in helping him plan his death, the immediate reaction is obvious and understandable: something must be done. OpenAI should be held responsible. This cannot happen again. Those instincts are human and reasonable. The horrifying details in the NY Times and the family’s lawsuit paint a […]
The child's father told police an unknown person fired shots from outside into the home. Detectives are investigating the circumstances of the incident, police said.
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ALTON — An accident occurred Sunday afternoon, Aug. 31, 2025, at the intersection of East 20th Street and Piasa Street in Alton, prompting a traffic detour and the response of the Alton Police and Fire Departments. The incident took place on Aug. 31, 2025, with pictures of the scene captured at 3:25 p.m. Traffic was rerouted away from the intersection while an ambulance was present at the scene. There did not appear to be serious injuries sustained in the crash. The photos were provided by Charlie Schlueter.
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