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The Denver-based customer service company Startek reported to the state that it would lay off hundreds of workers in Farmington, due to unforeseen circumstances.

The crash happened near Eastbound Illinois Route 143 at SIU Northern Access Road, according to Madison County Coroner's Office.

While they’re not impervious, at least you know where you stand with a good, old fashioned dumb lock. That’s in stark contrast to so-called “smart” locks, which studies have repeatedly shown to be easily compromised with minimal effort. One report showed that 12 of 16 smart locks they tested could be relatively easily hacked thanks to flimsy […]

The latest edition of U.K. newspaper The Sunday Times' annual Rich List has just been unveiled and, as usual, Paul McCartney is ranked among the wealthiest musicians in his homeland…

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Police are investigating an attempted break-in at Mayor Tishaura Jones' home. The incident happened Thursday afternoon around 3:30 a.m.

A Kimpton Hotel, Staybridge Suites, and apartment building could be the three components that finally start to reconnect Downtown West to...

The Albion West End development at the corner of Kingshighway and Lindell in the Central West End will be taking a big step forward on...

An ATM that held an estimated $23,000 was swiped from a hospital break room in Richmond Heights, police said. A man who left a note apologizing for the 'inconvenience' has been charged in the case.

Located at Schnuck Family Plaza in the center of the Zoo. Jungle Boogie is one of the many events and activities you can enjoy during Prairie

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This article originally ran on StlToday.com on May 19, 2022.  Local general contractor Alberici Constructors Inc. expected to wait years to bid for the Mississippi River dam project in Winfield. But thanks to the $1 trillion federal infrastructure deal, the Army Corps of Engineers moved the upgrade of Lock and Dam 25 to 2022. The project is a trickle of what […]

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EAST ALTON - Mayor Darren Carlton of East Alton has spent years in public service from his days in law enforcement to now as leader of the village. East Alton Public Works Director Mike Moore said one of Darren's missions as mayor is to connect with youth and families and at 10 a.m. on Saturday in East Alton they have a great break-out event with warm weather here. A Kids To Park Day is set in East Alton on Saturday and will be free because of some fundraising, and Abundant Life Church will provide a Bounce House for kids, Moore said. "There will be free food and games at the event, which should be fun for all," Moore added. The event is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Keasler Complex. In the case of rain will be inside at the Keasler Center. The complex is located at 615 Third Street in East Alton. "This is the first time we have done this, but it is really a chance to do this and do something for the village," Moore said.

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NOAA expects unusually hot temperatures across all 50 states.

Several tornadoes ripped through Missouri and Illinois during Thursday's severe weather outbreak in the St. Louis region

Twelve years! That’s how long the Riverbender Community Center (RBCC) has been a proud pillar of this community. After twelve extremely successful years, the current Riverbender Community Center founder and executive board will be stepping down and the CommunityCenter will close its doors this Friday, May 20, 2022, following the completion of the last Friday Night Open Play. “It has been an amazing run and I’ve enjoyed every minute of my time spent with the Riverbender Community Center. From collaborating with local business owners, non-profit organizations, and individual donors in the development of the Center over a decade ago, to working with our volunteers and the kids on Friday nights - every moment has been a gift. Seeing the smiles and hearing the laughs, and watching them participate in what we have created has been as rewarding as just about anything in my life. I am blessed and proud to have had this opportunity to serve my community in this special

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A man died this week after a shooting in the 2900 block of Coppercreek Court in Ferguson, police said.

ALTON - Marquette Catholic officials announced Friday that the Explorers Club Gala and Auction, held March 26, 2022, set a record with a profit of $126,890. The annual event started in the early 1990s. “The auction dinner is a very important event for us," Marquette Catholic Principal Tim Harmon said. "On behalf of our students, I want to express our appreciation for the great support we received from our parents, alumni, and the Marquette community. I want to thank all the parents in the Explorers Club who helped make the auction such a success. I’m already looking forward to next year’s event.” Explorers Club President and Auction Co-Chair Monica Ellerbracht said: "We want to thank all of our sponsors, volunteers, and those who attended the event. The annual event raises funds to help offset school expenses. “The actual cost of attendance is nearly $2,000 more than what we charge in tuition and fees. Those dollars have to come from somewhere. Auction

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