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Join SMRLD to celebrate National Library Week with a screening of a new PBS documentary, "Free for All." The film explores how public libraries shaped this country and continue to […]

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Storms rolled across the metro this afternoon, bringing strong wind gusts, some hail and heavy rain. 

A man pleaded guilty Wednesday to fraudulently obtaining a student visa, using it to get a Social Security card and collect $49,000 in benefits in Missouri.

ALTON — Old Bakery Beer Company is bringing the community together once again for Riverbend Earth Day 2025 on Saturday, April 19, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. This annual event highlights environmental education, local artisans, live music by Beth Bombara and Universal Groove Society, plus craft beers, all in the heart of historic Downtown Alton, at 300 Landmarks Blvd. The event is free to attend, with food, drinks, and sustainable goods available for purchase. Now in its 14th year, Riverbend Earth Day continues to grow in attendance and impact. Old Bakery Beer Company co-owner Lauren Pattan shared, “This event is a highlight of the year for us and our community. We are proud to bring together people who share our passion for sustainability and environmental stewardship.” Environmental Education & Sustainability in Action More than 30 local environmental organizations and vendors will be on-site, offering educational experiences, interactive activities, and eco-friendly

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The U.S. House passed a bill Thursday to require voters to provide proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote, approving a Republican priority over the objections of Democrats who said the bill would only create hurdles for eligible voters without actually improving fraud protection. The 220-208 vote sent the measure to the U.S. Senate, where […]

The Breckenridge Hills Police Department and CrimeStoppers are calling for the public’s help surrounding a homicide.

Bruce Sommer, a former head of the America's Center convention complex in downtown St. Louis, died April 6 at age 83.

Chevy Gall died in a car crash while responding to a water rescue call

Bon Jovi is set to perform together for the first time since 2024.The New Jersey rockers are set to play an “intimate private performance" as part of a tour package…

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From St. Louis Post-Dispatch:  Four cities grappling with growth concerns in St. Charles County have new mayors. Voters in Lake Saint Louis, Dardenne Prairie and Foristell picked new leaders for their cities after the current mayors opted to not run for reelection. Voters in Cottleville backed Stephen Thompson, a challenger with an aggressive anti-development agenda, […]

Missouri House Representatives voted unanimously on Thursday for HB 516, a radioactive waste investigation bill.

Westbound lanes on Interstate 64 in Lake St. Louis were closed Thursday afternoon due to a car fire.

JERSEYVILLE – With construction well underway, the splash pad and bathhouse proposed in the Phase 2 improvements to Wittman Park in Jerseyville are officially taking shape. On Thursday afternoon, workers with Stutz Excavating, LLC could be seen at Wittman Park pouring concrete for the splash pad and constructing the future bathhouse. Construction on the site first began in February of 2025 after Stutz was awarded the nearly $1.5 million bid for the project in late 2024. The splash pad itself will be built in the shape of Jersey County, adding an unmistakable local charm to the project. Renderings of the splash pad and bathhouse were shown at a “workshop” meeting between city officials on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. “We started on this in February and things are going well construction,” Public Works Director Bob Manns said. “The blue area you see there, of course, is the outline of Jersey County … that was a nice touch and that’s

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