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ALTON/GRANITE CITY – Men from Alton and Granite City face felony charges in separate criminal cases of domestic violence. Garrett E. Redden, 19, of Granite City, was charged on Aug. 1, 2025 with a Class 2 felony count of aggravated domestic battery, a Class 3 felony count of theft, and a Class A misdemeanor count of domestic battery. On July 31, 2025, Redden allegedly intentionally strangled a household or family member before throwing them to the ground, causing bodily harm. Redden was also accused of stealing the victim’s iPhone from them, valued at over $500. The Granite City Police Department presented the case against Redden, who was ordered remanded to jail until his initial appearance in court. Daniel L. McKee, 28, of Alton, was charged in a separate case on July 29, 2025 with a Class 4 felony count of possession of a controlled substance and one count each of domestic battery and battery, both Class A misdemeanors. McKee reportedly struck a family or household

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From St. Louis Public Radio: About 1,000 construction workers in the U.S. died as a result of work injuries in 2022. That same year, there were 5,200 deaths by suicide and 17,100 from overdoses among construction workers. The peer support group and 24/7 hotline LEAN-STL was launched in 2023 to bring those numbers down. Since then, utilization of […]

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WASHINGTON — The House Committee on Oversight issued subpoenas Tuesday for testimony from former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, among other ex-government officials from both Democratic and Republican administrations, regarding knowledge of Florida sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Committee Chair James Comer of Kentucky also subpoenaed the U.S. Department of Justice for […]

Up to $480 million has been approved for use in a project with Universal Music to revitalize a historic area of Downtown Kansas City. Port KC announced on Monday, July 28, that the Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to issue bonds and authorize a new development in the 800 block of Grand Blvd. “It’s […]

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DOW - The Tri-County Antique Club will host their 34th annual Olden Days Festival with demonstrations, vendors, tractor pulls and lots of fun. On Aug. 23 and 24, 2025, community members from across the region can travel to 23946 State Highway 3 in Dow for the festival, which will run from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Attendees can enjoy threshing and sawmilling demonstrations, a garden tractor pull, a pedal tractor pull for kids, the blacksmith shop and more fun all weekend. “We really try to cater to family fun and have things to do for the kids,” said Tom Bechtold, one of the organizers. Bechtold noted that breakfast will be served from 7–10 a.m. both days, and then they will sell barbecue pork chops, pulled pork and other favorites for lunch. At 9 a.m. on Sunday, people can attend a Country Church sermon, followed by a car show at 11 a.m. and a plowing demonstration at 1 p.m. The Flautt Building Museum is home to many

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A 41-year-old father was charged with child abuse after allegedly punching a teenager while he was experiencing a seizure, resulting in a concussion and jaw pain.

ROXANA - Roxana High School is a school that prides itself on student-athlete excellence in the classroom. The Roxana High School girls basketball squad in 2024-2025 was a perfect example of that, as every member earned high honors or honor roll recognition. "We are proud of these student-athletes," Roxana High School Athletic Director Mark Briggs said at the time of the recognition. The girls are recognized as Midwest Members Credit Union Athletes of the Month. The Roxana girls are primed for a solid season in 2025-2026 as the new school year is about to unfold. Those listed on the 2024-2025 roster were: Zayda Oller, Ava Strohmeier, Ava Cherry, Lexi Ryan, Mikala Murphy, Mia Skinner, Alyssa Luck, Josie Brannon, Karsyn Kamp, Hannah Steinback, Kylee Slayden, Tatum Shaw, Madison Herrin, Daisy Daughtery, Leah Newton, Josie Janes, and Hayley Schlemer. The Roxana girls' achievement was one of the strongest accomplishments of any athletic team in the 2024-2025 school year, as the new year

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The Rock Hill Police Department has issued an Endangered Silver Advisory for a 77-year-old man this afternoon. 

From McCarthy: McCarthy Building Companies has been awarded the next major phase of Reno Tahoe International Airport’s (RNO) historic MoreRNO Infrastructure Program—the construction of the airport’s New Gen A & B Concourses. This transformative work is the largest capital project in the airport’s history and marks a critical step in preparing RNO to meet the […]

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An announcement from Shawnee Public Schools in Oklahoma indicates Dominguez was already considering employment at at least one other district while reaching a deal to separate with Francis Howell.

CHICAGO — A lucky Illinois iLottery player is now a believer after recently claiming a $1.1 million Lucky Day Lotto jackpot at the Illinois Lottery Prize Center in Rockford. “I received an email saying that I won, but with so many email scams out there, I thought it was fake,” said the winner, who playfully dubbed himself ‘ My Hole-in-One. ’ “Even after checking the winning numbers and calling the Illinois Lottery, I still wasn’t convinced. As the old saying goes—‘the hay's not in the barn yet.’” The lucky winner matched all five numbers—14-22-23-32-36—in the Lucky Day Lotto midday drawing on Sunday, July 27 , scoring the $1.1 million jackpot. “I was out on the golf course a few days before I claimed the prize when it finally hit me—I really did win,” he shared. “Tears came to my eyes. It was incredibly moving.” When asked how he plans to use his newfound fortune, My

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Anyone with the tiniest bit of humanity would have found a better way to mass deportations, if they even felt compelled to do it all. Under Trump, the extra layers of cruelty are an essential part of the package — something that piles the deliberate infliction of misery on top of the thick crust of […]

Lawrence Group’s hospitality team has designed what may be the Midwest’s first dual-branded hotel — connecting the existing St. Louis Airport Hilton built in the 1960s with a brand-new 78,957-square-foot Hampton Inn, the firm said in a news release. The $20 million, dual-branded hotel is located at 10300 Natural Bridge Road and serves nearby St. […]

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John Fogerty is getting honored for his songwriting. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, who’s responsible for writing such classic tunes as "Proud Mary," "Fortunate Son," "Who’ll Stop the…

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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Fair is thrilled to announce heavy-hitting rock legends Night Ranger as the opening act for country music star Randy Houser at the special free Grandstand concert on Monday, August 11. Fairgoers are invited to enjoy an unforgettable night of music—at no cost—thanks to this exclusive Grandstand performance. Gates will open at 7:00 p.m. , with the show beginning at 8:00 p.m. No ticket needed, but attendees will go through security screening before entering the Grandstand. “The Illinois State Fair is one of our state’s greatest traditions, showcasing the very best of Illinois,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “This free Grandstand concert is a way to thank fairgoers for their continued support while making world-class entertainment accessible to everyone. I look forward to seeing families and friends from across Illinois come together for a night of incredible music and celebration.” Night Ranger

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