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Flock is being tossed aside by tons of cities and the trend doesn’t seem to be slowing down. Sure, these cities may ultimately decide to go with another ALPR provider, but hopefully it will be one that’s a bit more serious about preventing abuse. Recent changes by Flock, in response to months of sustained negative […]

A computer facial recognition program led police to a man who was arrested and then released 17 months later. That man is now suing not only police, but also Amazon Web Services for supplying the program that allegedly picked him out.

Drivers in St. Charles County are raising concerns about a 1.2-mile stretch of Highway 61 between Dietrich Road and North Point Prairie Road following a series of crashes that have left multiple people dead and several injured.

PIASA - Southwestern sophomore Maddie Pruitt has grown into a stronger presence at the net in the 2026 girls volleyball season, according to head coach Derek Dempsey, who singled out the outside hitter’s development as a player. She is also an Altonized Community Federal Credit Union Female Athlete of the Month for the Piasa Birds. Pruitt, who wears No. 6 for the Piasa Birds girls volleyball squad, also plays varsity basketball and softball. Coach Dempsey described Pruitt as a good player

CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) and the Cannabis Regulation Oversight Office (CROO) recently released the State of Illinois’ 2026 Annual Cannabis Report, providing a comprehensive look at the work of state agencies responsible for cannabis licensing, regulation, public health, public safety, economic development and reinvestment during Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26). “Fiscal Year 2026 was an important year for Illinois’ cannabis

Festivals, live music, pet activities, history tours and Halloween fun offer plenty of ways to spend Oct. 9-11, 2026, across the region. Explore the highlights below and visit RiverBender.com Events for the complete calendar. Food, beer, live music and family activities will fill the St. Mary’s School Grounds in Alton during St. Mary’s Oktoberfest 2026 , Oct. 9-11. The three-day parish festival also includes games, raffles and Mass, supporting the parish, school and community

GARDNER – Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Finance Authority (IFA) announced the launch of a pilot loan program to assist farmers across the state by connecting them with the capital needed to construct on-site grain storage facilities. The low-interest loan program will reduce the long-term costs of remote storage and improve overall harvest efficiency. The announcement builds on the Governor’s efforts to support Illinois farm families facing rising input costs, damaging

A judge could issue a temporary restraining order to halt construction of the Nebius data center in Independence, Missouri.

WATERLOO - Roxana sophomore golfer Myles Bertoletti shot a 79 at the Waterloo Sectional to qualify for this weekend’s IHSA state golf tournament, adding a state berth to a season that includes several top-10 finishes. Bertoletti, the Midwest Members Credit Union Male Athlete of the Month, placed ninth at the sectional after finishing third at the regional. He has had a fantastic season and also earned top-10 finishes at the Hickory Stick, Madison County and Dick Gerber tournaments. DuQuoin

St. Louis Lambert International Airport will once again have direct flights to Iceland beginning in May 2027.

GODFREY – Godfrey officials have allocated $3 million from reserves to address a backlog of stormwater projects as one resident continues raising flooding concerns. Village Board members voted unanimously at their Oct. 6, 2026 meeting to dedicate the additional funding after hearing public comments from Kaitlyn Chapman, a Godfrey resident who previously called on trustees to help homeowners experiencing significant flood damages. Chapman said a one-time allocation of funds, while appreciated,

Profiling our three finalists in the Resilience & Emergency Response category for the 2026 Excellence in Public Service Awards.

The last of five defendants convicted of killing a 13-year-old Alton girl was sentenced Wednesday in Madison County Circuit Court.

Another possible victim has come forward in the case of James Wilder III, a former Lindbergh School District teacher and coach charged with sex crimes.

For nearly two decades, Lambert had no direct connection to Europe. Soon, it'll have three.

CARROLLTON – Greene and Jersey County Farm Bureau Manager Macy Wellhausen recently completed all requirements to earn designation as an Illinois Farm Bureau Certified Manager (IFBCM). The IFBCM program, which recognizes county managers for professional achievement and staff leadership, was started in 1993 by the Illinois Farm Bureau. To receive the IFBCM designation, county Farm Bureau managers must complete a series of six exams which assess expertise in various managerial areas. Recertification

A new FOX2STL+ streaming series is putting a spotlight on the students, educators and programs helping shape the future of education across the St. Louis region. "Learning in the Lou" highlights positive stories from local schools while giving students, teachers and mentors a chance to share their experiences.