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St. Charles County OKs drone program for emergency response

4 weeks ago
St. Charles County Council members approved key components of a drone as first responder program Tuesday night. The program is designed to provide real-time views of emergencies to first responders before they arrive on scene. While officials say the initiative could improve response times, some community members are calling for more transparency.
Taylor Harris

Jerseyville City Council Approves Recycling Policies And Procedures

4 weeks ago
JERSEYVILLE – A recycling partnership has now been approved by both Jerseyville and Jersey County, clearing the way for a new recycling program amid dump sticker sales and updated recycling guidelines. At their April 28, 2026 meeting, Jerseyville City Council members unanimously approved an intergovernmental agreement between the City of Jerseyville and Jersey County establishing policies and procedures regarding recycling. The same agreement had been approved by Jersey County Board member

Lawmakers push local control for student screen time limits

4 weeks ago
The measure is sponsored by State Representatives Marlene Terry, D-St. Louis, and Tricia Byrnes, R-Wenztville. It passed out of the Missouri House in March but has since been amended as the legislation draws closer to a final vote in the Missouri Senate.
Mark Zinn

St. Louis family proposes $17.5M police lawsuit reform plan

4 weeks ago
A St. Louis family, represented by Attorney Al Watkins, is proposing a multi-million dollar settlement plan designed to reform how the city handles police-related lawsuits. This initiative follows the fatal shooting of their 17-year-old son, Emeshyon Wilkins, by police.
Kelley Hoskins