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Police say they arrested Damon John Campbell Jr., 19, of Maryland Heights, following an investigation that began early Friday morning.

Investigators said the shooting stemmed from a disturbance over marijuana. Damon John Campbell Jr., 19, faces murder charges.

ST. CHARLES, Mo. - A Maryland Heights man is in custody for a fatal shooting last Friday over marijuana dispute in St. Charles. According to Lt. Daniel Gibbons, a St. Charles Police Department spokesman, the shooting happened around 2:55 a.m. in the 400 block of Lee Drive. Residents in the area reported hearing a person [...]

April 26 and 27 have marked a variety of significant moments throughout history, spanning scientific breakthroughs, political shifts, and cultural milestones. Arguably the most impactful event associated with April 26 occurred in 1986, when the Chernobyl nuclear disaster unfolded in the Soviet Union. This catastrophic nuclear accident at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant near Pripyat, Ukraine, remains one of the worst nuclear disasters in history. On April 26, the reactor number four exploded during a safety test, releasing massive amounts of radioactive material into the atmosphere. The event had immediate and long-term consequences, including widespread evacuation, health crises, environmental contamination, and a reevaluation of nuclear safety protocols worldwide. The disaster underscored the risks associated with nuclear energy and triggered international efforts to improve nuclear plant safety. Going back several centuries, on April 26, 1607, the English ship Godspeed set sai

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The woman was identified as Nyla Simmons of the 1300 block of Orchard Lakes Drive, in unincorporated St. Louis County.

SPRINGFIELD — As the U.S. Department of Education announced it will resume collections of defaulted federal student loans in its portfolio, Attorney General Kwame Raoul urges student loan borrowers to avoid collections by taking the necessary steps to avoid or get out of default. Raoul is also warning student loan borrowers to be on the lookout for scam calls, emails and letters from fraudsters pretending to be loan servicers or promising debt relief. “The last thing any student borrower needs when attempting to address their student loan debt is to become a victim of student loan repayment scams,” Raoul said. “Reviewing key information, including checking your servicer’s contact information, website log-in credentials and the status of your loan, is a first step to protecting yourself from scammers. If your loan is in default or you are at risk of defaulting on your loan, contact your student loan servicer to discuss your options.” Getting

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SPRINGFIELD - Illinois students struggling to obtain traditional college loans have a new option to borrow money for in-state higher education costs thanks to a new program Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs unveiled today. The new Funding U Illinois No-Cosigner Loan is part of the Student Empowerment Fund , Treasurer Frerichs’ plan to provide private college loans for Illinois residents at lower rates than private competitors and help bridge the gap with federal financial aid. The No-Cosigner Loan joins ISL Education Lending’s Illinois Partnership Loan and Illinois College Family Loan options. “The costs of college continue to rise, and the chaos in Washington is hurting, not helping our families,” Frerichs said at a Thursday news conference at 555 W. Monroe. “Financial aid often doesn’t cover all of the costs, and we are offering a solution to help students bridge the gap.” Funding U is working with the State Treasurer’s Office

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MASCOUTAH – MidAmerica St. Louis Airport today announced a new record of more than 40,000 passengers served during the month of March, continuing an overall trend of positive passenger growth. The airport saw a 47% increase in passenger traffic compared to March 2024, when 27,000 passengers traveled through its terminal. This noteworthy milestone in passenger growth also marks a 23% increase from March 2022, which held the previous record of more than 32,000 passengers. “The sustained growth at MidAmerica Airport is very exciting and it’s due to numerous factors,” said St. Clair County Chairman Mark Kern. “Passengers can count on easy access from Interstate 64, hassle-free parking and efficient airport and security operations, and they appreciate Allegiant’s strong route network serving several popular vacation spots at affordable rates.” MidAmerica St. Louis Airport offers nonstop flights year-round or on a seasonal basis to a host of popular

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CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) and Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) announced today that Summer EBT benefits will be issued to families for the 2024-25 school year starting in May. The Summer EBT program aims to provide essential support to economically disadvantaged children during the summer months, ensuring they have access to nutritious meals. IDHS and ISBE are working together to inform families facing food insecurity about the eligibility process for Summer EBT this year. Each eligible school-aged child will receive a one-time benefit of $120. "No child should ever have to wonder where their next meal will come from — not during the school year and not during the summer. With the Summer EBT program, Illinois is ensuring our most vulnerable children have access to the nutritious meals they need to thrive," said Governor JB Pritzker. "After becoming one of the first states to successfully launch this assistance program last summer,

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EDWARDSVILLE – Nominations are open for the City’s long-running Green Thumb Awards program, which honors some of the most eye-catching gardens, landscaped areas and floral settings in Edwardsville. Have you spotted a beautiful yard that dazzles with color and contrast? Is there a flower-filled patch, a gorgeous garden or an artfully landscaped spot at a residence, business or other site that deserves recognition? The Green Thumb Awards are an easy way to honor the time and effort that has gone into projects that help beautify the City. Nomination categories include residential, neighborhood (or block or subdivision), commercial and civic settings. Self-nominations are welcome and encouraged. Green Thumb recipients receive an award sign to place on site for about a month to publicly tout the recognition. Award eligibility guidelines, an online nomination form and photos and lists of recent winners are available at: www.cityofedwardsville.com/greenthumb The deadline

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