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Swansea Police Uncover Extensive Online Child Abuse Network
SWANSEA — KeyShawn G. Smith, 24, has been charged with multiple felony counts related to the online exploitation of minors following an investigation initiated by the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force and the Swansea Police Department. The investigation began on Oct. 9, 2025, when the ICAC Task Force notified Swansea police of a possible adult suspect involved in child exploitation and possession of child pornography. Swansea Police detective Alex Wilken, an ICAC member
Phyllis Ellison Joins Greater St. Louis Inc. as VP for Partnerships & Industry Development
by Tom Finan, Executive Director, Construction Forum Greater St. Louis Inc. has named Phyllis Ellison as its new Vice President for Partnerships & Industry Development, bringing one of the region’s most experienced workforce and industry-engagement leaders into a key economic-development role. Ellison joins GSL after more than a decade at St. Louis Community College (SLCC) […]
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On This Day, Dec. 9, 2000: U2 makes their first-ever appearance on ‘Saturday Night Live’
On This Day, Dec. 9, 2000…One month after releasing their 10th studio album, All That You Can't Leave Behind, U2 made their Saturday Night Live debut, performing two songs off…
East Alton Crowns Winning Trees In Christmas Contest
EAST ALTON — The Village of East Alton announced the winners of its "Night of Christmas" Christmas Tree Contest, held recently in the community. Based on votes cast during the event, the first-place winner was "Merry Stitchmas" by Larissa and Lona Heeren. The East Alton Fire Department took second place with their tree, "Ring the Bell," while the Eastwood Student Council earned third place for "A POSITIVELY Great Christmas." Judges also selected winners in several categories. "Best Creativity"
St. Louis native Jeremiyah Love among Heisman finalists
Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia and Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin are the finalists for the Heisman Trophy given to the top player in college football.
Teen takes plea deal in murder of Hazelwood hotel manager, gets 7 years
Kharon Brown was 16 when prosecutors say he and two cousins shot and killed Victor Fooks, the manager of InTown Suites Extended Stay Hotel in Hazelwood, on Nov. 25, 2023.
Belleville Welcomes New Officer Kaysia Dean to Police Force
BELLEVILLE — The Belleville Police Department announced the graduation of Officer Kaysia Dean from the Southwestern Illinois College Police Academy. Dean, who recently completed the academy’s training program, has joined the Belleville Police Department as a probationary police officer. The Belleville Police highlighted that Dean’s accomplishment is the result of “countless hours of effort, determination, and heart" and said they have strong expectations for her
MO Ethics Commission fines top aide (Director of Operations) to Megan Green $46K for Campaign Violations.
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Enterprise expands beyond rental cars, buys St. Louis trucking company Hogan
The deal continues the Enterprise's push to expand beyond rental cars with services including vanpooling, car sales and investments in mobile energy storage and ultrafast electric vehicle charging businesses.
Litigation Committee Meeting
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Judge tosses state's lawsuit against redistricting referendum
A federal judge on Monday tossed a lawsuit filed by the state that aimed to dismiss a referendum from the organization People Not Politicians.
Hochman: As Cardinals look to future at Winter Meetings, why JJ Wetherholt’s versatility is vital
Here at baseball’s Winter Meetings, the talk about the Cardinals is the future.
Godfrey Approves 2026-2027 Concrete Pavement Replacement Program
GODFREY – The Village of Godfrey is set to continue its Concrete Pavement Replacement Program, with Mont Vista Avenue and other areas set to get new concrete slabs over the next two years. Members of the village’s Finance Committee and Village Board of Trustees last week unanimously approved the continuation of the Annual Concrete Pavement Replacement Program for 2026 and 2027. Village Engineer Rich Beran outlined the expected concrete work to be completed in 2026 and 2027
David Lee Roth to play Milwaukee Summerfest
David Lee Roth has announced his first show of 2026.The former Van Halen frontman is set to play BMO Pavilion in Milwaukee on June 20 as part of the annual Milwaukee…
Missouri set to enact gerrymandered map despite 300K signatures for repeal referendum
The campaign to repeal Missouri’s gerrymandered congressional map turned in 300,000 signatures Tuesday to put it on the 2026 ballot. But Secretary of State Denny Hoskins says that won’t stop the map from going into effect on Thursday. Hoskins also argued he has the power to unilaterally declare the referendum unconstitutional if it is determined […]
Holiday-Themed Magic Show Planned for Alton and Granite City
ALTON/GRANITE CITY - Community members have the chance to see an enchanting Christmas-themed magic show. Alton Little Theater will host “The Magicians of Christmas — A Holiday Spectacle of Wonder and Illusion!” at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 12 and at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025. The Mill in Granite City will host the same show at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025. Magicians Tony Loving and John Johnson promise all shows will be a spectacular experience for families,
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