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The teen is facing serious charges for allegedly stabbing his coworker.

It's been yet another dangerously hot and humid day and even as the sun goes down, the dangerous heat lingers well past sunset. That has prompted the cancelation of some events in our region.

Police recovered nearly 1,000 pounds of stolen utility wire during a recent undercover operation at a St. Louis recycling center.

ALTON – Two individuals from Alton have been charged in separate cases with domestic battery and more. Kelvin D. Mays Jr., 37, of Alton, was charged on July 18, 2025 with two counts of aggravated domestic battery (both Class 2 felonies) and one count of criminal damage to property (a Class 4 felony). Mays allegedly strangled the victim and forcefully grabbed their finger, causing a fracture of the finger on July 5, 2025. He was additionally accused of causing over $500 worth of damage to the victim’s furniture and electronics. A petition to deny his pretrial release from custody states Mays became angry with the victim under the belief she was “cheating on him with other men.” Mays then reportedly “choked her and pointed a gun at her,” according to the petition, which adds: “During the altercation, he grabbed her finger forcefully to remove a ring, causing a fracture.” The Alton Police Department presented the case against Mays, wh

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A man accused of crashing his car into a motorcyclist and fleeing the scene of that fatal car accident asks the judge to lower his bond.

CAHOKIA HEIGHTS — Authorities have arrested a man in connection with the shooting of an 11-year-old child that occurred earlier this week in Cahokia Heights. The Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis has been investigating the incident for the past four days, with 20 investigators following up on more than 75 leads. Their efforts led to the arrest of 33-year-old Jeremiah A. Johnson of Cahokia Heights. Johnson faces charges of aggravated battery, mob action, and obstructing justice. He is currently being held at the St. Clair County Jail. The Major Case Squad continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting and is urging community members to come forward with any information. Tips can be reported to the Major Case Squad Command Post at 618-332-4277 or submitted through Crimestoppers at 1-866-371-8477.

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ST. LOUIS COUNTY - A Critical Incident Briefing report for the officer-involved shooting which occurred on May 26, 2025, in the 1300 block of Eagles Way Court in the City of Hazelwood, Mo., has been released by St. Louis County Police. The incident occurred at approximately 11:32 a.m. on May 26, 2025, when the officer responded to the call and encountered the man armed with a knife, according to a briefing from the St. Louis County Police Bureau of Crimes Against Persons. The officer fired his service weapon, striking the man, who sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot injury. The injured man was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. The Hazelwood officer involved is 29 years old and has two years of law enforcement experience. The shooting remains under investigation. Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact the St. Louis County Police Department at 636-529-8210. CrimeStoppers can be reached at 1-866-371-TIPS for those wishing to remain anonymous

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WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Democrats on Thursday slammed the “assault” on public education by President Donald Trump’s administration, underscoring the impact of billions of dollars in funds still frozen for K-12 schools and ongoing efforts to dismantle the Education Department. Hawaii Sen. Mazie Hirono, who hosted a forum alongside several Democratic colleagues that also heard […]

A man from Warren County, Missouri, pleaded guilty Thursday to charges related to the distribution and receipt of child sexual abuse material.

As Texas embarks on a special legislative session that includes revising that state’s congressional districts to help Republicans, President Donald Trump is reportedly asking for Missouri to do the same. The reaction among legislative leaders, however, is decidedly negative. Asked by text about a report from Punchbowl News on a new redistricting effort, state Senate […]

"Drop the (expletive) gun right now," the officer says, firing a two shots before he finishes the last word of the sentence.

Spencer acknowledged that not everything has gone according to plan, but said the city still has a lot to celebrate.

The Missouri Department of Conservation said Wally Klein was fishing in the Missouri River near Washington recently when he hooked a “monster” blue catfish using gizzard shad as bait

CLEARWATER, Fla. (AP) — Hulk Hogan, the mustachioed, headscarf-wearing, bicep-busting icon of professional wrestling who turned the sport into a massive business and stretched his influence into TV, pop culture and conservative politics during a long and scandal-plagued second act, died Thursday in Florida at age 71. Hogan was pronounced dead at a hospital less [...]

COLLINSVILLE - At the July 21, 2025, meeting, the Collinsville Unit School District 10 Board of Education recognized Collinsville High School drama students and members of the Kahok Special Olympics team for their recent achievements. Four CHS students earned superior rankings at the 2025 International Thespian Festival held in June. Mya Parker received the designation for solo musical performance, Nathalia Lebron-Suarez and Holiday Johnson were honored for scenic design, and Ailee Murphy was recognized for solo acting. Additionally, Lebron-Suarez was named to the 2026 All-State production crew. The board also acknowledged the accomplishments of Kahok Special Olympics athletes who competed in the recent Summer Games. Eli Pollard earned a bronze medal in the tennis ball throw. Maliyah Pfeil won a gold medal in the softball throw and placed seventh in the 50-meter run. Bethany McCullar finished sixth in the 50-meter run, while Brandon McCullar secured a gold medal in the softball throw.

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