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The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office has identified a man previously known only as "John Doe" for more than 30 years after his death.

A couple is accused of failing to report the death of an elderly man whose property they’d been living.

Trump and his loyalists crave actual martial law. DHS head Kristi Noem has — out loud! — threatened to “liberate” Californians from the democracy they currently enjoy in the state of California. Plenty of idiots and idiot newscasters continue to pretend Los Angeles is under siege when, in reality, protests against ICE have been limited […]

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The sequel to the 1984 rock mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap will feature appearances by several rock stars, including Paul McCartney and Elton John. And the film’s director, Rob Reiner, has nothing but…

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From St. Louis Post-Dispatch: Last year, a new initiative by the International Institute of St. Louis successfully brought in over 500 new residents, surpassing the nonprofit group’s goal of attracting 350 recent immigrants to a city and region that many leaders are trying to keep from shrinking. The initiative stalled in January when President Donald […]

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FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS — Schnucks grocery stores across the Midwest hosted their annual Hydrate Our Heroes beverage drive through Tuesday, July 16, 2024, collecting drinks to support local police, fire departments, and other first responders during the summer months. The Fairview Heights drive collected 7.5 watermelon bins with water and Gatorade, which was a big success. The campaign, now in its third year, invites community members to donate water, Gatorade, juice, energy drinks, and sparkling water at all 114 Schnucks locations. Monetary contributions are also accepted at the stores’ customer service desks, where organizers purchase beverages on behalf of donors. “A huge thank you to everyone who donated and helped us with our Hydrate Our Heroes event here at Schnucks," Kelly Francis, a coordinator of the Fairview Heights drive, said. Paul Simon, spokesperson for Schnucks, said the drive focuses on collecting the most requested items by first responders. Francis added

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ALTON - Community members are invited to a unique culinary program at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church featuring a famous monk. Father Dominic Garramone, known as “The Bread Monk,” will be onsite at St. Paul’s on Aug. 24, 2025, with a meal and a presentation. Fr. Garramone hosted the PBS cooking show “Baking Bread with Father Dominic” from 1999 to 2001. He has also written several cookbooks and an award-winning children’s book. Father Garron Daniels with St. Paul’s Episcopal Church expressed his excitement to meet Fr. Garramone. “I look forward to warmly welcoming Fr. Dominic to our Church and to the many other visitors we will have!” Fr. Daniels said. At 1:30 p.m. on Aug. 24, attendees can enjoy a light lunch based on Fr. Garramone’s recipe. A braided ham and cheese roll, salad, drinks and dessert will be served, followed by the presentation by Fr. Garramone at 2 p.m. Fr. Garramone is a Benedictine monk from St. Bed

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EAST ALTON – An East Alton man remains in custody after committing his sixth domestic battery offense while on pretrial release from a prior criminal case. Paul B. Hamlin, 56, of East Alton, was charged on July 16, 2025 with a Class 2 felony count of aggravated domestic battery and his sixth offense of domestic battery, also a Class 2 felony. On July 15, 2025, Hamlin allegedly strangled a household or family member and struck them about the head and face with a closed fist. Madison County court records show Hamlin had previously been convicted of domestic battery on five prior occasions; twice in 1998 and once each in 1996, 2009, and 2018, all in Madison County. At the time of this latest offense, Hamlin was out on pretrial release from a 2024 case of driving under the influence, according to the state’s petition to deny Hamlin’s pretrial release from custody in this case. The petition notes the victim reported that Hamlin becoming angry with them before striking

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Officials announced breakthroughs in multiple cold cases Tuesday morning, which they say came from the help of collaboration with students from a local university.

While an aging church can't be seen anymore at the corner in an East St. Louis neighborhood, a staple St. Louisan repurposed the life for the limestone that was torn down.

COLLINSVILLE – Beginning with the 2025-26 school year, Collinsville Community Unit School District #10 students in grades K-12 will not be charged admission to any home athletic events held on a district campus. The new policy was approved by the Board of Education at their July 21, 2025 meeting. Students in grades 7-12 must present a valid school ID. Students in grades K-6 who must show their Skyward access to the ticket taker at the gate. Note: All students in grades K-8 must be accompanied by an adult to gain entry. The initiative aligns with the Kahok Athletic Department’s ongoing commitment to foster a strong, supportive and passionate school culture. The goal is to encourage student attendance at athletic events, which will hopefully lead to greater student interest and participation in athletic programs as they progress through school. “By removing the financial barrier to attendance, we believe this move will significantly enrich the school experience for

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MADISON COUNTY — Madison County Sheriff Jeff Connor announced today his reelection campaign, marking a continued commitment to public safety, innovation in law enforcement, and the community he’s proudly served for four decades. “With 40 years in law enforcement, I've seen firsthand the power of community collaboration, the importance of accountability, and the need for steady leadership,” said Sheriff Connor. “I’m proud of the progress we’ve made, and I’m ready to keep working to protect and serve the people of Madison County.” Sheriff Connor’s tenure has been defined by proactive policing, enhanced officer training programs, modernization of department systems, and a focus on mental health initiatives. Under his leadership, the Sheriff’s Office has built stronger ties with local organizations, prioritized transparency, and made measurable improvements in neighborhood safety. His reelection campaign will emphasize continue

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TOPEKA (KSNT) - Law enforcement say a missing Topeka child has been found safe in another state following a recent AMBER Alert. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) reported a missing local two-year-old was located safe. Law enforcement in Mattoon, Illinois found the child and suspect at 12:25 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22. The Topeka [...]

According to a Missouri Attorney General press release, Andrew Bailey has announced that Richard Renno has resigned from his duties following a petition for a writ of quo warranto.

Billy Joel has shared his thoughts on The Beatles’ 1968 self-titled ninth studio album, commonly referred to as the White Album, and they aren't positive.During his appearance on Bill Maher’s Club Random…

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A Missouri State Park Ranger was arrested over the weekend for child sexual assault.

Imo's Pizza has listed its St. Louis headquarters and production facility for sale.

BELLEVILLE — A collaboration between the Illinois State Police (ISP) and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) is advancing investigations into cold homicide cases while offering hands-on experience for criminal justice students. Students and ISP agents reviewed the 2011 shooting death of Truman Smith in East St. Louis. Smith was shot while making a delivery and later died at a hospital. On May 22, 2025, 34-year-old Alan Davis of East St. Louis was charged with first-degree murder related to the case. Davis is currently incarcerated at Graham Correctional Center in Hillsboro on an unrelated 2012 aggravated battery conviction. The partnership has contributed to identifying women involved in Jane Doe cases linked to serial killer Maury Travis. Three bodies found along Illinois roadways in 2002— previously unidentified — were confirmed through forensic efforts supported by the collaboration. ISP entered these cases into the National Missing and Unidentified

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