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Attempted Abduction on North Main Street In Edwardsville Leads to Arrest

11 months 1 week ago
EDWARDSVILLE — The Madison County State's Attorney's Office has filed criminal charges against a woman following an alleged abduction attempt on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024, on North Main Street in Edwardsville. The Edwardsville Police Department responded to the 200 block of North Main Street shortly after 10 a.m. Thursday after receiving several 911 calls reporting a child abduction in progress. Multiple police units arrived at the scene and located the child. Authorities determined that the female suspect had fled the scene but was quickly apprehended inside the Madison County Administration building. The suspect has been identified as Jennifer S. Haley, 60. Haley was transported to the Madison County Jail, where she remains in custody. The Madison County State's Attorney's Office has charged her with three counts: Attempted Aggravated Kidnapping Aggravated Battery Unlawful Restraint The Edwardsville Police Department is urging anyone with information related to

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Mercy Hospital and KDHX Blood Drive - Aug. 5-9

11 months 1 week ago

The Mercy Hospital and KDHX Blood Drive takes place Monday, August 5th through Friday, August 9th.

Your blood donation directly helps people who need it most, especially during the summer months when there is often a shortage of donors.

Every day, people of all ages and walks of life unexpectedly need blood. They could be accident victims, cancer patients or tiny babies in the NICU. When you give blood or platelets, you're giving someone the precious gift of life.

Mercy is the only hospital in the entire state of Missouri that performs blood drives outside of the hospital. Your decision to donate blood at Mercy could save someone's child, friend or loved one. 

Make an appointment by calling 314-251-GIVE, or schedule online

Health update

11 months 1 week ago
Five weeks down, one to go. I'm almost done with my radiation treatment. I'm pleased to report that the "super sunburn" pain I was warned about hasn't materialized. So far I've gotten a very minor bit of soreness in one or two places, and that's it. With only four treatments left it looks like I ...continue reading "Health update"
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Edwardsville Talent Shines Again: McKenna Vereeke Earns First Runner-Up In Miss Illinois 2024

11 months 1 week ago
EDWARDSVILLE — McKenna Vereeke earned the title of first runner-up in the Miss Illinois 2024 pageant held in Marion, Illinois. This marks the second time Vereeke has achieved first runner-up in this competition. "I felt so incredibly honored competing against so many talented and intelligent women across the state," Vereeke said. "I felt I belonged up there and was honored to be so close to getting the opportunity." Vereeke, who won her local title as Miss Heart of Illinois, spent an entire year preparing for the state pageant. Her preparation included extensive community service, practicing her talent for violin performance, and working with local directors and their teams on mock interviews. "The private interview was the most intimidating part," Vereeke noted. "Miss Illinois is like a job interview and an interview for grad school combined." The competition spanned from June 10 to 15, 2024, and included a variety of segments such as a 10-minute private interview, fitness

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Small Business Group Endorses Jay Keeven for State Representative

11 months 1 week ago
Edwardsville, Illinois - Jay Keeven, candidate for State Representative is proud to announce the endorsement of the National Federation of Independent Business in his upcoming election. "Small businesses provide great local jobs and local economic growth," said Keeven. "I'm running for State Representative to bring common sense back to state government. Small businesses have faced big challenges recently, with state mandates, forced COVID closures, changes in the workforce, and inflation. I will support small businesses and greater opportunities here in Illinois. I’m proud of this endorsement from the NFIB and their thousands of hardworking members." "Legislators in Springfield have repeatedly voted for more mandates and regulations on small businesses, even in an era of elevated inflation and qualified-worker shortages," said Noah Finley, Illinois State Director for NFIB. "It's important to change the mindset in Springfield. Instead of layering red tape on Illinois' small

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ISP Leads Human Trafficking Enforcement Operation In Columbia, IL.

11 months 1 week ago
COLUMBIA – In a concerted effort to combat human trafficking, the Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation Trafficking Enforcement Bureau arrested five individuals during a two-day operation in Monroe County. The enforcement action, which took place from July 31 to August 1, 2024, in the Columbia area, targeted individuals seeking to engage in commercial sex acts. The operation led to the arrest and charging of the following individuals: - Deepak Chiluveru, 24, of St. Louis, Mo., charged with indecent solicitation of a child (Class 3 Felony), traveling to meet a child (Class 3 Felony), grooming (Class 4 Felony), and solicitation to meet a child (Class 4 Felony). - Tuan M. Huynh, 34, of St. Louis, Mo., charged with indecent solicitation of a child (Class 3 Felony), traveling to meet a child (Class 3 Felony), grooming (Class 4 Felony), solicitation to meet a child (Class 4 Felony), and armed violence (Class X Felony). - Leslie M. Johnson, 56, of St. Louis,

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