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Kehoe orders limits on license plate reading cameras in Missouri
The order directs leaders to launch disciplinary proceedings, and possible criminal referrals, for "personal use, stalking, or unauthorized sharing" of license plate data.
Kehoe signs executive order placing immediate safeguards on Flock Cameras/ALPRs
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ swings past ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ as highest-grossing film at domestic box office
The force was with Spider-Man: Brand New Day.Sony Pictures' fourth Tom Holland-starring Spider-Man film has overtaken Star Wars: The Force Awakens as the highest-grossing movie of all time at the…
Three top executives abruptly leave Catholic Charities of St. Louis
Mary Lamie Honored With Lifetime Achievement Award
Mary Lamie, Executive Vice President of Multimodal Enterprises for Bi-State Development and head of the St. Louis Regional Freightway, has been named the recipient of the Transportation Club of St. Louis Lifetime Achievement Award, one of the region’s highest honors recognizing an individual’s lasting impact on transportation, logistics and economic development. The award was presented at the Transportation Club of […]
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Man sentenced in St. Louis for Ponzi scheme with 60+ victims, including Travis Kelce
Siddharth Jawahar, 38, will serve 11 years in prison for defrauding investors of about $36 million, much which he was also ordered to pay in restitution.
Moro Woman Identified After Fatal Vine Street Explosion
MORO - Authorities identified 80-year-old Susan Treadway of Moro as the adult found deceased after multiple area fire departments responded Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026, to a massive house explosion in the 100 block of Vine Street in Moro, the Madison County Sheriff’s Office said. Several other nearby homes were damaged after the explosion. All other residents and neighbors are safe and accounted for, according to the sheriff’s office. The Illinois State Fire Marshal personnel, multiple
Turns Out It’s Pretty Easy To Turn A Profit Selling Cheap ‘Freedom Fuel’ If You Just Don’t Pay For It
Yet another data point on the whole grift/graft aspect of (particularly) the second Trump administration. While Trump was endlessly bragging about how much war he was going to wage, while simultaneously bragging about how much war he was going to end, his Israel-enabled Iran War refused to submit to his vacillating bluster. After claiming to […]
Pedestrian killed on I-170 north of I-70
The man was walking southbound in the northbound lanes of I-170 when he was hit.
Edwardsville Elementary School Hosts Back-to-School Block Party to Promote Connection
EDWARDSVILLE - Woodland Elementary School families held a block party to kick off the 2026–2027 school year. For the past three years, Woodland Elementary School has hosted the block party to welcome families in the Edwardsville Community Unit School District #7. This year was another great experience with food, music, games and more for kids to enjoy. Principal Dr. Andrew Williams noted that the party is a lot of fun, but its deeper goal is to help students and caregivers connect wit
Trail Life USA Troop IL-1320 to Host 'Join the Adventure' Night in Fairview Heights
FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS – Families looking for a place where their sons can explore the outdoors, build lasting friendships, and grow in character and faith are invited to discover Trail Life USA Troop IL-1320 at an upcoming “Join the Adventure” Night. This year’s Join the Adventure will be September 21st from 6:30-8 p.m. at Edgemont Bible Church, 5100 N. Illinois St., Fairview Heights, IL 62208. Boys ages 5–17 and their families are welcome to attend this special introductory
St. Louis designated as welcoming city for immigrants
The City of St. Louis is now considered a safe and welcoming city for immigrants, according to a new designation from national immigrant organization Welcoming America.
Poll finds voters favor US Senate candidates with plan for averting Social Security cut
WASHINGTON — Voters are much more likely to support U.S. Senate candidates in the November midterm elections if they have a plan to avoid an automatic cut to Social Security benefits in 2032, according to a poll released Wednesday by the nonpartisan Peter G. Peterson Foundation. “Senators elected this fall will be in office in […]
Conspiracy and politics: How a man ran a St. Louis County city from behind bars
Illegal Immigrant Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison for Multimillion-Dollar Ponzi Scheme
ST. LOUIS – U.S. District Judge Zachary M. Bluestone on Tuesday sentenced an illegal immigrant who ran a Ponzi scheme that bilked investors in Missouri and elsewhere out of millions of dollars to 11 years in prison. Judge Bluestone also ordered Siddharth Jawahar, 38, to pay $31.35 million in restitution. Judge Bluestone cited the “enormous” losses and the lengthy duration of Jawahar’s fraud and echoed a victim who said Jawahar “weaponized” investors’
Community Cleanup Event
Gov. Pritzker Requests FEMA Disaster Assistance For Recent Severe Weather Across Illinois
CHICAGO – Governor Pritzker today requested a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the State of Illinois following the derecho and record-breaking severe weather pattern that impacted eight counties across the state from August 11-16, 2026. Today, the Governor also issued a Gubernatorial Disaster Proclamation for eight counties, extending the August 18, 2026 proclamation for an additional thirty days to ensure state resources
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Gov. Kehoe signs executive order to tighten rules on Missouri license plate readers
Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe has signed an executive order to establish strict safeguards over the use of Automated License Plate Reader technology in the state, including Flock cameras.
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