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Longtime broadcaster Wendy Wiese is retiring from radio.

The alderwoman said that the organization's structure, including the fact its CEO is also chairman of the board, are impediments to oversight.

Lal Karsanbhai, in an exclusive interview, reflected on the future of Emerson, his decision to keep the company in the region and his strident op-ed that shook the region's leaders.

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Alderwoman Cara Spencer (Ward 8) officially announced her resignation from her position on the board of the St. Louis Development Corporation Monday.

A St. Louis County man was given a pair of four-year suspended sentences and must undergo 120 days of prison shock time for a fatal crash that claimed the lives of his ex-girlfriend and her toddler daughter.

WOOD RIVER - As families enjoyed Wood River’s Downtown Trick-or-Treat night last week, Mayor Tom Stalcup reflected on the town’s growth. Stalcup noted that the town has brought in many new businesses and revitalized their downtown district. He thanked the people in the city who have made this possible. “We got together with a lot of the building owners who are down here and got some new ordinances passed and cleaned up some of the older buildings, and it just started snowballing from there,” Stalcup said. “About four years ago, when I first came into office, Chief Wells, who’s also our Building and Zoning czar, he had some ideas. And Steve Palin came into office for the city manager’s job, and they work really well together.” The Downtown Trick-or-Treat event represents the town’s expansion over the years, as Stalcup noted the sidewalks were “shoulder-to-shoulder” with families and kids enjoying their evening

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St. Louis City residents can vote early at eight locations through November 4 for the general election, with more than 100,000 residents casting ballots in the metropolitan area in its first week.

HARDIN – The Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) Special Investigations Unit (SIU) on Monday, Oct. 28, 2024, announced charges against the Calhoun Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) Treasurer. ISP worked with the Calhoun County State’s Attorney to bring charges against Peggy Hall for theft. On February 13, 2024, the Calhoun County State’s Attorney notified ISP of allegations of theft against Calhoun County Assessor Peggy Hall. The allegations of theft were related to her role as PTO Treasurer and not in her capacity as Calhoun County Assessor. ISP conducted a thorough investigation into allegations of stealing PTO funds and turned its case over to the Illinois State’s Attorneys Appellate Prosecutor. On October 22, 2024, Hall was charged with one count of Theft over $10,000 and one count of Deceptive Practices. Hall was served a warrant and released. Hall’s first court appearance is set for November 6, 2024. All suspects

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The Fleetwood Mac tune “Everywhere” is the latest track to join the Spotify Billions Club.The tune, from the band’s 1987 album, Tango in the Night, has officially been streamed over 1 billion…

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DUPO – Lane closures on northbound I-255 will begin on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, as part of a pavement maintenance project, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) announced today. The closures will extend from Exit 9 (Dupo) to Exit 10 (Cahokia Heights) and are expected to last until Thursday, October 31, 2024, weather permitting. Starting at 9 a.m. on October 29, the left lane will be closed for the duration of the project. Additionally, the adjacent lane will be closed daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. during this period. All entrance and exit ramps will remain open, according to IDOT. These lane restrictions are necessary to perform essential maintenance work in the area, and IDOT District 8 crews will be overseeing the improvements. Full access to the highway will be restored as soon as possible. Motorists are advised to anticipate delays and to allow extra time for their travels through this section of I-255. The department encourages drivers to consider alternate

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Jefferson County residents can vote early for the November 5 general election at multiple locations, including the County Clerk's Office, Rickman Auditorium, New Hope Fellowship, and Hillsboro Civic Club, with no-excuse early voting available to any registered voter.

St. Charles County is expecting 25% of total turnout to come from early voting, and is bringing in traffic cops to handle gridlock, while the Election Authority office is offering extended hours and services, including curbside voting and a free shuttle service.

Natasha Kwan and Rick Roloff’s vegan/flexitarian restaurant opens October 29 in the former Chicken Out location at 10463 Manchester.

SHILOH — HSHS Medical Group is pleased to welcome Dr. Emily Dahm, family medicine, to their team. Dr. Dahm is now scheduling patients at HSHS Medical Group Family Medicine –Shiloh, located at 1116 Hartman Lane in Shiloh. As a primary care physician, Dr. Dahm cares for patients of all ages and offers a variety of services, including minor procedures, general wellness, well-child visits, women’s health care, and acute and chronic illness management. Dr. Dahm is an Illinois native who has returned to serve her community. She earned her Bachelor of Medical Science at Saint Louis University in St. Louis, Missouri. She received her medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine also in St. Louis. Dr. Dahm completed a family medicine residency at Saint Louis University – Southwest Illinois Family Medicine Residency in Belleville, Illinois. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Dahm, please call 618-641-9011 or schedule online at hshsmedicalgroup.org

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EDWARDSVILLE - After a nationwide and highly competitive application process, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), has awarded the Madison County Drug Court a $2,000,000 grant, Project Reclaiming Hope. Chief Criminal Judge Kyle Napp, who has been the presiding judge of the drug court since 2010, announced the exciting news on Monday, Oct. 28, 2024. The Project Reclaiming Hope grant will last five years, and it will allow the courts to increase the number of participants accepted into drug court. The grant will provide funding for two vital staff positions, both a probation officer specialist and a high-risk probation officer. The grant will also provide much-needed funding for additional drug and mental health treatment, parenting classes, the hiring of three more treatment providers, housing vouchers, funding for GED classes and additional training. Judge Napp praised the work of Deputy Chief Probation Officer Mike Wilkinson. “Mike spent countles

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