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A Florissant man was sentenced to two years of probation after he pleaded guilty to defacing a Black history mural at Washington University in St. Louis.

Lt. Ed Skaggs succeeds former chief Scott Will, who resigned in August amid an internal investigation.

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul is warning consumers about the potential for flood-damaged vehicles to appear on the used car market due to recent hurricanes, and advises buyers to have cars inspected by a trusted mechanic and check vehicle history reports before buying.

Carla Welch broke into the back door of north St. Louis home before stabbing her victim six times.

Beginning Tuesday, St. Charles County residents will be able to check their personal property tax statements online before paper bills are mailed out in November.

The recording console used to track The Beatles’ final album, 1969's Abbey Road, is going up for sale in October. The fully restored EMI TG12345 console will be sold through the Reverb shop…

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Graduate student workers at Saint Louis University have filed a petition with the National Relations Board to hold an election to form a union.

ALTON - Alton High School's Future Farmers of America (FFA) students recently contributed to their community by raising funds for the Alton Police Department's K9 Fund in memory of fallen K9 officer Odin. The presentation of the check took place last week at the school, where students and their advisor, Scott Vernum, expressed their support for the local police force. The initiative underscores the FFA's commitment to community service and honors the legacy of K9 officer Odin, who served the Alton community. The funds raised will support the ongoing needs of the K9 unit, ensuring that the department can continue its work effectively. “This donation is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our students,” said Vernum. The event highlights the importance of collaboration between local organizations and the community in supporting law enforcement efforts.

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Developers sued to try and discover if she worked with FBI, woman says in filing seeking sanctions.

St. Charles County voters will vote on various amendments, judges, presidential choices, and ballot issues in the November general election, with the possibility of retention for two judges representing the Missouri Supreme Court and five judges representing the Missouri Eastern District Court of Appeals.

ALTON - Two individuals from Alton face the same felony charges as the only adults among a six-person group accused of robbing two teenagers. Savion S. Holloway and Sincere T. Holloway, both 19, of Alton, were charged on Oct. 15, 2024 with two counts each of aggravated robbery, all Class 1 felonies. On Sept. 26, 2024, both Savion and Sincere allegedly stole U.S. currency from a 14-year-old victim and Nike Air Force One sneakers from a different 14-year-old victim. Descriptions of the charges against both state they indicated they were armed with a firearm during the incident. Two petitions were filed to deny Savion and Sincere’s release, which state they were the two adults among six total people involved in the robbery. “Two 14-year-old victims reported that they were approached by a group of six young men, who demanded that they empty their pockets and take off their shoes,” the petition states. “One of the six in the group indicated that he was armed

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United States’ Attorney Sayler Fleming has named two Assistant U.S. Attorneys to handle election day complaints. Hal Goldsmith and Jennifer Roy will serve as the District Election Officers for the Eastern District of MO and will consult with the Justice Department in Washington to address voting rights concerns on Nov. 5th, as well as threats…

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ALTON - Mom Said No and Mississippi Hippie in Alton are hosting their first-ever “ Creepin’ It Real ” event this Saturday, featuring a food truck, live music, exclusive discounts, a costume contest, and a book signing with #1 international best-selling author Tara Hurst. “Creepin’ It Real” takes place this Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 from 12 to 4 p.m. at Mom Said No, located at 300 E. Broadway in Alton. On Saturday only, the shop is offering its first-ever storewide sale - everything in the store will be 10% off, but there are multiple ways you can double your discount. To get 20% off storewide, visitors can either wear a costume and tag themselves on social media with the Mom Said No shop sign or show a receipt from the day of the event showing their purchase of Hurst’s book “Still Perfectly I’Mperfect,” an inspiring collection of women’s tales of triumph while embracing their imperfections. Live music

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WASHINGTON (AP) — Both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are highlighting their economic policies in their outreach to Latino voters with Election Day just two weeks away. In an interview with Telemundo on Tuesday, Vice President Harris intends to show off her plans to double the number of registered apprenticeships and stress how she would…

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ALTON - Frank Gaither, a veteran from Alton, served in the U.S. Navy from 1960 to 1979, participating in the Vietnam War. Frank is now 82 years of age. Gaither held the rank of Chief Boatswain and was assigned to the 1st and 2nd Division, where he specialized as a deep-sea diver and salvage expert. Throughout his military career, Gaither earned several honors, including the Presidential Unit Citation, the National Defense Service Medal, and the Good Conduct Medal. These accolades reflect Frank's commitment and contributions during a pivotal time in U.S. history. The information about Gaither was submitted by his younger brother, Dave Gaither, who expressed pride in his brother's service. The submission highlights the importance of recognizing veterans and their sacrifices. To contribute a Veteran Salute, click here.

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Voters across the City of St. Louis are preparing to go to the polls for the November general election. As no-excuse absentee voting begins Oct. 22, voters may still be unfamiliar with city-specific items on their ballot.

A man was charged Monday for shooting his brother after a family dispute at a Ferguson residence last week.

Construction is now underway for the family experience with a target open date in 2026.