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Police said Cicero Maple, of Cahokia Heights, was found in the 2400 block of Bond Avenue on Sunday night. He died at a hospital.

ROXANA — The Roxana Shells Athletic Department celebrated the achievements of senior bowler Caleb Wonders, who concluded his season with an impressive average of 210. Wonders was recognized by the Southern Illinois High School Bowling Conference for his outstanding performance, finishing in the top five for both high game and high series. Wonders recorded a high game of 279 and a high series of 771 during the season, showcasing his skill and dedication to the sport. The recognition from the conference highlights his contributions to the Roxana bowling team and marks a significant accomplishment in his high school athletic career. Wonders is a Midwest Members Credit Union Male Athlete of the Month for the Shells. The announcement comes after the Shells wrap up their bowling season, with team members reflecting on their individual and collective achievements.

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St. Louis County crews have completed repairs on traffic signals and are working on fixing damaged signs after storms hit the region earlier this month.

Editor’s Note: As of Monday (March 24th) HB 939 had been second read and referred to the Missouri Senate.  From US Glass Metal and Glazing:  A Missouri bill to prevent local governments from imposing or maintaining policies that would enhance sustainability, energy efficiency and environmental measures if they impact affordability passed the Missouri House of […]

Sales around Busch Stadium have fallen in recent years. As the 2025 season begins this week, the malaise appears likely to continue.

When a tornado rolled through Jefferson County on March 14, many residents were able to get to safety. And while the outdoor warning system sounded in the city of Arnold, much of the tornado’s path was in areas of the county that don’t have sirens.

A selection of special coins honoring The Beatles' Paul McCartney brought in over $750,000 at auction.The rare currency auction house Stack’s Bowers Galleries handled the auction, which consisted of one gold…

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GODFREY - Authorities were seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing juvenile from the Godfrey area, however, Madison County Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Marcos Pulido reported at 3:57 p.m. on Monday, March 24, 2025, that the boy had been found "safe." Fourteen-year-old Cole Moore was last seen Sunday night, March 23, 2025, in the River Aire Subdivision in Godfrey. Cole was described as a white male, standing 5 feet 6 inches tall, with brown hair and hazel eyes. He has a thin build and was last observed wearing a gray Puma hooded sweatshirt, gray sweatpants, and white Nike shoes while riding an electric scooter.

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Cardinals baseball season is almost back in St. Louis as crews prepare for Opening Day at Busch Stadium.

Officer Nathan Spiess, 31, was resting Monday after undergoing his third surgery in one week. A police spokesman said Spiess could leave the hospital as soon as Tuesday.

Bayer on Monday named a new head of research for crop science, based in St. Louis.

GRAFTON - The Great Rivers Choral Society invites the community to its Dueling Pianos Fundraiser. On Saturday, April 5, 2025, community members can come out to The Vineyards at 21028 Eckert Orchard Road in Grafton for a night of music, basket raffles, a nacho bar and more. Tickets cost $25 and all proceeds go back to the Great Rivers Choral Society (GRCS) and their mission to share music with the Riverbend. “It’s just a very fun evening. This is the fourth year we’ve been doing it,” said President Pat Stewart. “We’re going on our 25th season, which is very unheard of, something definitely that we're very proud of.” During the fundraiser, GRCS will offer a cash bar and a 50/50 drawing. The dueling pianists will accept tips and encourage sing-alongs. The choir will also perform. You can purchase tickets online or call 618-798-1492 for more information. Stewart expects the event to be “very fun.” She noted that this

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Missouri ranked high on a new study comparing attained education and school quality across all 50 states.

From St. Louis Magazine:  Opera Theatre of Saint Louis announced today (March 24th) it’s under contract to purchase what’s been described as “the most valuable real estate in the St. Louis area”—6.7 acres of the Caleres company headquarters in downtown Clayton. The opera nonprofit aims to raze the main building and construct in its place a […]

After earning top theme park accolades in 2024, Silver Dollar City has its eyes set on another title after being nominated as America’s “Best Theme Park” by USA Today.

A St. Louis police officer critically injured last week on Interstate 70 could be leaving the hospital in the next couple of days.

JERSEYVILLE – Jersey Community Middle School (JCMS) is proud to announce their latest lists of Honor and High Honor Roll students: High Honor Roll 7th Grade Trey N. Alich Wade R. Ball Charlie M. Charlton-Stierley Sam A. Coffman Emersyn J. Cole Lillie M. Cornelius Kaylee M. Cunningham Kyle A. Darr Kadence Dobson Cayden L. Dodson Henry D. Dohrn Ayden S. Droege Logan T. Dunham Stella M. Egelhoff Addison J. Fessler James D. Ford Charles R. Friedel Davis J. Frost Jayden L. Fry Olivia D. Funk Charlieann Gibson Cadence M. Goodey Reid K. Graham Bentley W. Grasle Maci E. Gray Fallin M. Green Emmitt M. Grizzle Ruiz Aubrey A. Hargrave Joshua G. Hartley Sophia M. Herter Harper L. Hill Charlotte F. Hinkson Brody A. Hoyt Austin Huang Harmony M. Jantzen Blake J. Jones Paige M. Jones Katelyn C. Kadell Cullan J. Kinser Kiyah B. Knoche Grace E. Latempt Bennett L.

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