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If you’re at least 62 years old and live in St. Louis County, you could be eligible for the Senior Property Tax Freeze program. Applications open on Oct. 1.

Police say the victim, Martinez Ursery Jr., told Christopher Webb that a rifle was loaded moments before Webb pulled the trigger and shot his cousin in the head.

EDWARDSVILLE - Sophomore outside hitter Madelyn Ohlau had a big match for Edwardsville's girls volleyball team in their 25-18, 25-22 win over Belleville West on Sept. 26, 2024, at Lincoln Middle School, as Ohlau continues her breakout season. She's emerging as an important part of the Tigers, and so far in the 2024 season, Ohlau has served for 113 points and 51 aces, delivering 98 kills and a combined 12 assists, seven blocks and 136 digs as Edwardsville currently has a 10-7 record, with more big tests ahead. Ohlau is a Spencer Homes Female Athlete Of The Month for the Tigers. In her post-match interview, Ohlau felt that the team has played well together, and felt good about the win against a quality opponents in the Maroons. "Belleville West is always pretty tough, but it was good that we beat them in two, which really was a big confidence boost, since we've taken most teams in our conference in three (sets)," she said. The Maroons also deserved much credit for sticking with

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ALTON - On the most recent episode of “You’re Beautiful” with Brian Trust, Kathy Wagner shared her faith journey. Wagner previously worked as a detective but currently works in medicine. She explained that God helped her find this path, and she believes that He has led her here so that she can help others. She encourages people to give themselves over to God and trust in His path for them. “God will equip you for where He’s about to send you,” Wagner said. “The closer you get to God, the more you release. That veil drops, and you’re in front of all His glory. You can’t ever lose it.” Wagner pointed to Hebrews 11:1 — “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen” — as an example of how faith can bring comfort and peace. She noted that it’s easy to feel lost, but God has plans for every person. She lives by this scripture every day. “It’s

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Lenny Kravitz is showing love for Frankie Valli after the pair saw each other out in public. The rockstar bumped into the The Four Seasons frontman while at the airport, prompting…

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GRANITE CITY – Granite City Community Unit School District #9 today (Monday, Sept. 30, 2024) mourns the loss of Granite City High School guidance counselor administrative assistant Marilyn Chrusciel, who died on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024. She was 69 years old. Chrusciel spent 30 years of dedicated service to the Granite City School District as an administrative assistant. She is survived by her former husband and friend, Billy Chrusciel of Granite City; a daughter, Brianna J. Lang of Crestwood, Missouri; step-daughter, Nikki Bernaix of Granite City; grandchildren, Gavyn Chrusciel, Talyn Quinn and Grant Lang; step-grandchildren, Ian Narvaez and Dax Bernaix; two brothers and sister-in-law, Roger Stagner of Sarasota, Florida and Ron and Carol Stagner of Lenexa, Kansas; brother-in-law, Chris Dowd of Overland Park, Kansas; nieces; nephews; other extended family and friends. In celebration of her life, visitation will be at Irwin Chapel, 3060 Maryville Road in Granite City at 4 p.m. o

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Anthony Naceanceno is accused of stealing $2,000, surveillance equipment and the phones of several staff members at a massage spa in Affton.

Radio chain owns KMOX, conservative KFTK and four other local stations. Democratic “megadonor” Soros will buy it from bankruptcy and become majority stockholder

SAUGET – Governor JB Pritzker, Crysalis Biosciences Inc. and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced a Reimagining Energy and Vehicles in Illinois (REV Illinois) agreement for Crysalis’ $239.5 million investment to develop a first-of-its-kind sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) plant. The investment, which creates at least 35 new jobs in Sauget, will transform the fuel and chemical industry while reducing the carbon footprint in Illinois by manufacturing SAF, an alternative jet fuel made with a smaller carbon footprint. “There is no better state equipped for the sustainable fuel industry than Illinois,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “With a $239.5m investment through REV Illinois, Crysalis Biosciences will build a groundbreaking sustainable aviation fuel plant right here in our state – advancing our mission to drive economic growth while reducing our carbon footprint. This marks a new era of clean energy production

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A Normandy, Missouri, man is accused of fatally shooting his cousin earlier this month at a home in Jennings.

Schools in the St. Louis region have faced at least 30 threats over the last two weeks alone.

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ST. LOUIS COUNTY - On Saturday, September 28, 2024, the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office announced charges against Anthony Naceanceno, 26, of Houston, Texas, for Robbery First Degree and three counts of Kidnapping. Naceanceno, who resides in the 6600 block of Westover Street, is currently being held without bond. According to the probable cause statement, at 4:52 p.m. on September 26, 2024, Naceanceno allegedly entered a business located in the 4200 block of Bayless Avenue. "He reportedly informed staff members that he was armed and ordered them into another room. Naceanceno is accused of stealing over $2,000 in U.S. currency, surveillance equipment, and the staff members' cell phones," the St. Louis County probable cause statement said in this case. Naceanceno was arrested the following day inside the vehicle believed to have been used in the crime. Police recovered the victims' cell phones and a substantial amount of U.S. currency during the arrest. The investigation

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ST LOUIS -- Missouri voters, your chance to shape the upcoming U.S. Senate debate is here. Incumbent Republican Senator Josh Hawley and Democratic challenger Lucas Kunce have agreed to a live televised debate on October 31, 2024, and we want your input. How to Participate We're inviting viewers to submit questions for this high-stakes political [...]

ALTON - Marquette Catholic High School graduate Henry E. Maul was a prisoner of war in Germany during World War II. Now, his daughter is telling his story. Diana Halstead compiled her father’s diary into a book titled “Writings from the Barbed Wire Hotel.” But she knew she wasn’t done yet. She decided to start a podcast called “Welcome to the Barbed Wire Hotel,” set to premiere on Nov. 11, 2024, where veterans and current service members can talk about their experiences in the military. “After I put together my dad’s book, it was like, there is something I still need to do,” Halstead said. “This is how I can get stories out like my dad’s.” The podcast invites veterans to talk about why they decided to enlist and what they experienced. Halstead wants to hear all of these stories, and she plans to write the interviews into a book in the next few years. Halstead wasn’t always interested in military

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The business said in a social media post Saturday it has closed permanently.