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WOOD RIVER - A motorcycle collision involving a vehicle occurred on a roadway in Wood River, resulting in first responders attending to the motorcyclist at Sixth and Madison. The incident took place just after 3 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, prompting a response from Wood River Police and Fire departments, along with Alton Memorial Ambulance services. The motorcyclist was receiving medical attention at the scene from first responders. Details about the crash, including the specific circumstances leading up to the incident, have not been released. Wood River Police are currently investigating the situation and have not yet released information regarding the cause of the collision. As the investigation continues, authorities are working to gather more information and assess the events surrounding the crash. Further updates are expected as the situation develops.

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The City of St. Louis's Water Division is complying with federal laws by sending letters to residents with lead or unknown service lines, and is encouraging residents to fill out an online survey to confirm their service line information.

Let's see. In his grand giveaway tour, Donald Trump has now casually proposed making the following tax free: Tips Overtime Social Security benefits Auto loans "Double taxation" of overseas income How about no taxation of crypto profits? Or lottery winnings? That's not fair, is it? Or maybe yard sale profits? Or anything sold on eBay? ...continue reading "It’s time to raise taxes, not cut them"

You can donate through an online crowdfunding campaign, or bring clothing and essentials to a drive this Monday.

Organizations, non-profits, and community members learned about a regional initiative called "Save Lives Now" on Thursday. The focus is to bring in cognitive behavioral therapy and street outreach to help reduce violent crime. 

WOOD RIVER - A local organization is collecting donations for hurricane relief. Churches on the Streets is collecting nonperishables, hygiene products, water, first aid items and more, which volunteers will then drive to North Carolina and Florida. Angela Valdes, executive director of Churches on the Streets, explained how the community can help them help the people impacted by recent hurricanes. “We have a truck, and my husband and I and another couple of volunteers are leaving tomorrow for North Carolina,” Valdes said. “We just got back, and we’re going again with a truckload and a truck and trailer. And then Sunday, we’ve got our son-in-law and a volunteer heading down to Florida, taking supplies and doing relief and connecting with our teams down there.” You can drop off supplies at Home Town Storage at 209 Old St. Louis Road in Wood River until 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024. The organization will also be collecting items from 3–6

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SOUTHWESTERN — Southwestern High School's Audrey Vollintine achieved a personal milestone in her cross country career by finishing 10th in a recent meet, earning her a placing ribbon in the sport. The meet recognized the top 10 finishers with ribbons, and Vollintine’s performance stood out among her peers. Southwestern Girls Cross Country Coach Gary Bowker praised her dedication, noting that while many of her teammates opted out of the race due to homecoming festivities, Vollintine was eager to compete. “She is starting to figure it out very honestly,” Bowker said. Vollintine’s strong performance in cross country follows a successful track and field season, where she participated in multiple events, including the 400 meters, 4 x 100 relay, 4 x 200 relay, 4 x 400 relay, and triple jump. Her determination and commitment to her athletic pursuits have been evident, as she continues to excel in various disciplines. After her finish, Vollintine was visibly

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The parents of a Lincoln County teenager killed in a crash in St. Charles County have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission.

Police are asking for the public's help to find two people wanted in connection with the fatal shootings of two men in September in north St. Louis.

ALTON - Registration is now open for YWCA's Soul Sista Saturday: A Celebration of Mind, Body, and Soul on Saturday, October 26, 2024, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM, at YWCA Lobby, 304 E. Third St, Alton, IL. YWCA is thrilled to announce the return of Soul Sista Saturday—a transformative and empowering experience exclusively for women of color! This highly anticipated event will be held on Saturday, October 26 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM in the YWCA lobby, and we can’t wait to welcome you. Soul Sista Saturday offers a dedicated space where women of color come together to uplift, heal, and nurture their minds, bodies, and spiriAts. Developed by women of color, for women of color, the event focuses on holistic self-care through a dynamic blend of wellness activities, insightful discussions, and restorative practices. This session’s theme is “More Life, Less Medicine,” featuring powerful presentations from Dr. D’Adrienne Jones. In addition, Dr. Nana Becoat

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Transportation vendor Reed 2 Reed operates at least eight yellow buses that would not pass inspection by the Missouri Highway Patrol.

Two Georgia election workers settled a defamation lawsuit with the founders of a St. Louis-based far-right website over the aftermath of unfounded allegations of fraud in the 2020 election.

A new HGTV series "Scariest House in America" will feature a Missouri home on Friday known for its paranormal activity and tragic history.

Damonte Williams was charged with first-degree murder and armed criminal action. He's in custody on a $500,000 bond.

Family-owned McLeod Express is expanding warehousing services with a new 611,000-square-foot facility in Decatur, Ill. Contegra Construction is building the facility and will complete the project in June 2025. The building will be the second warehouse that McLeod operates out of Decatur, Ill. Over the years, McLeod Express has realized an increased demand for warehousing […]

WASHINGTON — After concluding oral arguments Thursday, a panel of federal judges will determine the fate of a program that has shielded from deportation more than half a million immigrants lacking permanent legal status who came into the United States as children. Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA, a 12-year program that was meant […]

As they waited for police after a crash, the cop is accused of punching the other driver, then saying "Welcome to America" and accusing him of being uninsured.

InVita Health and Wellness shares how they safely use ketamine to help with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and more