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ST. LOUIS -- Need a fun and inexpensive Halloween costume? Try using a cardboard box. Plenty of people have them around the house from deliveries. Another good source is a moving company. Representatives from Two Men in a Truck joined FOX 2 this morning to demonstrate some creative and cost-effective Halloween costume ideas. Scott Smith [...]

Trailers and manufactured homes have long served as a lifeline for struggling families. A warming world has made them a perilous place to live.

A teenager was shot over the weekend in Belleville. Now, the Illinois State Police Crime Scene Unit has been called to help the Belleville Police Department with the investigation.

Nelly, Chingy, K-Kwon, and the St. Lunatics performed together at the American Music Awards 50th Anniversary Special in Los Angeles, reuniting the group for the first time since members of the group sued Nelly for denying them credit and royalties from his diamond album, "Country Grammar."

Arnold police are seeking charges against the man for assault and armed criminal action.

EAST ST. LOUIS - The Illinois Juneteenth Committee, in collaboration with Miss Juneteenth USA, is proud to announce the upcoming 2024 National Miss Juneteenth USA Scholarship Pageant, taking place on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, at the East St. Louis Senior High School, located at 4901 State Street, East St. Louis, Ill. The event will run from 6 to 9 p.m. This national pageant celebrates the rich legacy of Juneteenth, Black excellence, and the “Juneteenth Journey,” offering a platform for young women of African descent to display their talents, academic prowess, and commitment to their communities. Contestants will compete for scholarships and the esteemed title of Miss Juneteenth USA, a role that amplifies the importance of education, heritage, and empowerment. In addition to the main pageant, the Jr. Miss and Little Miss Juneteenth USA Pageant will be held on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, at the National Host Hotel, Drury Inn & Suites, O’Fallon, Ill. This event begins at

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There are few things more embarrassing than halitosis – better known as bad breath. Whether it’s that disturbing look on your significant other’s face when you give them a smooch, or that unpleasant odor coming from that stranger chatting you up at a party, bad breath can cause a little anxiety for everyone involved. “Bad breath can be a totally benign thing, and you just need to brush more, or it could be a sign that something more serious is going on,” says Breanne Gendron, a nurse practitioner for OSF HealthCare. “If you are someone who has bad breath despite regular like twice daily brushing and flossing, then it would be important for you to see your dentist to make sure everything's healthy on the inside of your mouth.” Gendron says bad breath is common. One in four adults have had bad breath at some point in their lives. It can also be chronic. And some people, Gendron adds, don’t even know they have bad breath due to a condition

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BUNKER HILL - Macoupin County PK-12 school district Bunker Hill CUSD 8 and their higher education partner Lewis & Clark Community College were recently recruited to participate in the non-profit Collegiate Edu-Nation’s first National P-20 Convening in Abilene, Texas. Completely funded by a grant from the Carnegie Foundation, the team was accompanied by a representative from the Association of Illinois Rural and Small Schools (AIRSS). Collegiate Edu-Nation (CEN), a non-profit dedicated to bringing economic development via educational opportunities to rural communities across America, hosted the event with education leaders, higher education partners, and policy makers from the following states: Texas, Pennsylvania, Oklahoma, New Mexico, California, Missouri, Kentucky Ohio, and Illinois. The purpose of the convening was to explore methods of creating workforce development within a PK-12 setting yet overlapping with higher education partners. Participating in the work sessions

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One congregation was in service as a group stood above I-64 holding a sign reading "America for the white man" and waving Swastika flags.

(KTVI) Early detection is a game changer, as medical experts – and survivors – raise awareness during October, which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Fox 2’s Jasmine Huda spoke with SSM Breast Cancer Surgical Oncologist Dr. Kaitlin Farrell and breast cancer survivor Donna Myers about about breast cancer advocacy and awareness.

(KTVI) The community is rallying for a critically injured Feguson police officer who has been hospitalized for nearly two months. Travis Brown, 36, has been in the ICU after he was knocked to the ground by a protestor August 9, ten years to the day of Michael Brown’s Death. Brown is battling a traumatic brain [...]

ALTON — Main Street Baptist Church is set to host its annual Trunk or Treat event from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024 at 507 Main St., Alton. The event aims to bring the community together for a safe and enjoyable Halloween celebration. With a history spanning 87 years, Main Street Baptist Church is well-established in the Alton area, known for its family-oriented and welcoming atmosphere. The church's mission is to praise the Lord and spread God's word, and it emphasizes a friendly environment for all attendees. "We are family-oriented and provide a safe environment," a church representative stated. "We love God and enjoy speaking to people without being pushy." The Trunk or Treat event will feature various activities designed to engage families and children in the community. It is free to attend, and organizers encourage everyone to join in the festivities. In addition to the Halloween event, Main Street Baptist Church holds Sunday services at 10:45 a.m. and Sunday

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The Planning and Urban Design Agency will host a release party for the third edition of the newsletter focused on the Strategic Land Use Plan

Detectives with the St. Louis County Police Department’s Bureau of Crimes Against Persons are investigating a fatal shooting in Black Jack.

(The Center Square) – Professional sports teams and government officials promise tax revenue benefits when taxpayer subsidies are used to build new or renovation stadiums and arenas.

Neil Young and Stephen Stills, who were in Buffalo Springfield and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young together, teamed up Saturday afternoon for a performance at the Harvest Moon benefit concert, which took place…

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COLLINSVILLE – The Illinois State Police (ISP) Troop 8 announced the results of recent Roadside Safety Checks (RSC) conducted in Madison and St. Clair Counties in September. The initiative aimed to enhance road safety by identifying and removing impaired drivers from the road. During the RSCs, law enforcement officers issued a total of 73 citations and arrests. Among these, six were for Driving Under the Influence (DUI), while 34 involved driver’s license offenses. Additional violations included 26 registration offenses, seven insurance violations, and one occupant restraint offense. Officers also provided 22 written warnings during the operation. According to ISP Commander Casey Faro, alcohol and drug impairment contribute to more than 47% of all fatal motor vehicle crashes in Illinois. The statistics highlight the urgency of such safety checks, as there is one alcohol-related traffic fatality every 39 minutes in the United States. The Roadside Safety Checks were funded

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