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A couple of years back, we discussed a win in the courts for the U.S. Dairy Export Council against both French and Swiss consortiums that had attempted to trademark the word “Gruyere” in America. Both of those groups were jointly attempting to get a PDO/PGI trademark for the term, arguing that gruyere cheese should only […]

Renters can break their lease to purchase their own home but they should understand the ramifications of leaving early

UPDATE: The St. Louis County Police Department has cancelled an Endangered Person Advisory for David Beech, who was reported missing on Friday. Authorities say he has been located and was found safe. ---- ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - The St. Louis County Police Department has issued an Endangered Person Advisory for a 55-year-old man. David Beech was [...]

Steel your nerves and open your senses. Boogie Bus Express, a St. Louis-based party bus company, has transformed one of its buses into a paranormal portal, taking those who dare […]

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Journeying into the depths of The Darkness, you never know when your next step will be your last. Located in Soulard, the two-story haunted house was completely renovated this year. […]

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This time of year, Brookdale Farms gives us the heebie-jeebies. Here, spirits roam the land and stalk the living. Plagued by evil, the Field of Nightmares admits only the bravest […]

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“We’ve outgrown our hospital,” HSHS St. Elizabeth’s CEO Chris Clay recently told the O'Fallon City Council.

"While his condition is stable and we are encouraged by his remarkable progress, he has not yet reached the point of being alert or able to communicate."

The sheriff's department said one of their deputies shot and killed the man after he confronted multiple deputies while armed.

With thrills both on and off the rides, Fright Fest at Six Flags St. Louis is one of the spookiest fall festivals and events of the season. During the day, […]

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EDWARDSVILLE - Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is proud to be part of a paired double degree program that makes for an educational opportunity and cultural exchange that spans two countries. SIUE and the Hochschule Mainz- University of Applied Sciences of Germany (HS-Mainz) are in partnership to both offer civil engineering degrees, according to Nader Panahshahi, PhD, professor and chair of the SIUE Department of Civil Engineering. “SIUE students can earn a second bachelor’s in civil engineering from one of the top technical schools in Germany, with only one extra semester of study,” said Panahshahi. “Students can also obtain an international prospective for their engineering career.” And a continent away, Germany students have the same prospect. Hochschule Mainz students can earn a second bachelor’s in civil engineering from SIUE, an ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited civil engineering program

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The De Soto police sergeant was fired in 2020 after he set up a Halloween display mocking Michael Brown’s death. His criminal charges in the assault case came weeks later.

WOOD RIVER — Emergency responders were dispatched to Illinois Route 143 near Kendall Hill Friday afternoon, Oct. 4, 2024, following the discovery of a body. Upon arrival, first responders confirmed the presence of a deceased individual and subsequently requested the assistance of the Madison County Coroner's Office. The Illinois State Police has been assigned to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident, according to police officials. In response to the ongoing investigation, several police departments were on the scene, managing traffic. As a result of the investigation, Illinois Route 143 is closed at I-255 and also Wanda Road, creating significant detours for local traffic. Further details regarding the identity of the deceased and the nature of the incident have not yet been released.

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GODFREY - Mont Bodine might have been his legal name, but to his friends, loved ones and fans, Bodine will live on as Flea, the legendary bassist of pop punk band judge nothing . Flea passed away on Oct. 1, 2024, in Godfrey. Born in Alton, Flea quickly stood out for his musical talent. He joined the band judge nothing as a student at SIUE, and the group of young musicians traveled the U.S. They released two albums through Thick Records and shared the stage with major artists like Green Day and Joan Jett. Andy Dykeman, the drummer of the band, remembers Flea as a dear friend. “We traveled the United States in a stinky van, playing music and creating enough memories and adventures for multiple lifetimes,” Dykeman said. “After the time in the band, we maintained our close relationship. Our wives were close friends, even our dogs.” Carlos Huddleston, Mark Kanak, Brian Leitner, Doug Nothing and Rob Wagoner made up the rest of the band. The musicians remained

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A allegedly suspicious fire forced several people out of their homes early Friday morning in the county.

Church groups and everyday people from across the bi-state area are bringing basic necessities directly to families impacted by the devastation left behind from Hurricane Helene.