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Franchise Group Inc. announced its plans to restructure the holding company under bankruptcy protection. As part of this plan, the company said it would wind down American Freight.

ROXANA - Gianna Stassi, a standout sophomore athlete from the Shells, has qualified for the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) State Cross Country Meet with an impressive sectional time of 18:25.8. This achievement comes as part of her ongoing success in multiple sports, highlighting her versatility as an athlete. Gianna's dedication and versatility have earned her recognition as the Midwest Members Credit Union Female Athlete of the Month for the Shells. Stassi's journey to the state meet includes a notable performance at the Cahokia Conference Championships, where she secured a victory in the 1,600 meters with a time of 6:06.19. In addition to her accomplishments in cross country and track, she has also made her mark in soccer, demonstrating her diverse athletic abilities. On October 26, Stassi recorded a time of 18:58.3 at the IHSA 1A regional, further solidifying her place among the top competitors in her sport. She also triumphed at the Cahokia Conference Meet, finishing

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Walmart has banned the man from its stores until the year 3000, according to court records.

A school bus struck and killed a girl Thursday afternoon in O’Fallon.

Brinkmann Constructors recently began construction on apartment complexes in University City and Olivette. In partnership with Subtext Living the contractor recently broke ground on  “LOCAL,” a 414,000-square-foot multifamily project in University City. LOCAL will bring 259 residential units to the Delmar Loop. The community will offer a mix of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom layouts, […]

Police said the victim was Archie Green, 71, of North County.

Inside, the center will have 1,400 square feet of permanent exhibit space, a gift shop, lecture facility and restrooms.

Are you ready for yet another cover of Bob Dylan's classic "Knockin' on Heaven's Door"?The song, which Dylan recorded for the soundtrack of the film Pat Garrett and Billy the…

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Katy Price Hastings+Chivetta Architects, a GHC studio, welcomes Katy Price as a Senior Executive Assistant. Katy brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to the role. After beginning her career in sales, she discovered her strengths in organization and problem-solving, making her well-suited for administration. Her expertise contributes significantly to the team’s success and the […]

BELLEVILLE - The City of Belleville has expanded its ban on public camping, giving city officials more guidelines and authority as the issue of homelessness persists throughout the Riverbend. The Belleville City Code previously devoted a single paragraph to public camping, which has since been repealed and expanded. The updated 10-page ordinance deems the act a “nuisance within the city” in need of further regulation to address “public health concerns.” At their meeting on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024, the Belleville City Council voted 16-0 to pass the amended ordinance, which follows a similar structure to public camping bans passed in Alton , Wood River , Glen Carbon and more. The ordinance essentially defines “public camping” as establishing or remaining in a temporary living space where any material used for sleeping or cooking is present. This includes but is not limited to the use of sleeping bags, tents, vehicles, and more. It

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Among those facing charges is an employee of the hotel, authorities confirmed Thursday.

Liam Briick has not heard from local officials about the FEMA buyout in a year and the latest flooding just makes the situation worse.

The bill, which passed its first vote of the full board on Thursday, removes a ban on shelters in the city's zoning rules, eliminating one barrier homeless operators have flagged.

PIASA — Southwestern High School junior Vivian Zurheide has made a significant impact both on and off the field as an athlete and student. She is an Altonized Community Federal Union Female Athlete of the Month for the Piasa Birds. Zurheide just completed a successful varsity volleyball season and is now poised to continue excelling in basketball in the winter and softball in the spring. Zurheide's athletic prowess extends beyond her performance in games; she has demonstrated a commitment to mentoring younger athletes. This fall, she volunteered alongside fellow students to assist head girls' softball coach Amanda Edwards in coaching the middle school team. “If you want to build a program up, you have to start at the bottom,” Zurheide said. “Supporting Coach Edwards and the Piasa Birds is something that I enjoy doing. Giving back to our younger players is always something I look forward to.” Her contributions have not gone unnoticed. Coach Edwards praised

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A southern Illinois judge was found shot to death at his home on Election Day. His wife has since been charged with killing him.

A manager at a Bob Evans in St. Charles has been charged with stealing over $5,000 from the restaurant and is avoiding police.

Emergency crews rescued a person from the River Des Peres in Maplewood on Thursday morning in a coordinated effort.