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Storms are set to sweep across the St. Louis area late Tuesday before weakening overnight, with isolated pockets capable of producing severe weather.

Union leaders representing St. Louis Public Schools employees are criticizing the superintendent for relocating students and staff from tornado-damaged schools without consulting them, citing concerns about safety and the need for negotiation.

Support us on Patreon » We’ve got one more cross-post episode for you this week! A few weeks ago, Mike joined host Aaron Ross Powell on the ReImagining Liberty podcast for a discussion that digs into the the philosophy and principles underlying the push for internet decentralization and protocols over platforms, and why this shift is […]

CHICAGO — Following the signing of Trump and Congressional Republicans’ budget bill, Illinois is raising awareness about the devastating impact on working families’ access to healthcare. With the stroke of a pen, Trump has signed into law the largest cut to Medicaid in American history that will strip coverage from an estimated 330,000 Illinoisans, burden working families with increased premiums, deductibles, and out-of-pocket healthcare costs, and threaten hospitals and nursing homes across the state, especially in rural areas. Vulnerable populations, including children, seniors, people with disabilities, and low-income families, will lose coverage under administratively burdensome eligibility policies. Among the hardest hit will be the 64 percent of nondisabled adults who are working and must now also navigate new work requirements to retain their coverage. “Donald Trump sold out the American people, stripping away their healthcare and raising costs for

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Homicide detectives are investigating a shooting that left two men dead and two others injured on July 5 in North Riverfront.

The post Update: 1 Killed, 3 Injured in North Riverfront Shooting appeared first on St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department.

BETHALTO —1st MidAmerica Credit Union recently awarded five, $1,000 scholarships to local area high school graduates Jayden Henschen, Isabella Lozano, Alexis Harrop, Meredith Pitchford, and Ellie Laird. Jayden Henschen is a graduate of Edwardsville High School. She plans to attend the University of Tennessee Knoxville to pursue a degree in Nursing. Isabella Lozano, a graduate of MacArthur High School, plans to attend the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and earn a degree in Animal Science. Alexis Harrop is a graduate of Southwestern High School. She plans to earn a degree in Radiologic Technology from Lewis and Clark Community College. Meredith Pitchford, a Roxana Senior High School graduate, plans to attend SIUE to earn a degree in Business. Ellie Laird is a graduate of Jersey Community High School. She plans to attend Lewis and Clark Community College to study Nursing. 1st MidAmerica Credit Union has a mission of exceeding member expectations. Additional information

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Nathan Larson claimed he believed Drevon Rawson was "charging" or "bum rushing" him, but police said evidence suggested Rawson was trying to escape, not attack.

Nearly 100 people will be laid off from ImageFIRST, but BJC says its new laundry joint venture with SSM will employ 175.

MADISON COUNTY – Chestnut Health Systems™ invites the community to attend an Open House at its Maryville location, 2148 Vadalabene Dr., Maryville, IL 62062, on Wednesday, July 9 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. This event celebrates the grand opening of the Genoa Healthcare pharmacy, giving guests the opportunity to tour the building, meet the dedicated staff, and learn more about the services Chestnut offers to support whole-person care. “We’re excited to expand our partnership with Genoa Healthcare as they help us deliver the full scope of care we provide our community,” said Amy Gibbar, vice president of Integrated Care at Chestnut. “With the addition of this pharmacy, Chestnut’s Maryville location joins the other Chestnut locations as a true one-stop shop for our clients.” Chestnut’s Maryville location provides comprehensive care designed to meet the unique needs of individuals and families in the community. Services include: Substance

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The risk of localized flooding has been elevated, thanks to incoming scattered downpours, the 5 On Your Side Weather Impact team said.

Former Mizzou Football coach Gary Pinkel was arrested after he allegedly drove while intoxicated, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol arrest report.

HILLSBORO — Bank of Hillsboro is proud to announce it will be rebranding to Constitution Bank, effective September 2, 2025. The new name reflects the bank’s deep-rooted values and its continued investment in serving customers with strength, independence, and personalized service, which are hallmarks of its 156-year history. “Constitution Bank is more than a name change, it’s a renewed commitment to who we’ve always been,” said Misty Borrowman, President and CEO of Bank of Hillsboro. “We remain locally owned and community focused, with the same trusted people and the same commitment to the customers and communities we serve.” Customers can expect a seamless transition. Account numbers, online access, and daily banking operations will remain unchanged. The teams customers know and trust will continue to provide the same service at all existing branches. This is a brand evolution, not a change in ownership. The bank remains independently

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Days, who has held the seat since 2019, is expected to face a local mayor and a former state legislator in next August's primary.

ALTON, Ill. (July 3, 2025) – Simmons Hanly Conroy , a national leader in the legal representation of mesothelioma patients and their families, is pleased to announce that firm partner Melissa Crowe Schopfer was selected as the winner of the 2025 Women of Plaintiffs Asbestos Litigation Seminar (PALS) Award. Her selection was announced at this year’s seminar, which took place May 13-15 in Las Vegas. The Women of PALS Award is bestowed annually to an individual who supports, initiates, and/or sustains the advancement and progress of women in the field. It celebrates meaningful leadership on issues related to gender-equity and recognizes those who have materially contributed to altering structural barriers to the success of women in the field. Award recipients are those who effectively and consistently speak truth to power. “Melissa embodies every characteristic and pioneering stride that this award was created to observe,” said Simmons Hanly Conroy named

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A Jefferson County man was arrested earlier this month for engaging in lascivious online chats with an undercover detective posing as a minor.

CHICAGO — If you played Lucky Day Lotto online yesterday, you may want to check your numbers – that’s because you could be $650,000 richer! A lucky Illinois iLottery player scored the $650,000 jackpot in the Monday, July 7 midday drawing, matching all five winning numbers: 13-30-33-36-43. In total, nearly 15,000 winning tickets were sold, and almost $690,000 in prizes were won in the Monday midday Lucky Day Lotto drawing. Lucky Day Lotto is an Illinois-only game with twice-daily drawings at 12:40 p.m. and 9:22 p.m. Tickets for the game can be purchased in-store, online, or on the Illinois Lottery app. For more information or to buy tickets online, please visit IllinoisLottery.com . Lucky Day Lotto b-roll available for use by the media; download here . Be Smart, Play Smart®. Must be 18 or older to play. Game odds available at IllinoisLottery.com .

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EDWARDSVILLE - Edwardsville is invited to turn up the summer heat with an After Hours event at EXO Lounge. At 10 p.m. on Friday, July 11, 2025, EXO will transform from a nail bar , med spa and lounge into a nightclub. With a new summer cocktail menu on tap and DJ Andrew Byron straight from California, EXO promises a fun, unique night out. “We are going to bring Malibu to Edwardsville, Illinois,” said owner Gina Gamblin. “We’re going to set the vibe, we’re going to have drink specials, and we’re going to have a blast.” The event is geared for adults ages 21 and older. Until 10 p.m., you can come by EXO to get your nails done or pamper yourself with a facial, Botox session, or another med spa service. After 10 p.m., the space transforms into a nightclub setting with music, drinks and fun. Gamblin added that EXO’s Michelin-star chef launched a new menu and introduced new summer cocktails earlier this week, which have

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ST. CLAIR COUNTY - Illinois State Police provided an update on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, about a body found at Frank Holten State Park in East St. Louis the morning of Friday, July 4, 2025. Illinois State Police Troop 8 responded to the scene in East St. Louis at approximately 8:31 a.m. July 4, following a report from kayakers who discovered the body in the water. Along with ISP Crime Scene and the Public Safety Enforcement Group, Illinois Conservation Police, Midway Fire Department, and the St. Clair County Coroner’s Office also arrived to assist with the investigation and recovery. The St. Clair County Coroner's Office said Demontray M. Collins, 25, was identified as the person discovered in the lake. Collins was pronounced dead at the scene by the coroner's office at 9:41 a.m. on July 4. His last address was in East St. Louis. ISP has said the circumstances surrounding the incident remain under investigation.

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