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Swansea Traffic Stop Uncovers Drugs, Firearm, Cash

1 year 3 months ago
SWANSEA — A routine traffic stop on July 25, 2024, led to the discovery of a cache of drugs and a firearm, resulting in multiple charges for three individuals. An officer with the Swansea Police Department pulled over a vehicle in the 2700 block of North Illinois Street and conducted a search based on probable cause. During the search, officers found a Cobra .380 caliber handgun, a large bag of ecstasy tablets, 12 bags of methamphetamine, several other pills, and several hundred dollars in cash. All three occupants of the vehicle were taken into custody. The case was subsequently submitted to the St. Clair County State’s Attorney’s Office for review. After careful examination, the State’s Attorney’s Office charged the driver, Brandon Foster, with multiple offenses, including Armed Habitual Criminal, Armed Violence, Felon in Possession/Use of Weapon/Firearm, Meth Delivery (100-400 grams), Manufacture/Delivery of Fentanyl (15-100 grams), Manufacture of

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This Day in History on August 5: Red Cross Established

1 year 3 months ago
On August 5, 2024, we reflect on a multitude of significant historical events that have shaped our world. Nelson Mandela's First Public Speech After Release (1990) On August 5, 1990, Nelson Mandela delivered his first public speech after being released from prison earlier that year. His speech, given in Soweto, South Africa, was a powerful call for unity and the end of apartheid. Mandela's words resonated deeply with millions around the world, symbolizing hope and the possibility of a new era of equality and justice in South Africa. This moment is remembered as a pivotal point in the fight against apartheid and the broader struggle for human rights. The Opening of the Liberty Bell Center (2003) On this day in 2003, the Liberty Bell Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, officially opened its doors to the public. The Liberty Bell, an enduring symbol of American independence and freedom, found a new home in this state-of-the-art facility designed to enhance visitors'

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Target to open its largest St. Louis store in University City

1 year 3 months ago
UNIVERSITY CITY, Mo. - The Market at Olive retail project is adding Target to it's stacked lineup of brands. The development team behind the Market at Olive, which covers both sides of Olive Boulevard between Interstate-170 and McKnight/Woodson Roads, announced Monday that Target purchased a 7.5-acre site next to Costco. The new Target is set [...]
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