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A Spanish Lake man died Sunday from wounds he suffered from a shooting at a party last month in the city's Penrose neighborhood, authorities said.

It’s no secret that Trump-administration-in-waiting at the Heritage Foundation supports KOSA because it thinks it will be useful in achieving some of the most extreme goals of Project 2025, a project Heritage created. Last year they came out and said that they supported KOSA because “keeping trans content away from children is protecting kids.” With […]

A St. Louis-based rigid container and life sciences packaging distributor has expanded with an acquisition in the Southeast.

Over at National Review, Noah Rothman laughingly calls yesterday's wannabe assassin of Donald Trump "a highly impressionable figure radicalized in the support of progressive causes": That might shock the press, but finding a single Trump supporter who is surprised by Sunday’s news would be a struggle. The political media are constantly on the lookout for ...continue reading "Political violence in America"

GLEN CARBON - The Father McGivney Catholic girls placed 12th in the 40 full girls teams and 424 runners at the First To The Finish Invitational on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in Peoria. Father McGivney girls cross country coach Jim Helton said: "Excellent efforts from everyone with a total of 11 personal bests and near misses by the complete squad!" The McGivney girls team are Byron, Carlson, Petri & Kalb Female Athletes of the Month. Elena Rybak was the meet champion, racing to a 30-second victory with a time of 16:51.9. She was the first out of 424 female runners at the meet. Saturday was a day when “summer” tried hanging around, Coach Helton said, so the weather conditions were warm. Humid and warm conditions hovered over Detweiller Park in Peoria, Sept. 14, 2024, he added. McGivney's Jane Cummins (51st) raced to a season PR of 19:45, McKenzie Jones (132) 21:43, Bella Redenius (148) 22:00, Isabella Harris (155) 22:04 scored 402 points for 12th place. Williamsville

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Chaka Khan, Trombone Shorty, Black Pumas, and more thrilled the crowds at Grand Center during the two-day fest.

Five GOP legislators, including U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley and U.S. Rep. Ann Wagner, want mail service improvements, including audit of Hazelwood sorting facility.

This is a Red River hog at the Los Angeles Zoo. The zookeepers have hung a 5-gallon water bottle from the fence and the hog plays with it continually. Basically, he just knocks it around with his snout and seems to get endless joy from it. Kinda strange.

REO Speedwagon is getting ready to retire from the road. The band announced on social media they will stop touring in 2025, citing “irreconcilable differences” within the band.In the post, the band…

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St. Louis-area fans of college basketball will have a new way to watch college basketball games – including Arch Madness playoffs – this coming season, without a subscription fee.

A St. Louis-based obstetrician and gynecologist told reporters that doctors have received no clarity since the law took effect in June 2022 on what constitutes a “medical emergency.”

The St. Louis metropolitan area has recorded the highest percentage increase in foreign-born population among the 30 largest U.S. metro areas from 2022-2023, with a 23.2% year-over-year increase, adding over 30,000 foreign-born residents.

CARLINVILLE – A four-legged celebrity will make a special appearance at the Carlinville Public Library on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 10 a.m. Leila, a three-year-old chocolate Labrador retriever who has become a social media star and model for Purina dog treats, will be part of a Meet and Greet for adults and children. She will also perform some tricks for the audience. Her owner, Kaylie Devlin, will also read a new book she’s written, Leila: The Chocolate Chunk , which is just the latest part of Leila’s fast-growing stardom. “Kaylie will also talk about all of the cool things that Leila has done,” said Hannah Miller, the director of the Carlinville Public Library. “We’re so excited here at the library to meet this talented and special dog.” Leila is also a social media star, with 30,000 followers on her Instagram account. She even has an agent in Michigan. Bred in Missouri, Leila found a home as a puppy in early 2022 with Devlin, a registered

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HIGHLAND - Over 50 talented artists will paint the streets of Highland for the 2024 Highland Street Art Festival on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Local artisan vendors, activities for kids, and much more await attendees of all ages. Executive Director Hillarie Holzinger and Assistant Director Taylor Sheeley with the Highland Chamber of Commerce shared more details about the festival on Our Daily Show! on Riverbender.com . “The artists show up about 9 a.m. and they start drawing on the streets,” Holzinger said. “Then we have a lot of activities throughout the day to keep everybody busy, and it’s just a great event.” The day’s main attraction is the Street Art Competition from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with judging commencing at 4 p.m. and awards being presented at 5:30 p.m. Several artists will put their chalk drawing skills to the test as they compete for the coveted title of “Best in Show,” including a $100 cash

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A couple from St. Louis County, MO won half of a $309,000 Missouri Lottery jackpot after purchasing a winning ticket at On the Run in Oakville, while a second winning ticket was purchased in Branson West, MO.

Pizza chain Dewey’s Pizza has plans to add a new St. Louis-area location.