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A pickup truck collided with a train in Sauget early Saturday morning in an industrial area near a copper plant.

A new poll finds a tie between two of the three main Republican candidates for Missouri governor.

Kevin Straub, 41, has been arrested and charged with arson and illegal possession of a firearm after allegedly setting his cousin's house on fire while the victims were asleep inside, and then firing several shots into the house.

A man died early Saturday morning in a shooting in the 200 block of North 9th Street, according to police.

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Jacob Young hit a bases-loaded triple in the 10th inning in the Washington Nationals’ 10-8 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday night. Luis Garcia Jr. drove in three runs for the Nationals, a day after they were no-hit by San Diego’s Dylan Cease for their third straight loss. “That…

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Demarko Johnathan Goodin, 32, was arrested for allegedly robbing two victims at gunpoint and stealing their cell phone and cash, while another suspect escaped and a third was arrested for burglary.

July 27th has been a canvas for significant events worldwide, with each year painting a new story. One of the most pivotal events on this day occurred in 1953, when the Korean War armistice was signed, effectively bringing an end to the hostilities between North and South Korea. This armistice, signed at Panmunjom, established the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), a border that still impacts global geopolitics today. The cessation of hostilities marked a significant pause in Cold War tensions and left an indelible mark on international relations. Moving forward to 1974, July 27th saw the impeachment process of U.S. President Richard Nixon take a crucial turn. The House Judiciary Committee adopted the first of three articles of impeachment against Nixon, charging him with obstruction of justice in the Watergate scandal. This event was a defining moment in American political history, leading to Nixon's resignation on August 8, 1974, and reshaping the country's political landscape.

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An older model F-150 pickup truck struck the railroad crossing gate.

The owner and founder of Speakeasy Therapies and Fitness, Celia Montes, which opened and closed (recently) on Sutton Boulevard, said the business closed in Maplewood because she lost her staff, and subsequently had to dissolve the business. Montes said that upon moving the business from Kirkwood to Maplewood her staff decided that they were going […]

Imagine a playground made almost entirely of packing tape! Created by artist Eric Lennartson, kids can crawl, climb and slide through this innovative play area. TapeScape is sure to stick […]

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Police initially thought the woman was struck by a car. Homicide investigators are now working to determine what caused her death.

The man was found shot to death in the doorway of a vacant home on Elmbank Avenue.

Eckert’s Farm in Belleville, Illinois, has announced the return of its sunflower experience. During the Sunflower Farm Experience from July 25 to Aug. 4, guests can enjoy a field of […]

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EDWARDSVILLE - Edwardsville Community Unit School District #7 is still looking to fill several positions before the start of the school year. Superintendent Dr. Patrick Shelton noted that they are looking for cafeteria staff, playground monitors, paraprofessionals and more. There will be a job fair from 3–6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024, at the District #7 Center for Learning at 1210 N. Main Street. “Like everybody, our classified employees, we are short right now,” Shelton said. “I think that’s really our focus right now, making sure our people are ready for the first day of school. Our buildings and our people are the two things we need ready.” Shelton said he believes that District #7 offers “a pretty competitive wage.” They are currently looking to hire monitors starting at $15/hour, school safety officers starting at $18.70/hour, food service starting at $15.40/hour, extraordinary care assistants starting at $16/hour, paraprofessionals

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RIVERBEND - With less trash on Highway 143, Rusty Wheat and his one-man Chain Gang are focused on new topics that affect the Riverbend region. In a recent episode of “Our Daily Show!” with host C.J. Nasello , Wheat spoke for the American flag and against what he perceives as the widespread “desecration” of flags. Wheat pointed to the Blue Lives Matter flag and the Pride flag as two examples of flags that go against the U.S. Flag Code. He argued that flags like this should not be hung in public buildings like police stations and libraries. “I’m fresh out of causes. I don’t have a whole lot to do, so I look at things I used to write about and I think, well, I’m going to talk about some of the things that I perceive that’s wrong with America today. And one of the things that I perceive wrong is what I consider the desecration of the American flag,” Wheat said. “When it comes to public buildings and publicly-funde

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SPRINGFIELD – Unemployment stats were mixed throughout the region in the latest June 2024 survey. Edwardsville had the lowest stat of Metro East communities with a 4.6 percent mark compared to 3.7 percent a year ago. East St. Louis recorded a 9.0 percent rate compared to 7.7 percent a year ago, while Alton was at 7.4 percent compared to 6.1 percent in 2024. East St. Louis had a 1.8 percent rise in unemployment, while Alton 1.3 percent. Belleville stood at 5.6 percent compared to 5.1 percent a year ago and Collinsville recorded a 5.4 percent rate compared to 4.6 percent in 2023 at the same time. Granite City had a 6.4 percent rate in 2024 compared to 4.6 percent a year ago, also a 1.8 percent spike and O’Fallon rested at 5.5 percent compared to 4.6 percent a year ago. Clinton County had a remarkable 4.1 percent overall rate, compared to 3.5 percent a year ago, while Bond had a 5.0 percent rate. Madison County’s mark was 5.4 percent, Monroe had the lowest tally

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Say yes to yogurt to fill nutritional gaps in teens’ meals While teens are known for their big appetites, you might feel like your teen is not receiving proper nutrition as fast food, sugary energy drinks and empty-calorie snacks edge out well-balanced meals. This feeling usually ramps up during the school year as early morning schedules can lead to skipping breakfast. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans confirms this parental intuition, noting that adolescents usually fall short in meeting their nutritional needs due to not eating enough dairy, grains, fruits and vegetables. Teens, for example, need three servings of dairy a day, but, oftentimes, do not meet this recommendation. As your children navigate their teen years, evaluate your shopping patterns and make strategic changes to stock your refrigerator and pantry with more nutrient-dense foods to support their growing bodies. Adding dairy foods, such as milk, cheese and yogurt, to meals and snacks will elevate your family’s

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