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Authorities have arrested a final suspect accused in the shooting death of a teenage girl last February in Alton.

A business group focused on North County forged partnerships that helped small businesses recover from the 2014 riots after Michael Brown Jr.'s killing in Ferguson. Ten years later, it still needs help. But the mission is much bigger than survival.

ALTON – The final suspect in the February 3, 2024, shooting that resulted in the death of 13-year-old Ra’niya Steward has been apprehended. Vito K. Crowder was taken into custody Thursday morning, Aug. 29, 2024, by Alton Police Detectives, with the assistance of the United States Marshals Service (USMS), Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Department, and the St. Louis County Police Department. Crowder was charged by the Madison County State’s Attorney’s Office on Feb. 14, 2024, with two counts of First Degree Murder and Aggravated Unlawful Use of Weapons. These charges automatically certify him to be tried in adult court. The Alton Police Department expressed gratitude to the USMS, Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Department, and the St. Louis County Police Department for their cooperation in the arrest. “The family of Ra’niya are in our continued thoughts and prayers as they await justice from this terrible incident,” the department stated.

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EDWARDSVILLE - Edwardsville Township is excited to announce the installation of a dual port, Level 2 Chargepoint charger to the recently renovated Edwardsville Township Town Hall and the Township Board approved a bid for the installation of solar panels. The 54 solar panels will generate the electricity needed for Township Hall and the EV charger will fill a need for downtown Edwardsville. In 2023, the St. Louis metro area was named the least EV-Friendly Metropolitan Area in the United States according to Route Fifty. “With Township Hall being a block from the heart of Edwardsville, we knew adding a charger would be a valuable addition to the community and for customers visiting Main Street while helping us with our green focus,” said Township Supervisor Kevin Hall. “The solar panels have been in the works for years as the next phase after completing the building.” To increase the number of charging options, the charging station also has an electric outlet

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Federal researchers are using the lake as a testing ground for future eradication efforts of an extremely invasive fish.

Mark Osmack has been out of the electoral fray for awhile, but he never completely abandoned his passion for Missouri politics. Osmack, a Valley Park native and U.S. Army veteran, previously ran for Missouri’s 2nd Congressional District seat and for state Senate. During an episode of Politically Speaking, Osmack received a phone call from Missouri Democratic Party Chairman Russ Carnahan asking him to run for state treasurer. “There's a lot of decision making and processing and evaluation that goes into it, which is something I am very passionate and interested in,” Osmack said. Osmack is squaring off against state Treasurer Vivek Malek, who was able to easily win a crowded GOP primary against several veteran lawmakers — including House Chairman Cody Smith and Sen. Andrew Koenig.

ST. LOUIS - With mild fall temperatures ahead, St. Louis eagerly welcomes back the cherished tradition of the Missouri History Museum’s Twilight Thursdays concert series. Unveiling the eagerly anticipated lineup, the Museum sets the stage for the return of this beloved free outdoor concert series, beginning September 5, 2024. Twilight Thursdays has become a staple of the St. Louis cultural scene, featuring a diverse lineup of local musicians and bands along with some of St. Louis’ most popular food trucks, rotating throughout the event. From soulful R&B to funky anthems, each Thursday promises an unforgettable musical journey under the stars. According to Sam Moore, Managing Director of Public History at the Missouri Historical Society, "Twilight Thursdays have grown into a treasured tradition, bringing our community together to celebrate a core part of St. Louis's identity—our incredible music legacy. We take immense pride in showcasing what makes our city special,

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Neil Young has opened up to fans about why he decided to cancel the remaining dates on his Love Earth tour with Crazy Horse.Young had played about 15 shows before…

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Wednesday's court-ordered hearing — which will likely decide Williams' fate — was tense and adversarial. Six hours of testimony rehashing evidence in the case were littered with objections and interjections.

EDWARDSVILLE - The Madison County Sheriff's Office responded to a 911 hangup call in the 4300 block of Drda Lane, in unincorporated Edwardsville, at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024. Deputies arrived on the scene uncertain if an emergency was present. Upon investigation, authorities determined that no emergency services were required. However, during the encounter, one of the individuals present was found to have an outstanding warrant for arrest. The individual was subsequently taken into custody and transported to the Madison County Sheriff's Office. No further details were provided by the Sheriff's Office regarding the nature of the warrant or the identity of the person arrested.

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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that transformational improvements to Chicago-to-St. Louis passenger rail, including the introduction of higher speeds, won top honors among Midwest states in the 2024 America's Transportation Awards in the “Quality of Life/Community Development, Large Project” category. Delivered in 2023 by IDOT under the leadership of Gov. JB Pritzker, the multi-year project on the state’s most popular rail line established 110 mph speeds for the first time in Illinois, helping to better connect communities and major institutions while improving safety, convenience and accessibility. “We are proud to bring this award home to Illinois, but we’re even prouder of the work we’ve done to enhance quality of life for residents and visitors from one end of the state to the other,” said Illinois Transportation Secretary Omer Osman. “Through projects like these, we are able to make

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An investigation is underway after a car crashed into a Clarkson Eyecare building Thursday morning in Ellisville.

On This Day, Aug. 29, 1966 ...The Beatles played what would be their last-ever full public concert, at San Francisco’s Candlestick Park.The band played an 11-song set, which didn’t include any…

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