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Webster Groves resident Eboni Gaither, 35, faces several criminal charges after the Friday incident.

Letter To The Editor: In light of the current request by Mr Dettmers I would like to make a statement. As Mayor of the City of Wood River I believe it is fiscally irresponsible to pursue a Forensic Audit and independent investigation of our accounting and TIF program. We have many safeguards in place as well as yearly audits from reputable accounting firms that keep our accounts current and running efficiently. I am highly offended that Mr. Dettmers continues with his actions, due to a vendetta against the City and the City Manager. Mr. Dettmers continues to cost our taxpayers thousands of dollars through frivolous calls to our city attorney, day of demands for information from department heads and continues to cause chaos to the work environment at City Hall while our dedicated city employees try to efficiently do their jobs. I would also like to point out that we have a forensic auditor on our City Council, Jeremy Plank. If I had any issue about accounting I would speak with

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ALTON – As the Mayor of the City of Alton I feel compelled to express my thoughts regarding the proposed Lovejoy Housing Development, which has sparked passionate debate within our community. In recent discussions, my opponents, Aldermen Strebel and Brant Walker, have firmly opposed this development, a stance they are entitled to take. However, their approach fails to consider the broader implications for our community’s future. It is my unwavering duty to prioritize the long-term revitalization of our neighborhoods, particularly the Broadway corridor and Downtown. Unfortunately, the opposition seems focused on using this housing development as a political tool rather than recognizing its potential benefits to our residents. Tonight’s Committee of the Whole meeting will feature an important presentation by McCormack and Baron and eventually voted on by the council members. Furthermore, the subject resolution is not an endorsement of the project by my administration.

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GODFREY – Lewis and Clark Community College’s Criminal Justice program is hosting an open house event for potential students in honor of National Criminal Justice Month next March. “It’s the perfect time to learn about careers in this dynamic field,” said Program Coordinator Jessica Noble. The event will run from 5-6:30 p.m., Thursday, March 6, in Haskell Hall, where the program is located. Visitors can stop by on their own schedule to check out information about the program, take tours of the facilities, ask questions about potential career paths, interact with exhibits and pick up free L&C swag, while supplies last. Students graduating from Lewis and Clark’s Criminal Justice program can pursue careers in a wide variety of fields, including law enforcement, corrections, probation/parole, court administration, private security, and more. “Criminal Justice careers allow students to serve their communities and make a positive impact o

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The city of St. Louis is requesting bids for a general contractor to complete the repairs at 4067 St. Louis Ave., once home to Sara Lou Café in the north side’s The Greater Ville neighborhood.

ALTON - OSF St. Anthony’s Psychological Services department will offer a new therapy group for individuals living with chronic illnesses. Starting on Feb. 26, 2025, the group will meet every Wednesday from 10:30–11:30 a.m. on the third floor of the hospital in the Psychological Services meeting room. Lea Anne Varble, LCSW, shared that the therapist-led group aims to provide support for people and their loved ones. “In a group setting, such as the chronic illness group, they will be able to hear and see what other people are doing,” Varble explained. “That helps you not to feel so alone, because the isolation is an issue for folks with chronic illnesses.” Varble noted that the chronic illness group is different from a typical support group because each session is led by a licensed therapist. The therapist will guide the group through coping strategies and conversations about their challenges and achievements. “Our groups are therapy

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Capes Sokol is helping the retail industry navigate legal challenges with a holistic, one-stop-shop approach.

The ambiguity surrounding return on investment (ROI) is not just a financial concern; it can fundamentally affect strategic decision-making across every level of an organization. When executives can’t clearly quantify or predict the benefits of AI initiatives, many become overly cautious, potentially missing out on technological advancements that could provide innovative advantage. Conversely, a lack of clear ROI may drive some leaders to impulsively invest in AI technologies without a solid…

Today on TAP: Trump’s pitiful pivot to Putin has awakened two sleeping giants—Republican opposition and European unity.

Bachman Turner-Overdrive has announced dates for their new Roll On Down The Highway 2025 tour.The tour will consist of nine co-headlining shows with The Marshall Tucker Band, with Jefferson Starship as…

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A former deputy of the City of St. Louis Sheriff's Office has filed a lawsuit against Sheriff Alfred Montgomery on Monday, alleging the sheriff made false statements about the deputy's termination online.

Blithely ignoring decades of jurisprudence, Mississippi Chancery Judge Crystal Wise Martin issued a temporary restraining order directing a small local paper, the Clarksdale Press Register to remove an op-ed that criticized the city for holding a meeting that was supposed to public without notifying the public about the upcoming meeting. This order was crafted and […]

ALTON - In a collaborative effort to combat food insecurity, several local businesses have come together to host the "Have a Heart" Food Drive for the Salvation Army, responding to reports of dwindling supplies. The initiative, which began recently, aims to support community members in need. After learning about the Salvation Army's critical situation, the Mustache March 4PD organization and the other businssess joined forces to allocate funds and items to aid the food drive. MM4PD provided food items and gift certificates from Schwegels Market to assist in replenishing the Salvation Army's shelves. Freer Auto Body was also a large contributor to the Have A Heart Campaign. Alton Memorial Hospital's Gift Shop was also a significant contributor. Margaret Freer of Freer Auto Body thanked all the residents who participated and the other businesses who joined the effort. The Salvation Army, expressed gratitude for the support, highlighting the importance of community involvement in

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WASHINGTON – On the third anniversary of the Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and Co-Chair of the Senate Ukraine Caucus, today introduced the Protecting our Guests During Hostilities in Ukraine Act , legislation that would provide temporary guest status to Ukrainians and their immediate family members who are already in the United States through the “Uniting for Ukraine” parole process. The bill allows Ukrainians to stay and work in the U.S. until the Secretary of State determines that hostilities in Ukraine have ceased and it is safe for them to return. U.S. Senators Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Jacky Rosen (D-NV), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Peter Welch (D-VT), and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) are original cosponsors of the legislation. “Three years ago today, Putin began his brutal, criminal, full-scale invasion of Ukraine—which

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The fate of fabric and craft retailer Joann Inc.'s 800-plus stores has been decided.

After 40 years, TGI Fridays officially closed the doors at its south St. Louis County location on Monday.

GODFREY - In consideration of the onset of nicer weather, the Village of Godfrey’s yard waste drop-off location, located at 1433 Stamper Lane, will reopen to Godfrey residents on Saturday, March 1st. The site will be open and accepting yard waste on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 9:00 am – noon. Located to the west of Glazebrook Park, residents can enter the fenced area where an employee will then verify residency and assist in unloaded the bagged yard waste from the vehicle before proceeding around the circular drive and exiting back onto Stamper Lane. All yard waste (leaves, grass clippings, foliage, small branches, etc.) must be bagged in brown recyclable yard waste bags found at area hardware stores. Village of Godfrey yard waste stickers must be applied to each bag. These stickers are available for purchase for $1.75 at St. Peter’s Hardware in Alton and at Godfrey Village Hall in the Clerk’s office. There is no limit to the number of bags that

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ALTON - A focus on economic and community development will continue to drive a financially stable tourism economy in southwest Illinois, Cory Jobe, President/CEO of the Great Rivers & Routes Tourism Bureau said during the Bureau’s annual Tourism Summit held today at Lewis & Clark Community College in Godfrey. Speaking to a sold-out venue of over 500 attendees, Mr. Jobe noted that over the last four years, tourism has contributed nearly $92 million in new spending and in 2024 there was another increase in travelers visiting the region. But it’s the power of tourism, as both an economic and community development engine, that will enhance the southwest Illinois economy and create a strong visitor destination in 2025, Mr. Jobe said in his remarks. “That is why we embarked on developing a 10 year Tourism Master Plan – to guide a holistic approach to destination development,” Mr. Jobe pointed out. “With this plan, we have begun the journey t

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DARDENNE ISLAND, Mo. - Rescue crews are working to rescue two dogs trapped on an island along the Mississippi River. The dogs are trapped on Dardenne Island, an island north of Kampville in St. Charles County. Crews were on the scene for a period of time attempting to rescue the dogs but struggled due to [...]

Montgomery has somehow managed to rise above — or sink below, as the case may be — the run of missteps and improprieties of city government and the public schools.