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A man and a child were found dead and a sheriff's deputy was injured after an exchange of gunfire just north of the Kansas City metropolitan area.

Starting in the 2025 calendar year, drivers caught violating Missouri's hands-free phone law could face fines as opposed to just warnings.

The 2022 firearms deer hunting season saw a decrease in harvests due to a calendar shift, an abundant acorn crop, and warm temperatures, resulting in 68,312 deer taken compared to 90,253 in 2021.

 Timothée Chalamet and the cast of A Complete Unknown recently talked to Rolling Stone about the making of the Bob Dylan film, and Chalamet shared some insight into his commitment to what he calls a…

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Executive producer Barry Mendelson and St. Louis chef Pepe Kehm are partnering to create an Italian food-based reality show, with the pilot filmed on The Hill.

Davon Griffin-Curry and his brother, Devin Griffin-Curry, were both convicted of murder after they ran across the street in the 2500 block of Semple Avenue and shot 35-year-old Rickey Lathan.

COLLINSVILLE – The Collinsville Police Department has announced Officer Brad Pickerel as the Officer of the Month for October. Pickerel, who joined the department in 2010, has played a significant role in the training of new officers as a field training officer. Throughout his tenure, Officer Pickerel has served in various capacities, contributing to the department's mission to ensure public safety and community engagement. His commitment to his duties and the training of future officers has been recognized by the department. The announcement was made public via the department's social media channels, highlighting Pickerel's dedication to the community and his fellow officers. The recognition aims to acknowledge the hard work and commitment that officers like Pickerel bring to their roles within the police force.

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Retired Marine Corps pilot Garret Biss inspires Lynn Schmidt with his personal story as a veteran and how we all need to "Be the connection."

Contributor content. Firebelly Tea's Earl Grey loose leaf tea is a popular choice right now, but what sets it apart from bagged tea?

Elon Musk’s recent claims that corporate boycotts of social media platforms are criminal reek of hypocrisy, given his own eagerness to join the #DeleteFacebook boycott just a few years ago. In the wake of the Cambridge Analytica scandal, Musk publicly supported the #DeleteFacebook campaign, even going so far as to remove the official SpaceX and […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) announced that 11 farmers and small business owners in Piatt, Madison and Macoupin Counties will receive a combined $952,249 in Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) grant funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. These funds will go directly to energy efficiency upgrades - namely the buildout of new solar arrays - that will lower energy bills for recipients. In total, the solar energy capacity added from this funding will generate $140,000 in energy savings per year for local businesses, and the energy generated from the new installations is enough to power 75 homes. “As our communities continue to struggle with high energy costs, the Rural Energy for America Program is making critical investments to help folks lower their power bills,” said Congresswoman Budzinski. “I’m thrilled to announce more than $950,000 in federal funding for farmers and small businesses in Piatt

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Missouri election regulators have levied a $40,000 fine against an unsuccessful St. Louis aldermanic candidate with connections to a Black empowerment group.

Authorities are investigating a threat that prompted a soft lockdown at Parkway South High School on Monday morning. Police have taken a student accused of making the threat into custody.

Countless crows call the Midwest home during the colder months. It's territory they won in a bombastic battle for survival against Illinois conservationists.

Rod Stewart will be hitting the road in 2025.The two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer will launch his One Last Time Tour with special guest Cheap Trick on March…

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EDWARDSVILLE — Hundreds of attendees gathered on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, to celebrate the grand opening of EXO Lounge at the 2157 Center location, a new establishment aimed at enhancing the local wellness and dining scene. The grand opening of EXO Lounge could only be described as "sensational" on Saturday at the 2157 Center location in Edwardsville. EXO Lounge, owned by Gina Gamblin , features a diverse range of services including Botox treatments, a med spa, pedicures, facials, and a lounge that offers an array of food and drink options. Gamblin described the atmosphere as "a one-of-a-kind experience" in the region, likening it to "a mini vacation" for visitors. The lounge's culinary offerings are overseen by Michelin-star chef Gianni Colucci, who relocated from Switzerland to lead the kitchen. Guests at the grand opening sampled a variety of hors d'oeuvres and specialty drinks, with Colucci highlighting his commitment to using local products in his dishes. “What

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EDWARDSVILLE — Gina Gamblin, the founder and CEO of EXO, celebrated the grand opening of the new version of EXO Lounge in Edwardsville on Saturday, marking a significant milestone in her journey of resilience and determination. EXO was originally launched before the COVID-19 pandemic but faced a devastating setback when it burned to the ground just a year after its opening. Despite the challenges, Gamblin's commitment to rebuilding the business never wavered. "Today is amazing," she said at the event. "I would say I am just thankful for my team. We are very fortunate to have such a strong group." EXO Lounge distinguishes itself in the region by offering a unique combination of services, including IV therapy, body sculpting, pedicures, and facials. Dr. Trish Hurford, who works alongside Gamblin and co-owner Kelly Chase, expressed her enthusiasm for the establishment. "There is so much energy and excitement in EXO," she said. "There is nothing like it, certainly not in this

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