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A St. Louis man appeared in court on Tuesday and admitted killing his neighbor in spring 2022.

It's the third time Republican lawmakers have tried to block Medicaid reimbursements going to Missouri's Planned Parenthood.

ALTON - Two vehicles collided in the parking lot near Alton Square Mall Drive on Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 27, 2024, although no injuries were reported from the scene, according to local authorities. The incident coincided with a more severe accident at the intersection of Clawson and Brown in Alton . The Alton Police Department and Alton Fire Department responded to both crashes, experiencing a particularly busy 20-30-minute period. "Fortunately, the collision near Alton Square Mall Drive did not result in any injuries," said Alton Fire Battalion Chief Derrick Richardson. Emergency responders were able to manage the situation effectively, ensuring that both scenes were attended to promptly.

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You'll notice over the last few days, the humidity has climbed, even excelling in some places, causing it to be extremely difficult to even be outside—even for a few minutes.

JERSEYVILLE - Jersey Community High School senior catcher Emily Collins was a key player for her Panthers' squad this past spring. She batted near the .400 mark for the season and was one of the area's best hitters. Emily is a Sparklight Female Athlete of the Month for the Panthers. She was capable of standing in as a catcher, but also played first base, second base and outfield as a performer for the Southern Illinois Lady Roughnecks. She committed to play softball at Marian University in Indianapolis, Ind. Emily's head coach Chelsea Crnokrak was so proud of Emily for her performance this past season for the Panthers. "Emily was an offensive and defensive threat as our leadoff hitter and catcher," the coach said. "Very few runners have attempted to steal, as she has a quick reaction time and a strong arm. Our team is very young this year, and Emily has stepped up to be a leader in all aspects of the game." Again, congrats to Emily on her Sparklight Female Athlete of the Month honor

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Jefferson City School District’s students became part of the construction process as they left their painted handprints on the last steel beam to be placed on the Early Childhood Center structure. S. M. Wilson, the project’s construction manager at risk, is expected to place the beam in early September. This project is the largest in […]

I know this is a Trump talking point, but honestly, Kamala Harris really needs to sit down for some interviews with the press. It's something we should expect from any presidential candidate. I've cut her some slack because she became a candidate only a few weeks ago. But she's been vice president for more than ...continue reading "Kamala and the press"

The mayor of Cahokia Heights, Illinois, is being hailed as a hero after saving a 7-year-old girl’s life. The girl’s family says Curtis McCall Sr. brought her back to life.

The fallout came fast and hard for New College of Florida and its administrators after multiple videos were posted of books dealing mainly with sexual identity and race found filling a dumpster behind the school library. The immediate reaction from the school’s spokesperson, Nathan Marks, was nonsensical. Marks claimed two things, neither of them believable. […]

ALTON - Two vehicles collided on Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 27, 2024, resulting in one car crashing into Kinder Auto Repair at Clawson and Brown Street in Alton and another landed in a nearby front yard. Alton Fire Department Battalion Chief Derrick Richardson reported that no injuries required transportation to medical facilities. "The other vehicle ended up in a sod lot of a house," Richardson said. "Thankfully no one had to be transported." Kinder Auto Repair's garage sustained significant damage from the impact, Richardson said. The extent of the damage has yet to be fully assessed. The cause of the accident is currently under investigation by the Alton Police Department.

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Midas Construction is beginning a new era of growth with a new name – MBG (Midas Building Group). MBG is a leading builder of hospitality, multifamily and senior living projects throughout the Midwest with active projects in Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. The firm also has a new website at www.mbgbuilt.com. “Our new brand and […]

The St. Louis Regional Freightway is launching a new task force in collaboration with the region’s five busiest airports, leading employers in the aerospace manufacturing and service sector and other leaders in education and workforce training. The launch is in response to more than $5 billion in planned investments that are creating urgent demand for […]

Howard Mayes, 29, plead guilty to shooting and killing a man on May 8, 2022 in the 1300 block of Montclair Avenue.

Fresh concrete is being laid down outside the Enterprise Center as some tremendous heat gets in the way.

JERSEYVILLE – Zach Weiner, a standout athlete from Jersey Community High School, will continue his baseball career at Lewis and Clark Community College in Godfrey. Weiner, who stands 6-foot-3 and weighs 200 pounds, was a leading hitter and an excellent first baseman for the Panthers during the 2024 season. Weiner is a Sparklight Male Athlete of the Month for Jersey Community High School for his efforts in the spring 2024 season. Weiner's athletic prowess was not confined to the baseball diamond. He also played as a tight end and defensive end for the Panthers football team, recording six tackles in a game against Waterloo last season. Jersey head baseball coach Darren Perdue praised Weiner's dedication and work ethic. "Zach worked hard to achieve that goal," Perdue said. "He would always get his reps in and he led by example. He will be missed." Weiner's performance as a first baseman and pitcher made him a formidable opponent, according to Perdue. His commitment to the sport

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