A Missouri lawmaker recently introduced a bill to prohibit the carrying of firearms into parades. The proposal comes as a response to the mass shooting at the Kansas City Chief's victory rally in February.
Next year will mark the start of one key traffic law in Missouri and the first full year of two others for drivers to keep in mind as they navigate the roadways.
EAST SAINT LOUIS — A shooting in East St. Louis on Illinois Route 3 northbound near Interstate 55/64 left one person injured on the morning of Dec. 17, 2024. The incident was reported to the Illinois State Police (ISP) at approximately 9:15 a.m. on Tuesday. According to preliminary investigations by the ISP Zone 6 Division of Criminal Investigation Major Crimes Unit, the victim drove their vehicle to the East St. Louis Police Department after sustaining gunfire injuries. Emergency responders transported the individual to a local hospital for treatment. As a result of the shooting, Illinois Route 3 was closed to traffic, with the roadway reopening around noon, Illinois State Police said. Authorities have not released further information regarding the incident or the condition of the victim.
WOOD RIVER - Captain Bill Hall was honored this week for serving three decades with the Wood River Fire Department, marking a major milestone in his long and dedicated career in public safety. At Monday’s City Council meeting, Mayor Tom Stalcup presented Captain Hall with a Certificate of Recognition for his 30 years of service with the Wood River Fire Department. Stalcup also outlined some of Hall’s career highlights while presenting his certificate. He said Hall started as an on-call firefighter from May 30, 1989 to Nov. 14, 1994 before being hired the next day as a full-time firefighter and EMT on Nov. 15, 1994. Hall also previously served as an Engineer with the Wood River Fire Department before being promoted to Captain on March 16, 2021. Fire Chief Wade Stahlhut presented Hall with an honorary plaque, noting the changes Hall has seen over his decades of service. “Bill’s seen an evolution of the fire service. In that time, we’ve
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ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MO. — The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office has charged 36-year-old Kyle Tweedy with Assault First Degree and Armed Criminal Action following a shooting incident on December 17, 2024. The incident occurred during an altercation in the 1200 block of Darding Drive, where Tweedy is a resident. According to the probable cause statement, Tweedy shot the victim during the altercation, which was witnessed by multiple individuals and partially captured on video. Officers from the St. Louis County Police Department South County Precinct responded to the scene and arrested Tweedy, who was found to be in possession of a firearm and identified as the shooter. Tweedy is currently being held on a cash-only bond of $200,000, with no option for a 10% release. It is important to note that charges are merely an accusation, and defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Please note, charges are merely an accusation, and Defendants
From Webster-Kirkwood Times: Kirkwood residents should expect to see even more street repairs and upgrades in the coming year, as the city has secured extra funding for two major road projects. City officials are also in the process of formalizing a newly-approved transportation development district expected to raise roughly $2.8 million annually for street projects. […]
The third and final 2024 Midwest Energy Policy Series was hosted by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 1 at its St. Louis union hall on Dec. 12, 2024. The event by the Missouri Energy Initiative (MEI) focused on economic development and engaged more than 60 industry leaders, policymakers, and professionals to explore […]
SWANSEA - The Swansea Police Department celebrated the graduation of Deputy Chief Keith Howard from Session 292 of the FBI National Academy recently. The ceremony marked the completion of an 11-week training program that included 256 law enforcement professionals from 48 states and 27 countries. Deputy Chief Howard’s achievement is notable, as less than 1% of law enforcement personnel are selected for this prestigious program. The FBI National Academy is recognized for its rigorous training and educational curriculum, aimed at enhancing the leadership skills of law enforcement officials. The graduation ceremony took place at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Va., where participants engaged in a range of advanced training modules designed to prepare them for future challenges in law enforcement. The program emphasizes physical fitness, leadership, and specialized training, fostering a network of law enforcement leaders from around the world. In a statement, the Swansea Police
The Chairwoman of the St. Louis County Council is speaking out about what she says are significant budget challenges in the New Year. As the County Council prepares for the 2025 fiscal year, Shalonda Webb says that despite efforts to maintain fiscal stability, rising costs and an increasing demand for essential services have left STL…
From Spectrum News: A proposal to transform approximately 500 acres in Festus into a mountain bike park was approved Thursday by the Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Commission. Applicants Chris and Renee Creed of Festus are seeking to turn their 576 acres of land, located two miles south of Festus and Crystal City off Plattin […]
JERSEYVILLE - The Jersey Community High School girls bowling team recently achieved a notable accomplishment, finishing second in the Silver Division at the Southern Illinois Team Challenge held at Bel-Air Bowl. This performance has earned the team recognition as the Sparklight Female Athletes of the Month for the Panthers. The team, consisting of Mayere Maynard, Emily Benz, Abbi Benz, Corree Yates, Lauren Towell, and Mila Lancaster, demonstrated strong skills and teamwork throughout the competition. Their success in the tournament reflects their dedication and hard work under the guidance of their coach, Trent Morgan. The Southern Illinois Team Challenge provided a platform for the girls to showcase their talents against various competitors. Their second-place finish in the Silver Division highlights their potential and commitment to the sport.
U.S. House Democrats awarded committee leadership positions to three members on Tuesday, completing a post-election shakeup that saw some longtime lawmakers ousted. The caucus voted to make Virginia’s Gerry Connolly the ranking member on the House Oversight & Accountability Committee, Minnesota’s Angie Craig the top Democrat on House Agriculture and California’s Jared Huffman the ranking […]
CHICAGO - Attorney General Kwame Raoul, in partnership with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), announced a $25 million settlement agreement with Grubhub Inc. over its alleged deceptive business practices that harmed customers, delivery drivers and restaurants. Raoul’s office initiated an investigation into Grubhub’s practices after receiving dozens of consumer complaints about the company. The Attorney General’s office worked with the FTC on the investigation and nationwide settlement. “This settlement is the culmination of a multi-year investigation into deceptive and illegal business practices perpetrated by Grubhub,” Raoul said. “I thank FTC Chair Lina Khan for another successful partnership between our offices that has resulted in relief for Illinois consumers, and I remain committed to holding businesses like Grubhub accountable for their deceptive business practices.” “Our investigation found that Grubhub tricked its customers,
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