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Marcellus Williams and his attorneys have maintained he's innocent and in the last two weeks had filed multiple unsuccessful appeals in higher courts in an effort to stay the execution.

CASEYVILLE – A 64-year-old man was struck and killed by a vehicle while pushing his bicycle in the 1600 block of Black Lane in Caseyville, according to authorities. The St. Clair County Sheriff's Office is actively searching for a suspect in the case as the driver fled the scene. The Illinois State Police Reconstruction team was called in to investigate the incident. Deputies were dispatched to the Black Lane location on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, after receiving a report of a man down alongside the roadway. The victim has been identified as Benigno Torres. He was transported to Memorial Hospital in Belleville from the scene with severe injuries, where he later died. Anyone who witnessed the accident or who may have information to contact the sheriff's office at (618) 277-3505.

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The board of Saint Louis Public Schools on Tuesday said it would move to terminate its superintendent – who was previously put on leave – "for cause."

A city spokesman declined comment when asked when Jennifer Clemons-Abdullah went on leave and if she is expected to return.

Celebrate Bourbon Heritage Month with an exclusive Basil Hayden dinner at 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis. Crafted by executive chef Matthew Daughaday, the three-course dinner will be perfectly paired with […]

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Despite protestations from the prosecutor’s office and anti-death penalty advocates, as well as calls for clemency from the victim’s family and two men famously convicted by the Missouri justice system for murders they did not commit, the state executed Marcellus Williams late Tuesday afternoon.

Marcellus Williams was put to death Tuesday night for the killing of Lisha Gayle in 1998.

He was last seen in the 300 block of Glen Crossing Road.

ALTON - In an effort to tackle hunger and foster community spirit, Marquette Catholic High School and Belleville Althoff High School are engaging in a friendly competition to collect canned food from September 23-27, 2024. The initiative, known as the KSDK Tackle Hunger Challenge, encourages students and community members to donate canned goods to support Marquette Catholic. Participants are asked to bring 10 cans of food to the Marquette Athletic Office. In return, they will receive a Dress Down Pass, which can be used at school before October 31, 2024. This pass allows students to dress in casual attire, deviating from the usual school dress code. The competition will culminate in a football game on Friday, September 27, 2024, where the winner of the challenge will be announced. The school that collects the most canned food will earn the bragging rights. For more information or any inquiries, individuals can contact Brian Hoener, the Athletic Director, or Deanna Bridgewater at Marquette

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The Hayner Public Library District and Alton Odyssey Tours will host their Haunted Hayner program at the Genealogy & Local History Library and Downtown Library on Wednesday, October 2, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. On Wednesday, October 2, 2024, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., we invite you to kick off spooky season with Hayner Library at our first Haunted Hayner ghost tour! Patrons ages 18 and older are invited to join us for “Haunted Hayner: History & Hauntings,” where we will discuss the history of The Hayner Public Library District, how Alton became known as the most haunted small town in America, and talk Ghosts 101 with Alton Odyssey Tours. After the presentations, guests are welcome to stay and do some ghost hunting. The event will start in our Genealogy & Local History building at 401 State St., and end in our Downtown Library building at 326 Belle St. Ghost hunting equipment courtesy of Alton Odyssey Tours will be provided to use during the tour, but feel free to

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A third-party consultant that had been assessing grant awardees allegedly tried to sell services to winners.

ALTON - The hit food and culture television series Food is Love with Chef Lasse Sorensen picked up two new Emmy Nominations this week for its season 3 episodes. The show follows Chef Lasse Sorensen as he spends time getting to know the people and stories behind the food. Each episode demonstrates the connection between food and love, and dives into the personal stories behind the dishes. Episode 302, featuring James Beard recognized Chef Rob Connoley, and Season 3 episode 307, featuring St. Louis landmark soda fountain Crown Candy Kitchen, are this year's nominees. The recent Emmy nods come just weeks before the new season is set for its broadcast premiere on September 28th. Formerly a PBS-based show, Food is Love has broadened its horizon and will air on KBSI Fox 23 in the Cape Girardeau/Paducah market and on KPLR 11 in St Louis. A resident of Southern Illinois himself, Sorensen hasn’t forgotten the place he calls home. “Even though we have some pretty substantial guests

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ELSAH - The Village of Elsah is gearing up for its 2024 Fall Festival, bringing a day of live music, vendors, tours, and more to the many historic locations around the village. This year’s festival is set for Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. With several activities on the schedule, the event offers something new to discover at each of Elsah's charming landmarks. The gazebo behind the Green Tree Inn will see two back-to-back live musical acts. Acoustic folk duo Dusty James & Abalone Pearl will take the stage from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by the return of Riverbend guitarist Jay Sabo for a solo performance from 1:30 to 4 p.m. A live DJ will also keep the tunes running all day long at the Riverview House, located at 2 Mississippi St. Built in 1847, this is Elsah’s oldest structure which stood for six years before the village was founded in 1853. On Saturday, it will see a range of artisans inside and outside the building offering their wares, from

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