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Kaylo Allison, 28, of north St. Louis County, was charged on Tuesday.

LEMAY — The St. Louis County Police are asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect who vandalized a church on Wednesday.

EAST ALTON/WOOD RIVER - As a senior hockey player, Owen Timmins of East Alton-Wood River is recognized for his accomplishments on and off the ice. He points to leadership, work ethic, and family support as key parts of his success. Timmins, who has played hockey since he was 7 years old, is being recognized for a career that includes being an MVCHA JV All-Star for the past three years, Oiler Hockey Varsity Offensive Player of the Year as a sophomore, and Varsity MVP and alternate captain as

A woman is facing a felony charge after investigators say she broke into the Franklin County Resource Center and Foster Closet and stole thousands of dollars' worth of items.

Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man who knocked over a cross outside a Lemay church and then buried an axe in the crossbeam.

EDWARDSVILLE - On Friday, July 24, 2026, 12 students graduated from the Environmental Resource Training Center in the School of Engineering at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. The program involves comprehensive education that prepares them for certifications as Illinois and Missouri public water and wastewater treatment system operators. Dean Emeritus Cem Karacal, PhD, who retired at the end of June, delivered remarks to the graduates preparing to enter the public workforce. Seventeen

ST. LOUIS - In a world where so much of life happens through screens, a growing community on Cherokee Street is proving that sometimes all it takes to make a new friend is a handmade craft. Keepsake STL is a community-focused space that offers fiber arts workshops, retail items, and gathering events. Founder Carla Hines [...]

NEW YORK (AP) — Parasitic illness cases in 15 states have been linked to iceberg lettuce, U.S. health officials said Wednesday. Cyclospora cases have been reported in at least 47 states this year, and investigators have continued to probe how many could be linked to a common contaminated source. The Centers for Disease Control and [...]

Rod Stewart postponed his show at the Fallsview Casino Resort on the Canadian side of Niagara Falls due to travel issues.According to a post on the "Maggie May" artist's Instagram Story, Stewart's…

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Continuing its commitment to investing in public safety, the St. Louis Board of Police Commissioners voted Wednesday to authorize the SLMPD to develop a new employee recruitment incentive program designed to help bring more police officers to the streets of St. Louis. The Department will now begin establishing the framework and guidelines for the program.

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EDWARDSVILLE – A Pontoon Beach resident accused of committing a battery on a public transit bus in Edwardsville faces a felony in Madison County. John E. Newsome II, 45, of Pontoon Beach, faces a Class 3 felony count of aggravated battery filed on July 29, 2026. The day prior on July 28, Newsome allegedly knowingly struck another individual without legal justification while on a Madison County Transit (MCT) bus at the intersection of S. Buchanan Street and E. Schwarz Street in Edwardsville.

EDWARDSVILLE — Madison County has reported 58 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal illness caused by the Cyclospora parasite, as Illinois recorded 995 confirmed and probable cases statewide as of 7 a.m. Aug. 4, 2026, according to the data provided. The illness affects the stomach and causes diarrhea. Statewide, 58 hospitalizations have been reported, and no deaths have been reported. Symptoms include watery diarrhea, gas, cramping, bloating, nausea, weight loss, appetite

A music festival dedicated entirely to St. Louis artists is returning this fall for its second year, bringing local performers together for another celebration of the city’s music scene.

ST. LOUIS - Looking for a good scare? A horror-themed circus might be just the ticket. Paranormal Cirque Inferno will perform at South County Center from Aug. 7 through Aug. 10. The traveling show combines circus acts with horror and cabaret to create an unique immersive experience. Instead of clowns and animal acts, audiences can [...]

Donald Trump took possession of a $400 million “gift” plane from the Qatari government earlier this year. Trump claimed it was a coup for taxpayers and a boon for America, even as he made it clear this was all about him. According to Trump, no plane was more luxurious than this graft-y replacement for the […]

EAST ST. LOUIS – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced a full closure of westbound Interstate 64 between I-255 and 18th Street in St. Clair County beginning at 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, weather permitting. During the closure, westbound I-64 will be closed for bridge repairs. Additionally, the Illinois 111 westbound access ramps will remain closed. A posted detour will be in place to direct motorists to northbound I-255, then westbound I-55/70. The interstate

John Wesley Allen Sr., 78, died of multiple stab wounds.