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The Ferguson Police Department is investigating a shooting incident at the QuikTrip in Ferguson. The incident occurred around 1:30 a.m. on October 7.

With thrills both on and off the rides, Fright Fest at Six Flags St. Louis is one of the spookiest events of the season. During the day, family-friendly attractions abound, […]

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A cyber incident that occurred earlier this week continues to affect computer networks related to Metro Call-A-Ride and phone systems. As a result, Call-A-Ride will not be providing rides this weekend.

A security officer fatally shot a gunman at a Ferguson gas station overnight after an argument led to an exchange of gunfire.

Many signs point to Topgolf in St. Louis' Midtown neighborhood opening soon, but after nearly a year of construction, it still remains without a firm grand opening date.

The man was pronounced dead at the scene of the shooting about 1:30 a.m. Saturday in a QuickTrip at 10768 West Florissant Avenue.

Metro said Saturday that it was unable to contact customers who had reserved rides on Saturday and Sunday. The ride service's scheduling system was also unavailable to customers.

Napa Valley isn't the only travel destination in the United States for a good glass of wine. While California's wine country is known for being a top winery destination (and also home to the award-winning bottle of chardonnay that won top honors at the Judgment of Paris competition in 1976), wine connoisseurs no longer have [...]

CHICAGO — Today, Governor JB Pritzker visited the University of Chicago Library to announce the University’s plan to build a collection of books that have been historically banned, creating an accessible library open to the public. The event takes place during National Banned Books Week, which runs from October 1-7. The governor was joined by Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton and University of Chicago leadership. “When we can engage with ideas that are new to us, challenge and be challenged by different perspectives, learn new things, understand all the amazing miracles and darkest hours of the world around us — we are all better off,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Today’s announcement not only means that any member of the public can come access commonly banned books here in person at UChicago — it also means that residents throughout Illinois can access these texts digitally. Even in the face of rising censorship around the country,

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GODFREY – Potential students and families interested in learning more about Lewis and Clark Community College’s offerings are invited to immerse themselves in the Trailblazer experience at Discover Day, Monday, Oct. 9. “Tour the Godfrey Campus and speak with program and student support representatives to get firsthand insights into how Lewis and Clark can help you make the most of your college experience,” Recruiter Daniel Nosce said. Discover Lewis and Clark’s options for short-term degrees and certificates as well as transfer programs that help district residents save thousands of dollars on a four-year degree. While exploring, future Trailblazers will have the chance to interact with current students, who can share their personal experiences and give valuable perspectives on campus life. The event, which will be held from 4-6 p.m., in the Hatheway Quad, will also feature academic and financial aid advisors who can provide guidance for finding the right

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WOOD RIVER - Pro Automotive Services is offering free brake inspections and brake pads to raise money for a breast cancer vaccine. The Brakes for Breasts campaign encourages independent auto repair shops to provide free brake pads throughout October, which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Customers pay for the labor and any other parts that are needed, and the shops donate 10% of profits to the Cleveland Clinic Breast Cancer Vaccine Fund . For Pro Automotive Services in Wood River, the campaign hits close to home. “My mom passed away from breast cancer. She’d been in remission 32 years, and then the cancer came back,” owner Jennifer Baggett said. “She had triple-negative breast cancer, and that’s what the vaccine that they’re working on right now . They’re hoping that once the puzzle is unlocked for this particular cancer, that it’ll be easier to unlock the rest of all the other different types of breast cancer and even

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