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ST. LOUIS - Aug. 29 marks the 20 year anniversary of the devastating Hurricane Katrina making landfall along the Gulf Coast. Meteorologist Chris Higgins sat down for Friday's edition of Weather Extra with a National Hurricane Center meteorologist to talk forecasting improvements since then, in addition to former FOX 2 reporter Roche Madden who traveled [...]

Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe announced a special session next week over congressional redistricting.

Missouri lawmakers will return to the Capitol next week to gerrymander the state’s congressional map in the hopes of creating a new Republican seat.  They will also debate putting a constitutional amendment on the 2026 ballot that would make it harder for voters to change the constitution through the initiative petition process.  Both proposals were […]

GRANITE CITY - The Granite City Police Department is investigating a shooting that left a woman injured near the intersection of Veteran’s Parkway and Cleveland Boulevard on Friday morning, Aug. 29, 2025. At approximately 10:20 a.m. on Aug. 29, 2025, officers responded to Gateway Regional Medical Center after a gunshot victim was dropped off at the emergency room. The victim was later transported to a hospital in the St. Louis area and is currently listed in stable condition. Authorities identified the suspect as a black female who fled the scene in a black Dodge Challenger. No additional description of the vehicle or suspect has been released. Granite City Police believe the suspect and victim are known to each other and have stated there is no immediate threat to the community. The Granite City Police Department is asking anyone with information about the incident to contact them at (618) 877-7111 or Crime Stoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477). No further comments will be made

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In total, four adults were charged in the case. Two juveniles were taken into custody.

Accident Reconstruction investigators and District 5 detectives are investigating a deadly crash involving two motorcycles and a Metro Bus. A preliminary investigation reveals around 11 a.m. on August 29, two motorcycles were travelling next to each other northbound on Skinker. As the motorcycles approached the intersection of Skinker and Enright, a Metro Bus traveling southbound […]

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Korte was one of three founding members of the Leadership Council Southwestern Illinois.

Dead & Company’s three San Francisco shows celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Grateful Dead helped promote a lot of causes that are important to the band.Like most Dead & Company concerts,…

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An attorney for the sheriff, argued the federal charge was not a big deal. Montgomery pleaded not guilty to that charge Thursday.

EDWARDSVILLE – Here are six things to know this week about Southern Illinois University Edwardsville: Homecoming & Family Weekend Registration continues for the 10th Annual Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run & Pancake Breakfast. During SIUE’s Homecoming & Family Weekend campus visitors can choose from a 10K, 5K, or Fun Run—whether you’re a competitive runner or just in it for the pancakes, there’s something for everyone. On Saturday morning of SIUE’s Homecoming & Family Weekend, run or walk, then enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast. Later in the evening head to the Cougar Fan Zone for food trucks, music, games, and activities for all ages leading up to the Men's Soccer game! Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run & Pancake Breakfast takes place at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27 on the Stratton Quad. Lovejoy Library Lovejoy Library has partnered with Student Affairs to sponsor a wellness cart. These carts contain a number of wellness resources

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SPRINGFIELD, IL.— Gabriel P. Calixto, 27, who has ties to the Metro East, was wanted in connection with the stabbing death of his girlfriend in Springfield, IL., and was captured in Mexico and will be returned to the United States to stand trial, federal authorities announced. Calixto faces three counts of first-degree murder and one count of aggravated domestic battery in the 2023 death of 24-year-old Emma Shafer. On July 11, 2023, Springfield, IL., Police responded to a residence in the 1000 block of South 8th Street, where Shafer was found dead from multiple sharp force injuries, according to the coroner’s office. Following the discovery, Calixto went on the run. The U.S. Marshals Service collaborated with Mexican authorities to locate and apprehend him. His arrest was announced by Sangamon County State’s Attorney John Milhiser, the Springfield Police Department, and the U.S. Marshals Service. Authorities expressed appreciation for the assistance provided by

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Three people are injured after the roof of a building under construction collapsed Friday afternoon in Eureka, officials say.

From HOK Design Digest: This month’s edition explores how sports venues can provide more than just a great gameday experience. Sports-anchored districts—linked to stadiums and arenas—serve as year-round destinations, drawing business and activity to city centers.   Here are five ways these sports-anchored districts are evolving into vibrant community cornerstones: 1. Economic Impact Sports-anchored districts […]

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The CDC has plunged into chaos. Dr. Susan Monarez, the newly minted CDC Director, a role she held for a matter of mere weeks, has been fired by the Trump administration. We actually wrote about Monarez previously, as she was engaged with both the CDC team that was the target of an attempted mass shooting […]