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Man sentenced to prison for his role in attempted murder-for-hire
A St. Louis man was sentenced Friday to five years in prison for his role in a 2021 attempted murder for hire over a drug debt of more than $100,000.
St. Louis alder-debate over proposed city gun bill
On Gun Violence Awareness Day, a showdown unfolded in St. Louis City Hall over a bill that would limit some open-carrying in the city.
Free Donuts And More: National Donut Day Brings Local Giveaways
GRANITE CITY/JERSEYVILLE - In honor of National Donut Day today (June 2), Duke Bakery in Granite City and Big Boy’s Donuts in Jerseyville are giving away free items including donuts, t-shirts, can koozies, and more. Duke Bakery is offering a free glazed donut to everyone who stops by today, they announced on their Facebook page . The store is located at 3202 Nameoki Road in Granite City and will be open until tonight at 7 p.m. Big Boy’s Donuts in Jerseyville is giving away a shirt, can koozie, and window decal sticker. Those interested in participating are asked to like Big Boy’s Donuts on Facebook, like and share the giveaway announcement post , and tag a friend in the comments section. The winner will be chosen at random and announced on Saturday on their Facebook page . Duke Bakery also hosted a couple giveaways today, including two “Glazed and Confused” t-shirts, a Duke Bakery Coffee cup, and a free dozen glazed donuts. Winners
COVID deaths are at their lowest rate ever
Here's a quick update on the COVID death rate in the US and other peer countries: In every country the death rate has fallen below 0.5 per million, and in a few it's under 0.1 per million. In the US we're at our lowest death rate since the start of the pandemic, but this still ...continue reading "COVID deaths are at their lowest rate ever"
Plans for $350M Lake of the Ozarks resort approved, construction starts soon
A $350-million family resort and entertainment district visioned for the Lake of the Ozarks region officially gets the green light.
Condado Tacos announces opening date at Ballpark Village
Illinois budget includes nearly $5,000 pay raise for state lawmakers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) – State lawmakers are expected to get a pay increase when Governor J.B. Pritzker signs the budget. It will be their second raise this year. “I just think it sends the wrong message at a time when people are struggling with inflation, the cost of living, cost of energy, of gasoline, of [...]
Illinois' Lotto jackpot reaches record-breaking amount
ILLINOIS — The record has officially been broken, again, for the largest Lotto jackpot in Illinois as yet another drawing has passed without a top prize winner. To date, the largest Lotto prize ever won was in June 2020 to the tune of $16.5 million. Thursday's drawing inched past it with a jackpot of $16.55 [...]
Guitar once owned by Jimmy Page up for sale
Led Zeppelin fans now have a chance to get their hands on a guitar that was once owned by none other than Jimmy Page. ATB Guitars is selling the 1969 Gibson Firebird III,…
St. Louis County considering property tax increase to cover new headquarters
St. Louis County homeowners could be asked to approve a property tax increase as soon as November to pay for a new or remodeled county government building.
Youth camp canceled after St. Louis County police officers transferred from program
One of the two free St. Louis County police summer camps for youth was shut down after the department transferred more than half of the program's officers.
Missouri professor not guilty by reason of insanity in stabbing death of colleague
Man wanted in St. Louis jewelry store robbery
Police are asking for the public’s assistance with identifying a man accused in a St. Louis jewelry store robbery last month.
Riot To Cancel Summer Esports Season Over ‘League Of Legends’ Players’ Strike
It’s been a while since we last checked in on the esports industry or discussed any milestones it has reached. For a while there, we were seeing new ground broken on a nearly monthly basis, particularly during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite all of that growth, we did mention that it was also […]
Prestige Design & Renovations Aiming For Top Spot Among Local Contractors
ALTON - Prestige Design & Renovations offers a wide range of construction and renovation services in the Riverbend area, and Lead Carpenter Eddie Rappel said they’re aiming to be the #1 general contractor in the area with a focus on customer satisfaction. “We put our heart and soul into every project,” Rappel said. “We’re not just there for a paycheck, we’re there to do a custom project, and the gratification factor that we receive is from the customers’ expressions, the customers that we just ‘wow!’” Prestige’s services include renovations, home additions, residential remodeling, commercial renovations, roofing services, and more. They serve the areas of Alton, Brighton, Collinsville, Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, Maryville, Hamel, Marine, and Fairview Heights. Rappel has 25 years of experience as a carpenter and said the company is a tight-knit crew of just three employees, himself included. “At the end o
Late Night Coffee Shops/Hangouts
Anyone know any good local restaurants near Alton, Edwardsville etc. that offer catering or bulk to go orders?
Fire damages garages behind Central West End homes
ST. LOUIS -- Firefighters have been called to the 4300 block of Laclede for a garage fire. The fire damaged two other nearby garages. Power lines located behind the Central West End homes were also down, and arcing. The fire appears to be out. Images from Bommarito Automotive SkyFOX Helicopter show damage to the building's [...]
Circus Flora’s spy-themed show dazzles with motorcycle stunts, hair aerialist
St. Louis’ intimate one-ring circus, Circus Flora, is back at the Big Top in Grand Center. Artistic and executive director (and lifelong circus performer) Jack Marsh says acts such as aerialist Laura Lippert, the Globe of Speed, and world class juggler Roberto Carlos will thrill audiences in the circus’ 37th season that runs until June 25.
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