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The state of Illinois' ban on high-powered weapons and high-capacity magazines passed a state constitutional test Friday as it awaits a potentially more daunting challenge on the federal stage. In a split decision, the Democratically controlled Illinois Supreme Court ruled 4-3 that the law characterizing dozens of firearms as “assault weapons” and preventing their manufacture and sale in Illinois does not constitute “special legislation.” Devices used to make guns fire more rapidly are also…

David Lee Roth is back with another somewhat bizarre video, this time proving to fans he’s skillful with a samurai sword. The former Van Halen frontman’s latest clip has him showing off a series of…

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We’re celebrating the return of warmer weather by bringing live music to the streets of the Central West End! Every Friday night from 6-9 p.m., you can sip, shop and

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Microsoft has long been one of several companies that attempted to monopolize repair in a bid for profit, particularly when it has come to the company’s game consoles. But in recent years the company appears to have realized that with state and federal lawmakers and regulators cracking down on this behavior, it might be smart […]

GLEN CARBON - Glen Carbon Police have three reports of separate burglaries to motor vehicles and one stolen motor vehicle in the Savannah Crossing Subdivision in Glen Carbon. Glen Caron Police said at about 4:50 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 10, 2023, police officers responded to the Savannah Crossing subdivision for reports of the burglaries and one stolen motor vehicle. Glen Carbon officers and detectives, with the help of Illinois State Police Crime Scene personnel, are actively following up on these cases. Since these separate cases are all currently under investigation, Glen Carbon Police Department does not have any further information to provide at this time. The Glen Carbon Police Department seeks the public’s assistance in the following manner: Please remove all valuables (purses, wallets, cash, laptops, firearms, medicines, etc.) from vehicles. Please lock up all unattended vehicles and secure vehicle keys inside residences. Please secure keyless ignition vehicles inside

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An elementary school-turned-senior living center in Florissant has been repurposed into a more modern apartment complex catering to people 55 years of age and older.

The one-vote victory in the runoff for Alderwoman Charlee McBride came after a tie between the two candidates in April's election.

LaTaunia Kenner’s demotion comes as Comptroller Darlene Green’s other top deputy plans to retire and the office struggles with turnover, paying city bills.

The stormy weather pattern slamming the St. Louis region since early July isn’t going anywhere just yet. So far, the month of July and the beginning of August have been the main culprits for a pattern known as a "jet stream."

SPRINGFIELD – Governor JB Pritzker today signed legislation which will allow individuals with certain felony convictions the opportunity to apply for non-gaming positions at Illinois casinos, largely in the hospitality industry. The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) worked cooperatively with UNITE HERE Local 1 and Senate Bill 1462’s sponsors Senator Robert Peters and Representative Kam Buckner to draft the bill. “Here in the Land of Lincoln, we believe that people deserve second chances—and that includes the formerly incarcerated and those who have been convicted of a felony,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “As we transform our justice system away from incarceration and towards rehabilitation, we are creating opportunities for Illinoisans who’ve made mistakes to secure gainful employment and build better lives for themselves, their families, and their communities.” “This new legislation addresses the needs of people impacted by the legal

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Police said the two people run over by the truck suffered minor injuries.

Foghat is set to return with their first new album in seven years. The band will release their 17th studio album, Sonic Mojo, November 10, with the first single from the record, "Drivin' On," available…

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Don’t let the name fool you – there’s nothing small about this 45-minute adventure through the heart of Downtown St. Louis!   Big Muddy Adventures will meet you on the

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ALTON - Alton may be getting a new business district after a proposal was approved by the City Council on Wednesday. The new “Route 3 and Buckmaster Business District” is intended to attract business growth to the area, which has reportedly seen high vacancy and a decline in visitors in recent years. A public hearing on the proposed district is set for later this fall. The new district would be bordered by Homer M. Adams Parkway to the north, Buckmaster Lane to the west, Oakwood Avenue to the south, and to the eastern edge of the property currently occupied by Big Lots and Goodwill. The number of “deteriorated” sites within the area has made it “an economic liability to the community,” according to the ordinance proposing the new business district. “Additionally, consumer visitation to the proposed Business District declined dramatically in recent years due to excessive vacancy resulting in an economic underutilization of the area,”

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Two real estate brokers have been promoted in the local office of a national commercial real estate firm that's also the St. Louis region's largest.

The Saint Louis Zoo has launched a new effort to save elephants from wildlife trafficking known as "Toss the Tusk."