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ALTON - At 12:49 a.m. Sunday, July 2, 2023, Alton Police Department received a 911 call regarding a shooting in the 2400 block of Lincoln Avenue in Alton. Alton Police Chief Jarrett Ford said Alton officers, in addition to officers with the Cross River Crimes Task Force who were in Alton for unrelated reasons, immediately responded to the scene and determined that one adult male subject had been shot and ultimately died. "Officers were also able to immediately locate an adult male subject responsible for discharging the firearm and causing the death," Ford said. "That subject was taken into custody and remains at the Alton Jail. "Preliminary information has revealed that the subjects involved in this incident are all family and/or known to one another. This is not a random act of violence nor is there any threat to the public. Our condolences to the many family members affected by this incident." Ford continued and said: "The investigation is ongoing at this time. The Alton Police

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Something peculiar occurred to me recently about the pandemic year of 2020. Obviously a lot of things changed: businesses shut down, office towers emptied out, product shortages were endemic, and so forth. But there were also a number of sharp changes that had no obvious connection to the pandemic. For example: Pedestrian deaths were up ...continue reading "2020 was a very odd year"

ST. LOUIS - Police are investaigating a carjacking that took place Saturday night. It happened around 10:45 p.m. on the 5600 block of Waterman Avenue, where a man was arriving home in his blue 2009 Toyota Camry. Upon arrival, the man was approached by six to seven armed suspects. After one of the suspects point [...]

Someone flagged down a passing ambulance, but the victim was pronounced dead at a hospital.

Police found the bodies of two men, 24 and 26 years old, with gunshot wounds.

BRIGHTON - Rain couldn’t scare off Brighton residents as many gathered at Schneider Park to celebrate Independence Day on Saturday, July 1 with food, a fishing derby, a 5K and more. Known as Independence Day at the Park, the celebration offers numerous competitions and events throughout the day. The Village of Brighton promised that there’s “something for everyone.” The day kicked off early with a Kid’s Fishing Derby & Casting Contest from 8:30–10:30 a.m. A “firecracker 5K” began at 9 a.m. and Brandy Hendy won first place. The Brighton Athletic Association also hosted a Home Run Derby for kids and adults at 11:30 a.m. The afternoon and evening promises plenty of sweet treats, starting with a watermelon-eating contest at 3 p.m. Kids and adults competed for medals. Entries for the famous cake and pie baking competition are due at 4:30 p.m. for judging at 5 p.m. All entries will be auctioned off after the winners are announced.

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EAST ALTON - Pratt & Tobin, P.C. has added Attorney Daniel Harrow to its ranks. Pratt & Tobin, P.C. is proud to announce that it has hired a sixth attorney to assist with its current caseload of 600+ open files, Attorney Daniel Harrow. Daniel brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience with regard to a number of the law firm’s practice areas as well as trial experience. He will primarily be working with the law firm’s Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA) and Auto/Trucking Accident Teams. Pratt & Tobin, P.C. is a nationwide plaintiff’s personal injury law firm based in East Alton, Illinois that is dedicated to fighting on behalf of those injured or killed due to the wrongful conduct of others. The law firm’s trial attorneys represent plaintiffs in federal and state courts both in the St. Louis metropolitan area and throughout the entire United States. Contact Pratt & Tobin, P.C. for a free consultation at (800)851-5562 or lawoffice@prattandtobin.com.

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CHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker signed HB 3882 into law, which grants undocumented immigrants the opportunity to obtain a standardized Illinois Driver’s License. This will replace the current Temporary Visitor Driver’s License (TVDL) with a standard 4-year license that serves as a valid form of identification and remains compliant with the federal REAL ID Act. “This legislation is a significant step in eliminating the barriers to opportunity that many undocumented immigrants face,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “We’re ensuring every eligible individual can obtain a driver’s license, making our roads safer, decreasing stigma, and creating more equitable systems for all.” “To be a welcoming state, we must ensure communities have the tools to truly feel welcomed. Providing access to a standard Illinois Driver's License for our undocumented immigrants is about breaking down barriers that lead to discrimination and creating

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COLLINSVILLE – The Cahokia Mounds Museum Society, which has supported Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site since 1978, received an award of excellence from the American Association of State and Local History for “Back to the City of the Sun,” the site’s augmented reality (AR) experience for visitors. The 2023 award of excellence is part of the association’s Leadership in History awards, the most prestigious recognition for achievement in the preservation of state and local history. “On behalf of the Society and the site, I am honored this project was selected for this prestigious national award out of the many well-deserving applicants,” said Lori Belknap, superintendent of the Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site. “This was a seven-year project and would not have come to fruition without the concerted effort of the project team. I am grateful the Society is recognized for their dedication to outreach and education at Cahokia Mounds. The A

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SPRINGFIELD – On July 1, 2023, the Illinois State Police (ISP) is officially launching a new public website to view crime statistics in Illinois. The Crime in Illinois Online website is part of the Illinois Uniform Crime Reporting (I-UCR) Program, which serves as the state repository for crime statistics to provide reliable information for use in law enforcement. “The new Crime in Illinois Online website helps meet the growing demand for crime data and transparency,” said ISP Director Brendan F. Kelly. “ Legislators, media, academia and the public can use this data to drive public safety priorities and decisions as crime fluctuates from year-to-year in communities across Illinois.” Crime in Illinois Online includes data on crime rates per county, the type of offenses, trends, and more. The website is interactive and contains pin-point crime mapping, data tables, FAQs, agency compliance tracking, and the ability to download crime reports.

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CARROLLTON – For Carrollton High School graduates who have been awaiting an Alumni Banquet, the wait is over. CHS grads can mark their calendars and make plans to attend the 147 th reunion scheduled for Saturday, September 9, 2023. The last alumni banquet was held in June 2019, but discontinued during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Traditionally, the current 25-year class would host the event and pay special honor to their predecessors from the 50-year class. This year, however, a committee of graduates is issuing a call to all CHS alumni, their guest, their coaches and faculty members, to join together for a good meal, and honor everyone attending because all are special. The reunion event will be hosted by emcee Stephen “Beaver” Martin (1960), and every attendee will be invited to introduce self and guest. Other event planners include Karen (Parker) Carmody (1962), John Langer (1974), Larry Gillingham (1958), Velma Gillingham (1960), Mike Weber (1974), and Debbie (Payne)

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