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EDWARDSVILLE – Timothy Banowetz, 31, who was convicted after a guilty plea in the murder of prominent attorney Randy Gori, is asking Judge Kyle Napp to withdraw his guilty plea. A hearing on the matter is scheduled for April 13. Banowetz entered a guilty plea to one count of first-degree murder and two counts of armed robbery in October 2021, just before he was set to go to trial. He has been serving a 70-year sentence in the murder case. Timothy Banowetz pleaded guilty to one count of first-degree murder and two counts of armed robbery in October 2021 just before he was set to go to trial. He was a former St. Louis college student. Banowetz claims in his hand-printed request that the guilty plea was not made voluntarily and was made because of coercion and inadequate representation. Banowetz was charged in January 2020 with first-degree murder for entering Gori’s Edwardsville home, binding the victim and his two children, then killing Gori. Police were called to the scen

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The Department of Social Services says its inclusion and belonging program helps retain employees during a severe staffing shortage.

ClickUp compiled a list of counties with the most employees working from home in Missouri using Census Bureau data.

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DHL, the global shipping and logistics company, plans to shutter a St. Louis-area facility as it moves the work across the state.

Print out several copies of your resume and pre-register for a big career fair on Thursday, Mar. 30.

ALTON - North Elementary’s Light the Night campaign (formerly known as Pennies for Patients) was very successful once again. The campaign was held for three weeks in March (from March 7-24) and is coordinated by Kimberlie Scheurer, a second-grade teacher at North Elementary. All proceeds are given to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society – STL chapter. "Every classroom teacher was provided with a classroom link for online donations," Scheurer said. "Many families shared this link with family and friends." Students are able to participate in activities each week in support of the campaign. This was the process over the three weeks of the fundraiser: Week 1 – Dress up days with online donations only. “Put a Cap on Cancer” – wear hats. “Band Together Against Cancer” – wear your favorite band/musical group t-shirt. “Dreamin’ for the Cure” – pajama day. Week 2 – “Smencil” Sale (smelly

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I went out to the desert on Friday to do some astronomy, but in order to avoid traffic I left the house early and took the scenic route. In Banning I turned off the interstate and took Highway 243 up to Idyllwild and then back down to Indio. By the time I got to the ...continue reading "Lunchtime Photo"

Bill's backers say legislation would keep parents better informed of curriculum material. Five metro-area Republicans backed measure, while two Democrats opposed.

EDWARDSVILLE – The Edwardsville Police Department has issued a strong warning to motorists about texting and driving in honor of Distracted Driving Awareness Month. The Edwardsville Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois State Police, and more than 200 local law enforcement agencies to step up enforcement efforts across the state. Motorists can expect to see increased patrols and traffic safety enforcement zones throughout April. “Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of motor vehicle crashes on our roads today,” said Lt. Brandn Whittaker. “During Distracted Driving Awareness Month, law enforcement will boost enforcement efforts, stopping anyone who is texting and driving. Remember, if you have a phone in one hand, you can expect a ticket in the other.” In Illinois, using your phone in anything other than hands-free mode is not only dangerous, it’s illegal. Drop it and drive. The Illinois

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St. Louis official have denied a developer’s request to demolish City Museum founder Bob Cassilly's former workshop and studio.

JERSEYVILLE - Two individuals were charged with meth-related offenses in Jersey County over the past week, according to recent court filings from the Jersey County Circuit Clerk’s Office. Michael C. Ault, 38, of East Alton, was charged with unlawful possession of methamphetamine with the intent to deliver, as well as driving on a suspended license. He “knowingly possessed with the intent to deliver more than 15 grams, but not more than 100 grams, of methamphetamine” on March 22, 2023. Ault was charged with a Class X felony for the meth offense and his bail was set at $50,000. His preliminary hearing is set for March 29 at 1 p.m. More information and updates on this case are available here . Nicholas J. Shewmake, 29, of Wood River, was charged with unlawful possession of methamphetamine and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia. On March 19, 2023, he was found in possession of less than five grams of methamphetamine and a glass pipe. Shewmake was charge

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Here is the suicide rate among teen girls age 15-19 going back to 1940. Values before 1968 are estimated from the age 15-24 suicide rate. The suicide rate: Declined for 17 years after the Great Depression. Reached a low point in 1957. Rose for 31 years. Peaked in 1988. Declined for 14 years. Reached a ...continue reading "Raw data: Suicide rate among teen girls"

ALTON – Ameren Illinois customers in and around Alton and Godfrey will see energy at work throughout the spring and well into the fall as crews replace steel pipeline and natural gas services with modern, corrosion-resistant polyethylene material. Ameren Illinois awarded the work in both communities to a diverse contractor, Jayne Excavating and Welding, a woman-owned business. Jayne crews will upgrade more than 4.5 miles of natural gas pipeline from the 1960s and approximately 315 individual customers' natural gas services in Alton. In Godfrey, crews will upgrade 3.5 miles of pipeline and natural gas services for nearly 160 individual customers. All work should be completed by early November, weather pending. Alton – Construction is underway on Danforth and Oakwood Avenue. Spring Street, work is underway. McPherson Avenue, work begins in early April. Myrtle Street, project to start end of May. Manor Court, project to begin mid-August Milton Road, work begins in

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JERSEYVILLE - One individual was charged with attempting to disarm a police officer and another was charged with kicking out a police car window and causing other vehicle damage last week, according to recent Jersey County court filings. Donald E. Schrieber, 41, homeless, was charged with attempting to disarm a peace officer. On March 20, 2023, Schrieber “attempted to take a weapon from Jamie Damm,” an officer with the Jerseyville Police Department, while Damm was “engaged in the performance of his official duties,” according to court documents. Schrieber was charged with a Class 2 felony and his bail was set at $25,000. His preliminary hearing is set for April 24 at 1 p.m. More information and updates on this case are available here . David M. Hoffarth, 32, of Centralia, was charged with criminal damage to government property after damaging a Jerseyville Police Department vehicle “by kicking the driver’s side rear window out and damaging

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GLEN CARBON - Jacob Huber posted a time of 52.82, a Father McGivney school record for sixth place this past weekend at the Illinois Top Times Meet Indoor Track and Field Championships. Jacob is a Byron, Carlson, Petri, and Kalb Male Athlete of the Month for Father McGivney Catholic. Jacob is also outstanding in the long jump and sprint relays. "He has high goals for the 400 meters and wants to make it to state," McGivney head boys track coach Jim Helton said. "He is a great person to coach. He is a great overall athlete in multiple sports and has a lot of power." Huber finished second place in the 400-meter race at the Jersey Winter Thaw Indoor Meet back on March 11 with a time of 53.14 seconds. He placed fifth in the 200-meter race with a time of 24.35 seconds.

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