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Trump taps former career ICE official to lead agency

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WASHINGTON — Long-time federal immigration official David Venturella will lead U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the agency spearheading President Donald Trump’s mass deportation campaign, according to a Department of Homeland Security spokesperson. Venturella will replace outgoing ICE acting Director Todd Lyons, who last month announced he would leave his position by May 31, the DHS […]
Ariana Figueroa

St. Louis County Police Release Video on Hostage Shooting Incident

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ST. LOUIS COUNTY - St. Louis County Police on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, released a Critical Incident Briefing video related to an officer-involved shooting that authorities say occurred on March 29, 2026, in Shrewsbury, Mo., during what investigators described as a hostage situation inside a home. The Critical Incident Briefing video for the officer-involved shooting that occurred on March 29, 2026, in Shrewsbury, Mo, can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/QM0IlWkC0VI According to previously release

Missouri AI regulations founder in House committee despite White House go-ahead

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A Missouri House committee voted down legislation on Tuesday aimed at establishing safeguards on the use of artificial intelligence over concerns that the bill lacked enforcement mechanisms and included drafting errors.  The bill, sponsored by Republican state Sen. Joe Nicola of Grain Valley, would have specified that liability for harm caused by an AI system […]
Steph Quinn

Edwardsville CUSD7 Appoints Dr. Allen Duncan Jr. As Superintendent

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EDWARDSVILLE – The Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7 Board of Education approved a contract for Dr. Allen Duncan Jr. to serve as superintendent during its work session on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Duncan was appointed interim superintendent on January 12, 2026, after serving as acting superintendent since September 25, 2025. His appointment as superintendent will officially begin on July 1, 2026. Dr. Duncan brings deep institutional knowledge and a strong commitment to District

Nominations Now Being Accepted for 2026 Alton High School Wall of Fame

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ALTON - The Alton Educational Foundation is pleased to announce that nominations are now being accepted for the Alton High School Wall of Fame Induction Class of 2026. Members of the community are encouraged to submit nominations between now and June 12 for deserving recipients. The Alton High Wall of Fame recognizes excellence in a wide array of fields and individuals from any one or more of the following areas can be nominated: 1) Graduates of Alton High School (must have graduated prio

Federal Trial Ends With Conviction in East St. Louis Firearm Case

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EAST ST. LOUIS — A federal jury on May 6, 2026, convicted Anthony D. Bradley Jr., 37, of possessing a firearm as a previously convicted felon after a two-day trial stemming from an October 2024 encounter in East St. Louis, authorities said. Bradley, described in court documents as a prior felon, was indicted by a federal grand jury in November 2024. Officers observed him possessing a firearm on Oct. 28, 2024, during a proactive crime suppression detail that included the John De Shields housin

"What's Up Downtown" Shares Summer Plans for Local Businesses and Organizations

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ALTON - From an art gallery’s expansion to a local church’s anniversary celebration, downtown Alton has a busy summer ahead. Community members gathered for the “What’s Up Downtown” quarterly information exchange on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at The Wedge in Alton. Hosted by Alton Main Street , the goal is to provide an opportunity for downtown businesses and organizations to share more about their work. Stephanie Schrage and J. Scot Heathman with The Wedge encouraged