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Men in masks kidnapping people off streets or turning businesses into ghost towns is now nothing more than an everyday occurrence in the United States. The Trump administration never actually cared whether or not the people it ejected from the country due to their race, color, or creed were, in fact, criminals. All it ever […]

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Too old to throw your next birthday party at a Chuck E. Cheese? How about a “Chuck’s Arcade,” instead?

JERSEYVILLE – A Jerseyville man accused of invading a home he tried breaking into earlier the same night faces multiple felonies after battering the home’s occupants and a responding police officer. Kaeleb D. Austin, 26, of Jerseyville, was charged on July 3, 2025 with a Class X felony count of home invasion, a Class 2 felony count of aggravated battery, and three Class A misdemeanors including two counts of battery and one count of criminal damage to property. On July 2, Austin allegedly entered an occupied Jersey County residence without legal authority, struck one of the occupants in the face with a closed fist, pushed another occupant, and kicked a police officer twice in the chest while the officer attempted to detain him. He is also accused of causing over $500 of damage to one of the home’s front windows. Austin first attempted to break into the home’s back door and window at approximately 10:52 p.m., according to the state’s petition to deny

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Some abortions still need a plan that must be approved by Missouri's health department.

The St. Charles Fire Department is sending reminders to residents about discarding firework debris correctly after a home was damaged Sunday night.

COLLINSVILLE - The Collinsville Police Department is seeking public assistance in locating a fugitive who has failed to comply with pretrial release conditions related to aggravated criminal sexual abuse charges. The individual, identified as Lamel T. Scott, faces charges involving a victim under the age of 13, stemming from allegations made earlier this year. Authorities issued the notice on Friday, July 4, 2025, as part of their "Fugitive Friday" initiative, aimed at encouraging those with outstanding warrants to surrender voluntarily. The department urges anyone with information about Scott’s whereabouts to contact them anonymously by calling 618-344-2131, extension 5209, or by sending a message through their Facebook page. The police department emphasized the importance of compliance, stating that failure to adhere to release conditions or to appear in court will result in the individual’s photo being posted online as part of the public notification effort. The departmen

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Following a two-week sting operation led by the FBI, eight Illinoisans are facing federal charges for running a drug ring.

JERSEYVILLE — Two Jersey County Sheriff’s Office officers received the prestigious Sheriff’s Service Award for their roles in assisting neighboring counties with a multi-county burglary investigation earlier this year. Jersey County Sheriff's Office Detective Sally Arbuthnot and Telecommunicator Megan Ayres were recognized for their investigative efforts that helped identify and apprehend a suspect involved in a series of burglaries across Pike, Calhoun, and Jersey counties. The awards were announced by Jersey County Sheriff Nick Manns on Thursday. The investigation began when the Pike County Sheriff’s Office alerted Detective Arbuthnot to a string of burglaries occurring in Pike and Calhoun counties, sharing a surveillance image of a suspect vehicle. Although the image was of poor quality, Sheriff Manns said it provided details on the vehicle’s color and approximate model. Arbuthnot contacted business owners along State Route 16 in Jersey County to check

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Kehoe favors renewal of the one-tenth-of-one-cent Parks, Soils and Water Sales Tax and keeping state parks free. A renewal of the tax will be on the ballot next year.

ALTON - A protest is scheduled for Monday, July 7, 2025, following a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a 17-year-old Alton girl . On July 4, 2025, police responded to reports of a shooting on Oakwood Avenue and found the victim with an apparent gunshot wound. The victim, a 17-year-old girl, later died from her injuries at a local hospital. At 6:45 p.m. on July 7, 2025, community members will rally at the Alton Housing Authority. “This is our community. That was one of our children,” said Lee Barham, who organized the protest. “Regardless of where she lives, it’s still one of our children. It’s one less that’ll be graduating. She was 17, so she probably would have been graduating next year. That’s one less in the 2026 class we’ll have. That’s one less too many. That’s unacceptable.” This is not the first time Barham has organized a protest or a vigil following gun violence in Alton, including shootings

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COLLINSVILLE - Madison County Transit honored former Board of Trustees member and Chairman Ron Jedda with a dedication ceremony at the MCT Schoolhouse Trail Tunnel under Illinois Route 157 in Collinsville. The event recognized Jedda’s years of service and his contributions to transit innovation and trail safety in Madison County. During his tenure, Jedda advocated for bus service enhancements and the expansion of the MCT Trails system. A significant part of his work focused on reducing at-grade crossings by supporting the construction of dedicated bridges and tunnels to provide safer and uninterrupted trail access. The commemorative plaque at the tunnel acknowledges his efforts, including the upcoming MCT Schoolhouse Trail Bridge over Illinois Route 111 in Pontoon Beach, which is scheduled for construction later this year. MCT expressed gratitude for Jedda’s leadership and commitment to improving mobility and connectivity for county residents.

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CHESTERFIELD, Mo. – Fireflies have been a nostalgic symbol of summer for many generations, but like many insects, their population numbers are decreasing. That’s why the Butterfly House is stepping up efforts to engage kids and families through Project Pollinator, a program that seeks to promote an appreciation of pollinators (like fireflies) through education and [...]

We are getting our first look at the upcoming musical biopic about German rock band Scorpions.A trailer for the film, Wind of Change, has just been released, giving fans a…

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All aboard! The Riverboats at the Gateway Arch provide an unparalleled experience on the Mississippi River. The one-hour St. Louis Riverfront Cruise is narrated by a captain from the National […]

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MARYVILLE - Anderson Hospital is excited to announce the construction of a brand-new Emergency Department—a major investment in the future of emergency care for the communities we serve. This project will be a completely new, state-of-the-art facility designed to enhance patient care, improve efficiency, and accommodate the growing number of emergency visits, which now exceeds 37,000 visits annually. This project reflects our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our patients and community. The decision to build a new ER stems from several critical factors: Rising Patient Volume: Each year, we see a growing number of patients in our ER, underscoring the urgent need for expanded capacity. Facility Limitations: Our current space is outdated and challenging to support the high volume or complexity of care our team delivers. Behavioral Health Needs: There is an increasing demand for appropriate space to care for patients experiencing behavioral health crises. Trauma and

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Brittney D. Gardner, 31, admitted to shooting 38-year-old Troy Bond in the neck while he sat in the back seat of a car with their child.