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Low Mississippi River levels disrupting harvest logistics
The historically low river levels are threatening the United States' critical connection to global markets.
See the Nov. 1, 1925, front page: Bankers take charge of big dry goods firm
Headlines from the Oct. 31, 1925, front page include: Flees after auto hits a man; is killed within a mile
A pleasant Halloween surprise
Total standstill on 270
St. Charles drops tampering charge and closes case against former college dean
Prosecutor says he does not believe she acted with criminal intent
Shooting star?
Obit Index
Friehoff, Clay A. - St. Louis, MO
Morrissey, Kenneth W.
Kenneth W. Morrissey passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2025. Graveside service at Lewis Cemetery, 400 Allen Road, Crescent, MO 63025 on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. For more information see Schrader.com.
McPeters, Charles Milton
Charles Milton McPeters passed away on October 25, 2025, in St. Peters, Missouri. He is survived by his daughter Debra Meiners, son Jerry, son-in-law Mark Meiners, and grandchild Mason Meiners. Visitation will be held November 7 from 4:00 p.m. toβ¦
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SNAP benefit recipients in legal limbo
The latest twist in the federal government shutdown leaves recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program wondering whether they will receive their benefits.
Concerns grow after attempted kidnapping in The Hill area
The video footage of the incident has been a focal point for both the community and investigators as they work to understand the circumstances surrounding the event.
Alton Halloween Parade Float Winner Shares Love for Community
ALTON - Dr. Bruce Vest’s Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Clinic P.C. once again took first place in the Alton Halloween Parade. On Halloween night, Oct. 31, 2025, Vest was proud of his “double float” featuring a giant robot, a fire-breathing dragon, and plenty more characters and fun. He shared that his team had been working for “a long time” to build the float, but he was excited to showcase the hard work to the community. “This is Dr. Vest’s Dragon
Case dropped against owner of STL Bar where police crashed
A criminal case against a St. Louis bar owner that began with a police crash into the business has been dropped nearly two years later.Β
Alton Halloween Parade Announces Float Competition Winners
ALTON - These are the results of the Alton Halloween Parade float competition: Commercial Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Clinic P.C. Tarrant & Harman Real Estate Allied Pest Control, Inc. Organization U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers Junior League of Greater Alton Alton Pride Family Division Paxton Belchik Racing Geisen Family Ambience by DARA Junior Youth Division Children’s Tribe A. Montessori Academy St. Mary’s Evangelical School Senior Youth Division
Alton Natives Share Halloween Parade Traditions
ALTON - People traveled from across the region for the historic 108th Alton Halloween Parade. On Halloween night, Oct. 31, 2025, thousands of community members gathered in downtown Alton to watch the parade and engage with the Riverbend community. Most attendees had a connection to Alton, while others were watching the parade for the first time. But as the parade began, it was clear that all in attendance were having a great experience. “I think we show up,” said Erin. “I’m
Best Joke of the Night: Why did the whale blush?
When AI And Secure Chat Meet, Users Deserve Strong Controls Over How They Interact
Both Google and Apple are cramming new AI features into their phones and other devices, and neither company has offered clear ways to control which apps those AI systems can access. Recent issues around WhatsApp on both Android and iPhone demonstrate how these interactions can go sideways, risking revealing chat conversations beyond what you intend. […]
Parade Marshal Karen Wilson Proud to Lead Alton Halloween Parade
ALTON - As the parade marshal, Karen Wilson shared she was honored to lead the 108th Alton Halloween Parade. “It’s pretty special,” Wilson said. “Since I grew up in Alton, I've been coming to these parades forever, and so the fact that I'm a parade marshal is just sort of surreal.” Thousands of people gathered in downtown Alton on Halloween night, Oct. 31, 2025, for the parade. Sponsored by the East End Improvement Association, the Alton Halloween Parade
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