MARYVILLE – To continue his advocacy on behalf of working families and to help reduce the opioid epidemic’s widespread harm, State Senator Kris Tharp was appointed to serve on the Illinois Opioid Remediation Advisory Board. “Opioid addictions can not only lead to fatalities but can also induce hardships for working families, such as safety and financial concerns,” said Senator Tharp (D-Bethalto). “In my position as a law enforcement officer, I’m familiar with the prevalence of opioid abuse in Madison County. I’m grateful for this appointment and the opportunity to ensure resources are fairly distributed to reduce the epidemic.” Under the direction of the Illinois Department of Human Services, the Opioid Remediation Advisory Board serves as a sub-committee to the Opioid Prevention and Recovery Steering Committee. With this appointment, Senator Tharp will join the board in making advisory recommendations to ensure an equitable allocation
ST. LOUIS COUNTY - The St. Louis County Police said Wednesday morning that the victim in a motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian at the intersection of Jennings Station Road and Florence Place suffered life-threatening injuries but is still alive at this time receiving treatment at an area hospital. On October 10, 2022, at 7:27 PM, St. Louis County Police Officers from the City of Jennings Precinct responded to a call for service for a motor vehicle accident with a pedestrian struck at the intersection of Jennings Station Road and Florence Place. Responding officers located an adult female lying on the ground. The victim was transported to an area hospital for life-saving treatment but was later pronounced deceased. The driver of the vehicle remained on scene and rendered aid to the victim until EMS arrived. The victim was transported to an area hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries. The driver of the vehicle is cooperating with the investigation. Additional
The International Photography Hall of Fame and Museum (IPHF) held a juried international photography contest collecting submissions from talented artists from all around the world.
ST. LOUIS COUNTY - St. Louis County Police Department Crimes Against Persons Detectives are currently investigating a fatal motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian struck at the intersection of St. Charles Rock Road and Normandy Avenue that resulted in the death of an adult male. The deceased has been identified as Marquist Murray, 38 years of age, of the 1600 block of Lulu Avenue, in Saint Louis, MO 63133. On October 11, 2022, at 2:50 AM, St. Louis County Police Officers from the Central County Precinct responded to a call for service for a motor vehicle accident with a pedestrian struck at the intersection of St. Charles Rock Road and Normandy Avenue. Responding officers located an adult male lying on the ground. The victim was transported to an area hospital for life-saving treatment but was later pronounced deceased. The striking vehicle left the scene. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Geisman at 314-615-5400 or mgeisman@stlouiscountymo.gov . To remain
“Boys don’t cry.” That was the oft repeated refrain my father said to my brother and me growing up. If one of us fell and skinned our knees, it was, “Knock it off, boys don’t cry.” It didn’t matter if we were 4 or 5. Crying was a sign of weakness and of questionable masculinity. […]
A 44-year-old man is still in the hospital recovering after being shot in the mouth while in the parking lot of Pop's Nightclub & Concert Venue in Sauget, Illinois, Saturday morning. The shooting occurred around 5:30 a.m.
If you watch this space regularly (and of course you do!) then you know that your friendly local weed critic Tommy Chims was recently given the opportunity to serve as a judge for the People's Choice Edition of Illinois Cannabis Cup.
The Blues released their 23-man Opening Night roster on Monday, five days ahead of the team's first game this season against the Columbus Blue Jackets.
BEACH PARK, Ill. — A three-year-old child was accidentally run over and later died as his family member was moving a car in a Beach Park driveway Monday afternoon. An adult family member of the boy was moving cars in a driveway at the 12700 block of West Beach Park Road around 12:00 p.m. so [...]
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A pedestrian was hit and killed in Jennings Monday night. The incident happened at approximately 7:27 p.m. in the intersection of Jennings Station Road and Florence Place. When officers arrived at the scene, they found a woman on the ground. She was taken to the hospital for life-saving treatment, but [...]
Ringo Starr recently canceled five shows with his All Starr Band after he tested positive for COVID-19, but the former Beatles drummer has announced that he and his group are…
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