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CHICAGO — Longtime Springfield lobbyist Mike McClain, who spent years as a close friend and adviser to ex-Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, was sentenced to two years in prison Thursday for his role in a bribery scheme targeted at the…

The St. Louis Cardinals will take on the San Diego Padres at Busch Stadium on July 24, 25, 26 and 27.

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From St. Louis Business Journal: A public St. Louis board is mobilizing existing funds to demolish 40 buildings damaged by the May 16 tornado, passing a resolution Tuesday allowing that work to advance. The Land Clearance For Redevelopment Authority (LCRA) on Tuesday passed a measure allowing an already-existing demolition program, which uses funds from the […]

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Chimpanzee handler Tonia Haddix learned Thursday that she will remain jailed after a stunning discovery in her basement.

Since coming to life in 2005, the GRAMMY Award-nominated act In This Moment have presided over a diehard fan base under the watch of “mother” figure and frontwoman Maria Brink—joined […]

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From St. Louis/Southern Illinois Labor Tribune: The St. Louis Building & Construction Trades Council honored St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer, State Senator Steve Roberts (D-St. Louis) and St. Louis Police Chief Robert Tracy with Leadership Awards at its third annual golf outing and awards program July 14 at Glen Echo Country Club. John Stiffler, executive […]

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EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. - The city of Edwardsville announced its new Bike Rack Grant program, which seeks to create more availability for public bicycle parking. This program—approved in July—was proposed by Edwardsville's Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee, whose purpose is to resolve problems and ensure safety for pedestrians and bicyclists. They hope this program will provide convenience, [...]

COLLINSVILLE — On July 23, 2025, the Collinsville Police Department responded to a report of a stabbing at the Walmart Supercenter located at 1040 Collinsville Crossing. At approximately 1:56 p.m. that day, officers arrived to find a female employee suffering from multiple stab wounds. The victim was transported by the Collinsville Fire Department to a hospital in St. Louis, where she remains in stable condition. Authorities identified the suspect as Kelvin F. Fuller, 19, of Collinsville, who was a co-worker of the victim. Fuller fled the scene but was located a short distance from the store and taken into custody without incident. The following day, July 24, 2025, the Collinsville Police Department’s investigative division presented the case to the Madison County State’s Attorney’s Office. Based on the evidence, Fuller was charged with attempted first-degree murder, a Class X felony, and two counts of aggravated battery, each a Class 3 felony. Fuller remains

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A Franklin County, Missouri, man appeared in federal court on Wednesday and was sentenced for committing bank fraud with stolen checks.

BETHALTO - Villa Rose Senior Living Community is celebrating its 40th anniversary. The organization will mark the anniversary with a drone show at 9 p.m. on Thursday, July 24, 2025. Community members are welcome to park at Villa Rose or at any of the churches along Moreland Road. In recent interviews on “Our Daily Show!” with C.J. Nasello , staff members shared their experiences and encouraged people to consider Villa Rose. “I think you’ll find something special here,” said Cindy, Villa Rose’s executive director. “Thank you to all the community members that have supported us through the years, those that have entrusted their family members to us. It’s quite an accomplishment when we look at all of the people who we’ve touched.” Cindy explained that Villa Rose was the first independent living facility in the region. To date, they’re the only family-owned senior community in the Riverbend. She believes that

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A Message From The Mayor Editor’s Note: This report was released just as we were finalizing the Friday July 25th edition of the Construction Forum newsletter. While we may produce analysis of her report going forward, we felt that sharing it with you in its entirety in a timely fashion was important. by Cara Spencer, […]

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It's been 34 years since Arlin Henderson went missing; his mother pleads for answers.

Missouri grape growers are hoping this year's harvest is as good as last year's.

FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS - Fairview Heights Police Officers Molly Muennich and Herminio "Tony" Raimundi recently shared their recovery stories with the city’s Board following injuries sustained in the line of duty on May 17, 2025. Officer Muennich was shot in the mouth, and Officer Raimundi was shot in the arm during the incident. Fairview Heights Police said the officers were responding to a report on Potomac Drive of a suspicious person prowling around a home. When the officers arrived and contacted the individual, they found it was a possible domestic situation. The person then began shooting and hit three Fairview Heights Police officers. Both Fairview Heights Police officers have undergone surgeries and are continuing their recovery before returning to active duty. The presentation took place recently, where the officers updated the Board on their progress. The event included Honorable Mary Russell, Vice President; Mr. John Capps, President; and Lt. Col. Lawrence O’Toole,

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GRAFTON - Families are invited to Raging Rivers WaterPark for the summer season’s final two Family Fun Nights. From 6–9 p.m. on Friday, July 25, and Friday, Aug. 1, 2025, community members can stay late at Raging Rivers to enjoy the waterslides and other attractions. On Aug. 1, the evening will conclude with a fireworks spectacular complete with food trucks and more fun. Jeremy Hayes, general manager at Raging Rivers, explained that the goal is to bring families together. “We’re just open a little bit later for guests to get in and enjoy themselves,” he said. “It’s another way of people making memories.” Admission to the Family Fun Night is included with a season pass or a full-day ticket purchased for that date. You can also buy a Family Fun Night evening ticket for $24.99. Raging Rivers WaterPark closes for the season on Sept. 7, 2025, so there’s only a little time left to get out to the park and have fun. Hayes hopes

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From St. Louis Magazine: Few videos of the May 16 tornado are scarier than the one taken from the top floor of The Hudson apartment complex on DeBaliviere at Pershing. You can watch it here. In two seconds flat, the roof lifts away and the walls collapse. It wasn’t an isolated event. Lots of roofs […]

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BETHALTO - The Bethalto Police Department is addressing concerns over the use of low-speed electric scooters, commonly known as e-scooters, on local roadways. The department has received multiple complaints about riders operating these scooters in the community in violation of Illinois law. Under Illinois state law, e-scooters are permitted on roadways only if a municipality enacts an ordinance allowing their use. Even then, riders must adhere to specific rules, including being at least 18 years old and allowing only one rider per scooter. Bethalto has not passed such an ordinance, making the operation of e-scooters on its streets illegal. The Bethalto Police Department highlighted safety concerns after reviewing video footage showing one individual riding on the wrong side of the road through an intersection and another rider pulling out in front of a fire truck responding to a medical emergency with lights and sirens activated. Bethalto Police officers will be actively contacting

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BELLEVILLE – Residents from around the Riverbend have been charged with stolen vehicle possession in a series of unrelated felony cases. Patsy N. Willis, 38, of Belleville, was charged on July 17, 2025 with offenses related to motor vehicles, a Class 2 felony. Willis allegedly possessed a 2007 Toyota Camry which she knew to be stolen on June 12, 2025. The Bethalto Police Department presented the case against Willis, and she was granted pretrial release from custody. Amy E. Rives, 41, of Cottage Hills, was charged with a Class 2 felony count of offenses related to motor vehicles on July 17, 2025. Rives allegedly knowingly possessed a stolen 2009 Ford Flex bearing an Illinois registration number on June 16, 2025. George Garcia-Flores, 22, listed as homeless out of Granite City, was charged on July 18, 2025 with offenses related to motor vehicles, a Class 2 felony. On July 3, 2025, Garcia-Flores was reportedly in possession of a stolen Jaguar X-Type which he knew had been stolen.

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