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Wood River might consider new water feature
A recent conversation on The Big Z with the two top-ranking officials in Wood River have some asking if there is a possibility a new pool could be built in that city in the future. The Wood River Aquatic Center was demolished in late 2018 to make way for the new Rec Center, but there are still those longing for a public pool.
Hundred-foot-wide sinkhole opens up in middle of sports field: 'Looks like something out of a movie'
It was a surreal scene as a large sinkhole formed in the middle of a sports field in southern Illinois. It was a surreal scene as a large sinkhole formed in the middle of a sports field in southern Illinois. Scientists say it is a sight that is becoming more common.
FHLBank Chicago Announces $50 Million in Interest Rate Subsidies to Expand Community Building Impact
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 16, 2024-- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago) is providing $50 million in interest rate subsidies to help expand affordable housing, economic development, and community partnerships in Illinois and Wisconsin through its new Community Impact Advance Pilot Program. This Program provides an up to two percent reduction in interest rates on advances, which are secured loans, to help FHLBank Chicago member financial institutions support their customers and amplify the impact they are making in their communities. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240716310882/en/ Pilot program offered through FHLBank Chicago makes $50 million in interest rate subsidies available to support affordable housing and economic development in Illinois and Wisconsin. The Community Impact Advance is available today to member financial institutions. (Photo: Business Wire)
Live updates: Heavy rain, flooding in St. Louis region | Weather Impact Alert
ST. LOUIS — Heavy rain and flooding have been weather concerns for the St. Louis area Tuesday. Tornado warnings expired in the region. A dam overtopped in Nashville, Illinois, causing flooding and evacuations. Roads were flooding in the region causing traffic concerns. This is a live blog of updates...
Driver hits St. Clair County police car in stolen car, runs away
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - A St. Clair County police car was struck by a driver Tuesday morning in Belleville around 3 a.m. Authorities told First Alert 4 crews they were working on a call that involved a stolen vehicle. They say the driver of the vehicle struck a St. Clair County squad car, crashed into a ditch, and ran away.
'I saw fear on everyone's face': Church members recall chaos, terror after gunman opens fire inside north St. Louis County church
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. — "It started out as just another service," recalled Pastor Ernest Howard. However, about 30 minutes after his wife and their Praise Team at Brothers And Sisters In Christ Fellowship Church started singing Sunday morning, gunshots rang out inside their sacred place in Bellefontaine Neighbors.
Lt. Dan Band live at Fort Leonard Wood July 26
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo. (July 15, 2024) — Fort Leonard Wood’s Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation will host Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band live in concert on July 26 on Gerlach Field. The band, which is now a Gary Sinise Foundation program, uplifts and celebrates our nation’s defenders and their families and to-date has performed more than 560 concerts around the globe.
Mediterranean restaurant chain opens 1st St. Louis-area store, inks deal for next site
CREVE COEUR, Mo. — Taziki's Mediterranean Café, a fast-casual restaurant chain, has opened its first St. Louis-area location, which also is its first in Missouri, and recently signed a lease for its next site here. The Birmingham, Alabama-based chain opened the store July 2 at 12704 Olive Blvd....
Litchfield restaurant closed after truck hits building
LITCHFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — A restaurant and bakery in Litchfield is closed after a truck crashed into it Sunday night. Staff for Jubelt’s Restaurant and Bakery and officials with the Litchfield Fire Department both detailed the incident on their Facebook pages. A truck driving south on Old Route 66 crossed into the opposite lane, plowed […]
Police asking for public’s help in identifying robbery suspect
ST. LOUIS – The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department is seeking assistance from the public in identifying a robbery suspect. The incident occurred around 4:15 p.m. on July 5 in the 3200 block of S. Grand Blvd. According to police, two men approached a 39-year-old man in an alley. One of the two men revealed a gun and announced a robbery.
Creve Coeur votes for major renovation to 100-year-old golf course
The city of Creve Coeur might be enjoying its 75th anniversary of incorporation; meanwhile, the Creve Coeur Golf Course is now in its 100th year of offering open play, tournaments, special events and group outings for people of all ages. On July 8, the City Council unanimously voted in favor...
Bernie’s Redbird Review: Grading Every Area Of The Cardinals At The All-Star Break.
The Cardinals sputtered into the All-Star break by losing four of six games to the Royals and Cubs at Busch Stadium. After six weeks of watching the Redbirds play winning baseball, their late downturn was disappointing. This does not mean the Cardinals have reverted to their former ways. Thirty-nine games...
Police: Woman fired shots after victim threw can of corn at her car in St. Louis County
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - A woman was charged Sunday after an alleged shooting that stemmed from a can of corn being thrown at her car in St. Louis County. The incident occurred in the 11600 block of West Florissant on June 30. Police said two women had an altercation the day before. The next day, one of them threw a can of corn at 43-year-old Eboni Robinson’s blue Nissan Altima, which was parked behind her house.
'This heinous crime gripped St. Louis': Tyler Terry sentenced to life for 2 St. Louis County murders, smiles and laughs as victims' families speak
CLAYTON, Mo. — The man accused of killing a doctor and a woman in St. Louis County as part of a multi-state crime spree in 2021 entered a guilty plea Monday. It was May 15, 2021 when Tyler Terry went on the run with his girlfriend, Adrienne Simpson, after killing 71-year-old Barbara Goodkin and 58-year-old Dr. Sergei Zacharev in St. Louis County.
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