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Saving new moms from the surprising leading cause of maternal death
Black women are at a higher risk of postpartum mental health disorders, with substance use disorder and suicide being the leading causes of pregnancy-related deaths, and there are numerous resources available in Illinois to help new mothers receive the care they need.
Plainfield-Oswego Rep. Benton files prescription drug rebate bill for next General Assembly session
Plainfield-Oswego Democratic State Representative Harry Benton is staying busy during the current legislative recess, including filing a bill regarding saving on prescription drug costs for consumers. House Bill 5865 was filed with the clerk of the General Assembly on Friday, July 19. Benton said the goal of the bill is...
VCA Fundraiser at OKAW Saddle Club on Saturday
There will be a Vandalia Christian Academy fundraiser at the Okaw Saddle Club on Saturday (tomorrow) July 27th. Events will get started at 5 pm. You can see the full list of events below—- The OKAW Saddle Club is at the corner of Lakewood Drive and Thrill Hill Road.
Springfield man faces charges after 7-year-old drowns in unattended pool
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — Sangamon County State’s Attorney John C. Milhiser announces criminal charges against David Yankee stemming from the March 16, 2024, drowning death of a seven-year-old child. The Indictment alleges in Count One that Yankee knowingly caused or permitted the life or health of a child...
Young hits bases-loaded triple in the 10th in the Nationals' 10-8 victory over Cardinals
ST. LOUIS — Friday’s Game Report: Nationals 10, Cardinals 8 (10 innings) The Cardinals offense found success against lefthanded starter Mackenzie Gore on Friday night, getting home runs from Masyn Winn and Nolan Arenado. Unfortunately, the success was short-lived when the Nationals turned the game over to their...
New lawsuits allege abuse by Catholic priests, nuns
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Sixty people allege in new lawsuits filed in Missouri that they were abused as children by dozens of Catholic priests, nuns and others, and the man who now leads the Archdiocese of Omaha, Nebraska, is among the accused. Five separate lawsuits seeking unspecified damages were...
New deli to soft launch at recently closed Kohn’s Kosher location
CREVE COEUR, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Hope is not lost for St. Louis area lovers of authentic Kosher deli-style food, who may still be reeling from the announcement earlier in July that local staple Kohn’s Kosher Deli would be shuttering the doors at its Creve Coeur location. On...
Lake Of The Ozarks Business Owner Rick Griffin Dies At 56
SUNRISE BEACH, Mo. — An owner of Chic's N Dix HonkyTonk & Saloon unexpectedly passed away at the establishment Wednesday afternoon. Sunrise Beach police officers responded to a medical call at 3:33 p.m., July 24, and found 56-year-old Rick Griffin unconscious inside the building. Unfortunately, he died on scene. The department does not suspect foul play.
FBI Now Searching Missouri Rural Area for Girl Missing Since 1989
The Missouri Highway Patrol has revealed that the FBI is now involved in an investigation about the disappearance of a Missouri girl who's been missing since 1989. A rural area is now being searched by authorities in hopes of turning up new evidence in this cold case. A new press...
SLPS superintendent placed on temporary leave of absence after board holds closed-session meeting
ST. LOUIS — The superintendent of Saint Louis Pubic Schools was placed on a temporary leave of absence by the district's board of education. In a statement, the board said Superintendent Keisha Scarlett was placed on leave, and Deputy Superintendent Millicent Borishade will be acting superintendent. The statement did not provide a reason for the change.
Wood River Man Faces Several Felonies After Fighting Police During Domestic Battery
WOOD RIVER - Seven felony charges have been filed against a Wood River man accused of fighting multiple police officers who were attempting to arrest him during a domestic violence incident. Tristan S. Acup, 21, of Wood River, was charged with the following:. Aggravated battery - Class 2 felony. Aggravated...
Smoke N For The Kids BBQ Competition, Fundraiser Bringing Weekend Of Family Fun To Troy
TROY - Troy area residents can enjoy some good barbecue for an even better cause at the third annual Smoke N For The Kids festival and fundraiser from Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024 at 8 a.m. to Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024 at 4 p.m. The jam-packed, family-friendly festival features live musical entertainment, the Rodz n Ribs Car Show, and much more, with proceeds allowing the Troy Edwardsville Shrine Club to continue supporting the Ainad Shriners and local communities.
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