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Woman facing felony charge for 2023 truck theft, police chase
After declining to be screened for the Franklin County Court Alternative Program, a St. Clair woman will be arraigned in August on a felony vehicle theft charge stemming from an incident last year. On Oct. 30, 2023, deputies with the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office were on their way to a...
New Haven police service contract extended by county
The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office will continue to provide law enforcement services in New Haven for at least another six months. “This extends the contract,” Presiding Commissioner Tim Brinker said Tuesday after county commissioners approved an agreement providing a dedicated patrol deputy to New Haven from Aug. 1 through Jan. 31, 2025.
Fox, Seckman High stadiums damaged by heavy rains
The Fox C-6 School District has closed the athletic stadiums at Fox and Seckman high schools due to damage from last week’s heavy rains. Superintendent Paul Fregeau said Monday that the damage to the stadiums is significant and the cost to repair the damage at both stadiums is expected to cost more than $1 million combined.
Alliant Energy workers return from providing aid in Illinois
Workers from Alliant Energy are able to return the favor so to speak. Alliant Spokesperson Tony Palese says 71 employees, including some from Janesville, just returned from helping to restore power in northern Illinois where 25 confirmed tornados left 430,000 ComEd customers in the dark. Palese says Alliant was able...
Art for Alzheimer’s exhibition looks to raise money for Alzheimer’s Association
CHESTERFIELD, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Senior living residents are working to create art for a good cause. At Sunrise Senior Living in Chesterfield, residents are making art to also help work their minds. Activities coordinator Kate Bellon with Sunrise said it’s through the Meet Me at MoMA program, which is a partnership with the Museum of Modern Art to bring artwork to the memory care unit residents.
Illinois quick hits: McClain wants to sever from case; Cameo settles; site prep grants announced
McClain wants to sever from case with Madigan A defendant in the upcoming federal prosecution of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan wants his own trial separate from Madigan. Defendant Michael McClain, a former state lawmaker and ComEd lobbyist known for his close association with Madigan, has filed a request to sever his trial from Madigan's because Madigan's defense team plans to blame McClain for any wrongdoing. ...
4 inmates stabbed at St. Louis Justice Center
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Four inmates were stabbed by another inmate Wednesday afternoon at the St. Louis Justice Center, which serves as the city’s jail, sources have told First Alert 4. The stabbings happened around 1:20 p.m. and EMS units were sent to the scene of...
Fulton Reception and Diagnostic Center inmate housing still without air conditioning
The Fulton Reception and Diagnostic Center's inmate housing is still without air conditioning despite the Missouri General Assembly approving the funding for the installation more than a year ago. The post Fulton Reception and Diagnostic Center inmate housing still without air conditioning appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Cardinals deny Trump celebration accusations
The St. Louis Cardinals cleared things up regarding a celebration their players have done. Teams have gotten into the habit of celebrating hits/extra-base hits with signals to their teammates in the dugout. The Cardinals are no exception. After Alec Burleson hit a home run in the Cardinals’ 6-2 win over the Atlanta Braves on Sunday,... The post Cardinals deny Trump celebration accusations appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
A Cardinals-White Sox trade to cement St. Louis as NL contender
The St. Louis Cardinals are having quite the comeback year despite their obvious weaknesses. While they appear closer to postseason material, they currently don’t look like they have a shot against the titans of the NL like the Dodgers or Phillies. One such weakness is the lack of a reliable starter behind Sonny Gray.
Chiefs next contract drama already bubbling beneath the surface
The 2024 offseason will be remembered for its market-defining contracts. After some help from new broadcasting deals and Taylor Swift, the 2024 salary cap saw an unprecedented $30 million increase. It didn't take long for teams to spend their newfound wealth. The Minnesota Vikings made wide receiver Justin Jefferson the...
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