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Explore St. Louis's Thriving, Immigrant-Driven Food Scene at the 'Festival of Nations'
For almost a century, St. Louis has celebrated the end of summer with the Festival of Nations, a two-night party featuring the sights, sounds, and flavors from various countries and cultures around the world. Hosted by the International Institute of St. Louis, the festival raises funds for wraparound services IISL provides to newly arrived individuals and families (they’re the largest service provider and recruiter of immigrants to the area).
Police Incident Caught on Video Sparks Debate Over Assault Charges (Video)
A police incident in St. Louis, Missouri, involving a 52-year-old woman named Yolanda Green, has sparked controversy and debate over the actions of the police officers involved and the subsequent charges brought against Green. The incident, captured on both cellphone and police body camera footage, has raised questions about the accuracy of police reports and the appropriateness of the charges filed.
Riverbend Native, Country Artist Matt Jordan Discusses Scotty McCreery Opening Act, Upcoming Shows
ALTON - After a successful opening act at Scotty McCreery’s Alton Amphitheater concert on Aug. 9, 2024, the Riverbend region’s own Matt Jordan shared his thoughts on the show with more performances - and new music - coming up next. “It’s awesome,” Jordan said of opening for McCreery....
SIUE East St. Louis Charter High School Give their Students Red-Carpet Treatment
EAST ST. LOUIS – Some walked down the long red carpet with much excitement and flair. Others cruised along quickly, hoping to pass by without much attention. But that didn’t happen, because the order of the day was for the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville East St. Louis Charter High School (CHS) to give their students a rousing welcome on the first day of classes, Monday, Aug. 12.
Illinois quick hits: Cucumber recall issued; sinkhole impacted Alton park to reopen
Cucumber recall issued Cucumbers in Illinois and 30 other states are being recalled after hundreds of people have reported illnesses linked to salmonella. The CDC identified that 449 people were ill after eating salmonella-laden cucumbers and 125 people were hospitalized. No one has died from illnesses linked to the cucumbers. One of the sources was...
Win 4 Tickets to Taylor Swift Tribute Concert!
GODFREY – Calling all Swifties! You’re invited to enter for a chance to win four tickets to “Taylor Made: A Tribute to Taylor Swift.”. Scheduled for Sept. 13, 2024, at Lewis and Clark Community College’s Hatheway Hall, the tribute concert will feature songs from across Swift’s 11 albums. Taylor Made, a six-piece tribute band from Edwardsville, Highland and Alton, will provide a high-energy performance of Swift’s greatest hits. All proceeds from the concert will benefit the Alton Youth Symphony and Alton Symphony Orchestras.
SLMPD: Woman dead after possible ties to White Castle shooting
An armed woman wanted for a shooting Friday morning at a White Castle in Bellefontaine Neighbors died after she turned a gun on herself following a police stop in St. Louis, according to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department.
Mayor speaks on oversight board member accused of property damage at Ferguson Police Department
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Early Saturday morning marks a week since protesters rocked the gate outside of the Ferguson Police Department. An officer was critically injured as officers went to make arrests for the property damage. The protest outside the department came on the 10-year mark of...
Missing woman found in House Springs
A 28-year-old woman from Swansea, Il. was found by law enforcement officers early this morning, Aug. 16, in House Springs after she was reported missing at Rockford Park Thursday night, Aug. 15. The woman was found at approximately 5 a.m. near the McDonald’s in House Springs, at the intersection of...
Finalists and Winner of the 2024 Governor’s Hometown Awards Announced
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) and the Serve Illinois Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service (Serve Illinois) announced the 2024 Governor’s Hometown Award finalists and Governor’s Cup winner Wednesday at a ceremony in Springfield. . “Nowhere will you find a more compassionate and...
Hundreds of Big Lots stores set to close, including several in Illinois and Indiana
Discount retailer Big Lots is set to close over 300 stores nationwide as the company grapples with continued financial issues that have clouded the once-thriving chain's future. A filing with the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission from late last month noted that the retailer could close up to 315 stores...
New Leaf Illinois’ Mission to Expunge Cannabis Records, Helping Thousands
Active in community events like the Bud Billiken Parade, New Leaf Illinois aims to provide a fresh start for those affected by past convictions (Photo Credit: Ethan Davis). On July 10, during National Hemp Month, Gov. JB Pritzker’s office announced that the Illinois cannabis industry had achieved $1 billion in retail sales.
This Peoria Notre Dame star will stay in state to play NCAA Division-I basketball
Southern Illinois-Edwardsville checked all the right boxes for Kaitlin Cassidy. The Peoria Notre Dame senior this week verbally committed to play Division-I basketball at the Ohio Valley Conference school. Cassidy, a 5-foot-11 forward, also held an offer from Division-II Maryville and made an unofficial trip to DePaul. ...
Major changes coming to the real estate industry starting this weekend
ST. LOUIS — Realtors across the US are preparing for a massive change on Aug. 17 to the way it's done business for a century. The changes are part of a $418 million dollar settlement earlier this year made by the National Association of Realtors and federal regulators to eliminate informal rules that have existed within the traditional payment structure. The changes essentially get rid of the five or six percent commission that's usually split between the buyer's and seller's agents.
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