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Legislator shares concerns about Logan inmate transfers ahead of closure recommendation
(The Center Square) – An Illinois legislator says the Illinois Department of Corrections has begun to transfer inmates out of the Logan County Correctional facility, a move that aligns with the Pritzker administrations’ plans to close two Illinois prisons. Recently, a federal judge ordered that all Stateville inmates must be moved to other prisons by Sept. 30. Lawmakers called that “convenient,” considering the decision aligns with Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s plans...
Salmonella prompts cucumber recall in Illinois, 30 other states
(WTVO) – Cucumbers in Illinois and 30 other states are being recalled after hundreds of people have reported illnesses linked to salmonella, according to a report by The Center Square. 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 […]
Pigskin Preview 2024: Jacksonville Crimsons
Jacksonville is the next stop on the Pigskin Preview Tour. Coach Grounds as well as Offensive Lineman Ryan McCombs, Aiden Surratt and Avery Cook share their thoughts on last season, team leadership and the new Central State Eight Schedule.
Missouri Teens Consuming Dangerous Amounts of Energy Drinks
I've always wondered why some things aren't watched more closely by authorities and that includes energy drink consumption by minors. There are many reports that indicate many Missouri teens are consuming dangerous amounts of these popular drinks and most parents have no idea. I saw this interesting story shared by...
Dellwood celebrates Urban League Plaza a decade after unrest
Dellwood celebrates Urban League Plaza a decade after unrest. St. Louis American Ten years ago, Reggie Jones watched Juanita’s Fashions R Boutique at 9844 West Florissant Avenue burn to the ground during the unrest that followed the police killing of Michael Brown in neighboring Ferguson. Jones, who now is...
4 wounded in separate overnight shootings in St. Louis
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Four people were injured in shootings Friday evening and early Saturday in St. Louis. According to St. Louis Metropolitan Police, a 31-year-old victim arrived early Saturday at a local hospital with a gunshot wound. He told officers he was stopped around 2:20 a.m. Saturday at 20th and Locust when he heard gunfire and his vehicle’s driver’s side window shattered.
Man robbed, beaten with baseball bat in Near North Riverfront Neighborhood
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Police are investigating after a man was robbed at gunpoint and beaten with a baseball bat Friday afternoon in the Near North Riverfront Neighborhood. The 49-year-old victim told police he was walking on North Broadway near Florida Street when a man and woman...
Gordon Moore Park in Alton, Ill. reopens after months-long closure due to sinkhole
ALTON, Ill. (First Alert 4) - It’s the start of a new beginning Friday morning as the gates of Gordon Moore Park in Alton have reopened after a sinkhole shut down the park in June. “I’m just thankful to God it’s open now,” said Nita Depper, who frequents the...
Gateway Dragon Boats Festival hits Creve Coeur Lake
Creve Coeur, Mo. (First Alert 4) - A unique race returned to Creve Coeur Lake to raise money for a charitable cause. The Gateway Dragon Boats Festival, featuring teams of 20 paddlers in head-to-head runs, brought in more nearly two dozen teams in a friendly competition. Most of the teams...
Grassroots Campaign Fuels Father McGivney Track Construction
GLEN CARBON - It’s been a historic year for Father McGivney Catholic High School’s track team. Over the past year they have grown to over 35 members, became the first team to accomplish a state championship in school history, earned two individual state championship medals, earned two relay state champion teams, earned two fourth place finishes, and a fifth-place finish.
Firefighters rescue dog from 30-foot sinkhole between Webb City and Carterville
WEBB CITY, Mo. (KOAM) — About 12:30 p.m. Saturday reports of a dog in a sinkhole between Carterville, Mo. and Webb City alerted both fire departments. Also police officers from both towns were present.
Okaw Valley School Teacher arrested for inappropriate communication with minor
BETHANY, Ill. (WAND) — An investigation is underway at Okaw Valley School District. This comes after a teacher was arrested for criminal conduct involving a high school student. The school district shared a message on their Facebook page. District says, they were made aware of the teacher's inappropriate communications...
House fire investigation underway in Decatur
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) — Firefighters are investigating the cause of a house fire in Decatur. Crews were called to the home in the 1100 block of West Sunset Avenue just after 3:30 a.m. Saturday. When firefighters arrived, they found flames coming from the home. After a quick search, firefighters...
Big Inning Leads Grizzlies To Victory At Windy City
The Gateway Grizzlies bunched together all their runs in one inning, scoring five times in the top of the sixth, while their pitching staff did not permit a single Windy City ThunderBolts runner to cross home plate in a 5-0 win at Ozinga Field on Friday night. The first four...
Play Submissions Sought for Capital Repertory Theatre’s Fourteenth Annual NEXT ACT! NEW PLAY SUMMIT
The submission process for Capital Repertory Theatre’s Fourteenth Annual NEXT ACT! NEW PLAY SUMMIT is now open!. NEXT ACT!, now in its fourteenth year, is an expansion of Capital Repertory Theatre’s (theREP) commitment to the development of new work. The multi-day summit is also designed to complement the Upper Hudson Valley’s rich diverse populations. NEXT ACT! New Play Summit 14 will take place in April 2025 (exact dates coming soon) and will swirl around the theatre’s 2025 World Premiere Production of “Rosie Is Red And Everybody Is Blue” by John Spellos, the winning script from the 2023 Summit.
Sandoval home destroyed in early Saturday morning fire
A Sandoval home was destroyed by fire early Saturday morning. Upon arrival, Sandoval Fire Chief Chad Parson said the living portion of the home at 503 East Mississippi was fully involved and the fire was venting through the roof. They were able to stop the fire from spreading into a breezeway that connected the home to a three-car attached garage.
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