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Collinsville man sentenced for fatal shooting
Madison County State’s Attorney Tom Haine announced Friday that a 20-year-old Collinsville man has been sentenced to 40 years in prison in connection with a fatal shooting in the State Park Place area outside Collinsville. Albert Campos of Collinsville received the sentence after pleading guilty Friday to first-degree murder...
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...
100 local 4-H members show general projects at Illinois State Fair in Springfield
More than 100 4-H members from Adams, Brown, Hancock, Schuyler and Pike counties competed Aug. 11 at the Illinois State Fair in Springfield with their 4-H general projects in areas ranging from welding to photography and more. Six local 4-H members — Marissa Mintle, Everett Hodgson and Claire Taute of...
Car overturns near Tower Grove Park
ST. LOUIS – A car overturned in south St. Louis early Saturday morning. The vehicle flipped onto its roof at the corner of Gustine Avenue and Arsenal Street, at the southern edge of Tower Grove Park. Bystanders were helping out as officers were on their way to the scene. No word yet on any injuries.
POLICE: Arrest made after man shot, killed in Washington Park
WASHINGTON PARK, ILL. (First Alert 4) - Illinois State Police have made an arrest in connection to a deadly shooting in Washington Park. Vincent E. Brown,61, of Belleville, Illinois, was arrested on Thursday and charged with first-degree murder in connection to the shooting death of Leon Richardson, 66, of Washington Park.
2 Popular Illinois Christmas Events Have Been Canceled For 2024
Some families in Illinois will be disappointed this Christmas because a pair of their annual traditions have been canceled for 2024. The majority of people who live in Illinois usually have holiday traditions with family and friends. It's something they do every year and of course, they look forward to it too. I would consider it an important part of their Christmas.
Illinois Now Has Blueprint for K-12 Schools to Teach Dangers of Overdose
Illinois public schools wishing to teach their students about the dangers of overdoses and substance use disorder now have a blueprint to do so from the state. The Illinois State Board of Education published the resource guides in accordance with a law passed in 2023. While a school’s use of any of the state’s resource guides is […]
It’s A Historic Time For Illinois High School Girls Sports
It's a very exciting time for high school sports in Illinois with a new opportunity starting this fall for the female athletes. High School Girls Flag Football Kicks Off Officially This Fall In Illinois. It's been an amazing year for women's sports. A year ago, a world record-breaking crowd of...
Illinois Weekend Forecast: Showers, Breezy Winds, and Hazardous Beach Conditions
Chicago, IL — A mix of weather conditions is expected across Illinois through the weekend and into early next week, marked by scattered showers, cooler temperatures, and dangerous swimming conditions along Lake Michigan. On Saturday, scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are likely, particularly in the afternoon, with temperatures reaching...
Illinois finished Top 5 among states in medal count after 2024 Paris Games
With the 2024 Paris Games officially in the books, medal counts have been certified, and Illinois finished as one of the most decorated states in the country when it came to total medal count. According to data compiled by The Sports Geek from official Olympic Games records, Illinois finished the Paris Games tied for fourth […]
Illinois vs Hawaii in 2024 Little League World Series: Recap and highlights
Hinsdale Little League opened its run in the 2024 Little League World Series on Friday with a 5-0 loss to Wailuku, Hawaii, and its left-handed ace pitcher. Hawaii's Evan Tavares struck out nine batters in 5.1 innings to lead the West region champion. They advance to a 2 p.m. game Monday against the...
Daniels | Rounding up high school football recruiting in the area
Aug. 17—ST. JOSEPH — Shawn Skinner sums up Cameron Wagner in one brief, albeit descriptive way. "He's a large human," the ninth-year St. Joseph-Ogden football coach said matter-of-factly. Yes, he is. And Wagner is only entering his second season of high school football. Yet the 6-foot-6, 300-pound offensive lineman is already generating buzz. The grandson of legendary Tuscola football coach ...
What to do in the Lou: Weekend events Aug. 17-18
ST. LOUIS — From arts and crafts to seeing a Prince tribute show, there are several events happening in the St. Louis area this weekend, Aug. 17-18. Festival of the Little Hills. The Festival of Little Hills is this weekend in St. Charles. The free arts and craft show...
10 years later, Michael Brown’s mom asks a global panel to look into her son's death
Brown’s mother Lezley McSpadden filed a claim against the U.S. with the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights in 2023, alleging that the government deprived her son’s right to life. A hearing on the matter was held last month
Happy Hollow Family Farms Preparing for 10th Season
In just over a month, Happy Hollow Family Farms located south of St. Elmo will be opening up for what will be their 10th season. The farm, ran by the Ryan and Lindsay Lash family, will open up and September 21 and Lindsay Lash says they will have a full slate of activities just like in years’ past.
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