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Person struck by train in Kirkwood
KIRKWOOD, Mo. (First Alert 4) - A man sustained serious injuries Friday evening from being struck by a train. Kirkwood Police said officers were dispatched around 10 p.m. to a report of a person struck by a train near the intersection of Big Bend and Geyer Roads. The man was transported to a local hospital.
Former Navy Sailor from St. Louis Tragically Found Dead in Texas
The St. Louis community was shaken by the tragic news of a former Navy sailor found deceased in Texas. Identified as John Doe, his death has left many searching for answers. The heart of St. Louis aches for one of its own. Crackdowns on illegal maritime activities often take a heavy toll on those serving. Recently, two Navy SEALs were lost at sea while intercepting a vessel off Yemen.
“Best Of” Female Golfer of the Year
Our Female Golfer of the Year for the 2nd straight year is Coree Keagy of Ramsey. Coree put together another very strong season. She was the medalist at 5 different events during her Senior year and helping the Lady Rams to a team record of 13-4-1. Coree also advanced to the Sectional Tournament for the first time, to cap off a very strong season and an elite High School career.
Iowans flocking to states with no state income tax: IRS data
(The Center Square) – Migration data from the Internal Revenue Service shows that thousands of Iowans are leaving the state for Texas and Florida, which have no state income tax. Texas drew nearly 5,000 residents from Iowa but 3,475 Texans left for the Hawkeye state. The state lost a net $68.3 million in adjusted gross […]
Walmart told their receipt defense is not OK after shopper says he fell for ‘bait and switch’ tactic and was overcharged
AS Walmart is set to again face a lawsuit claiming the retailer misled shoppers about prices, a court has ruled that the company cannot use a defense involving printed receipts. The class action lawsuit, lead by plaintiff Yoram Kahn, has accused Walmart of overcharging shoppers with “bait and switch” tactics by having some prices listed […]
Teen shot Friday night in Alton
Alton Police are investigating a shooting that resulted from a large group of unsupervised juveniles shooting fireworks at one another. It happened Friday night in the area of Highland and Webster. Officers say as tensions rose, gunfire erupted, and a 14-year-old boy was struck. He was taken to Alton Memorial...
We now have more clarity on what roles Nootbaar and Edman will fill for Cardinals
It's kind of crazy to think that the St. Louis Cardinals are right in the thick of the playoff hunt as July presses on, and they've still yet to have their full outfield at their disposal for a single game this year. It has already been bad enough that Paul...
Beadle: Here's to 'having fun while winning' at the United Way of Central Illinois
As I prepare to transition out of my role as Board Chair for the United Way of Central Illinois, I can't help but feel a mix of emotions. Pride, gratitude, and excitement for the future all swirl together as I look back on the 2024-2025 year and forward to what lies ahead. Throughout my tenure, I've always believed in "having fun while winning," and I'm pleased to say that this past year has embodied that philosophy...
Wyatt Laue Is New Member Of American Angus Association
Wyatt Laue, Altamont, Illinois, is a new junior member of the American Angus Association®, reports Mark McCully, CEO of the national organization with headquarters in Saint Joseph, Missouri. Junior members of the Association are eligible to register cattle in the American Angus Association, participate in programs conducted by the...
Kankakee County, IL – Teens & Grief Workshop to Offer Support for Grieving Youth in Bourbonnais
The UpliftedCare Community Grief Center in Bourbonnais will host a Teens & Grief Workshop on Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 10:00-11:30 a.m. The free workshop, designed for teens ages 13-17, aims to help participants manage the strong emotions often associated with grief. According to UpliftedCare, grieving teens may hide emotions...
Should Michigan Adopt The Illinois Purge Law?
In July of 2022, lawmakers in Illinois decided to implement a new law that would reduce the number of residents who were spending time behind bars in the county jails. As the state of Illinois was facing issues with being understaffed in their jails and holding offenders for too long, they decided that something had to be done in the justice system. Illinois lawmakers would gather and deliberate on what many have dubbed the Purge law to help fix their county jail issues.
Should Michigan Adopt The Illinois Purge Law?
In July of 2022, lawmakers in Illinois decided to implement a new law that would reduce the number of residents who were spending time behind bars in the county jails. As the state of Illinois was facing issues with being understaffed in their jails and holding offenders for too long, they decided that something had to be done in the justice system. Illinois lawmakers would gather and deliberate on what many have dubbed the Purge law to help fix their county jail issues.
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