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COLLINSVILLE - The Collinsville Police Department has named Officer Trent Ross as its May Officer of the Month for his active role in combating criminal activity in the area. Officer Ross, along with his K9 partner Rocky, made 12 arrests within Collinsville and provided assistance to neighboring law enforcement agencies on eight occasions. The Collinsville Police Department recognized Ross’s efforts in maintaining safety not only within city limits but also in surrounding communities. “Thank you Trent for your efforts to keep the Metro East safe for all,” the Collinsville Police Department said in a statement.

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One of Elon Musk’s first “promises” upon taking over Twitter was that fighting child exploitation was “priority #1.” He falsely implied that the former management didn’t take the issue seriously (they did) and insisted that he would make sure it was a solved problem on the platform he now owned. Of course, while he was […]

Alberici Corp. said it wants to expand what it can offer to customers as well as increase its capabilities beyond construction.

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Black Sabbath was honored in their hometown of Birmingham, England, Saturday with the Freedom of the City award.All four original members of the pioneering metal band — Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler…

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GLEN CARBON - The Lady Griffins varsity and junior varsity volleyball teams from Father McGivney Catholic High School concluded the Alton Summer League with a playoff tournament, showcasing strong performances in their respective divisions. The tournament took place recently in Alton, where the varsity team entered the playoffs as the third seed. The Lady Griffins varsity squad remained undefeated throughout the tournament, winning all four matches and every set, finishing with an 8-0 record and securing first place. The Father McGivney girls volleyball squads are Byron, Carlson, Petri & Kalb Female Athletes of the Month for the Griffins. Meanwhile, the junior varsity team earned the highest seed among JV teams, entering the playoffs as the sixth seed. The JV squad ended the tournament in fifth place, dropping two matches to varsity teams, including one loss to their own varsity Lady Griffins. The school congratulated both teams on their successful performances and noted the tournament

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ALTON/WOOD RIVER – A man from Wood River faces five felony counts of child pornography after Alton authorities executed search warrants on his home, cell phone, and Kik account. Dane A. Grant, 31, of Wood River, was charged on June 26, 2025 with five Class X felony counts of child pornography. Grant allegedly shared multiple videos depicting child pornography via the Kik application on Jan. 26, 2025. The Alton Police Department investigation began on April 1, 2025 after the agency was “notified of three cybertips from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children involving the dissemination of child pornography via the Kik application,” according to the state’s petition to deny Grant’s pretrial release from custody. “Detectives viewed the files associated with these cybertips and determined them to involve child pornography,” the petition states. “The Internet Protocol addresses associated with some of the disseminations returne

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Fireworks and other loud noises can be harmful to your pets at home, but there are ways to make sure they're safe during this time.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MO. — A fatal crash involving two vehicles on Interstate 44 westbound near Mraz Lane claimed the life of a 27-year-old woman late Saturday night, June 28, 2025. The accident occurred at 11:53 p.m. June 28, 2025, when a 2021 Ford Explorer, driven by a 21-year-old man from Ontario, Canada, collided with the rear of a 2011 Toyota Camry. The Camry, driven by the woman from Caseyville, was stopped and blocking a lane after an earlier, unclear incident. The female driver of the Camry was pronounced dead at the scene by the Fenton Fire Protection District. Authorities reported the driver of the Ford Explorer was using a safety device at the time of the collision, while the Camry’s driver was not. Investigators continue to examine the circumstances surrounding both crashes. No further details have been released.

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All aboard! The Riverboats at the Gateway Arch provide an unparalleled experience on the Mississippi River. The one-hour St. Louis Riverfront Cruise is narrated by a captain from the National […]

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MADISON COUNTY — Five people were injured early Monday morning, June 30, 2025, in a house explosion on the 3300 block of Fairmont Avenue in unincorporated Madison County, authorities said. The State Park Fire Department responded shortly after 1:15 a.m. Monday, to the scene in unincorporated Madison County. The blast had already leveled the home by the time the fire department arrived. Five individuals, ranging from teenagers to adults, were transported to a nearby hospital with severe but non-life-threatening injuries, including burns. First responders confirmed an explosion upon arrival. The blast also ignited fires in two vehicles parked in the driveway. The home next to the damaged home was not seriously harmed. The cause of the explosion remains under investigation, and it is unclear where the explosion originated within the home.

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St. Louis County residents who are qualified for the Senior Tax Freeze Program have until Monday to apply online, with all in-person appointments filled and only one member per household needing to apply.

One person died, and another person was injured Monday morning following a rollover crash on Interstate 70 in north St. Louis.

The current contract is scheduled to expire July 27.

The historic property, about five blocks north of Busch Stadium on Ninth Street, is being privately listed through commercial real estate firm CBRE.

St. Louis police said one person died and another was injured in a rollover crash on the interstate.