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Alton City Council Meeting: Data Center Concerns, City Business and Public Comment

At the November 12, 2026, Alton City Council meeting, residents spoke at length about the proposed Terawatt data center, raising concerns about noise, energy and water use, environmental effects, public transparency and the project’s potential impact on the community. Other speakers urged the city to consider alternative uses for the former steel mill site, asked about conditions at 845 Danforth Street, and called for progress in negotiations with Teamsters Local 525. Council discussion included a proposal to introduce a temporary data-center moratorium; it was referred to the Committee of the Whole, not adopted at this meeting.

Alton, IL · 1d

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Competing plans emerge to move St. Louis County employees from Clayton building

St. Louis County Executive Sam Page and the St. Louis County Council can’t even agree on how to move out of the county’s aging headquarters. The debate comes after years of disagreements between Page and the council over matters including COVID-era mask mandates, Page’s continuing work as an anesthesiologist and funding for medical care at the St. Louis County jail.

Clayton, MO · 1d

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Billikens erupt for 125 points in victory over Northern Kentucky

Saint Louis University put on an offensive show Tuesday night, rolling past Northern Kentucky 125-63 while establishing several Chaifetz Arena records. The Billikens improved to 3-0 on the season with the 62-point victory, which was never in doubt after they raced to a 21-0 lead in the opening minutes. SLU’s...

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Dr. John A. Wright, educator and historian, dies at 87

Dr. John A. Wright spent a lifetime making sure Black St. Louis history would not be forgotten. He died Monday, Nov. 9, of pancreatic cancer, just two weeks after receiving the diagnosis, according to his family. He was 87. His books chronicled communities that no longer exist in the same...

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Step into a Storybook Christmas on This 200-Year-Old Missouri Main Street

With apologies to Nat King Cole, Jack Frost might not actually be nipping at your nose in St. Charles, Missouri—but you can run into him dashing down Main Street amidst revelers at the Saint Charles Christmas Traditions festival, celebrating its 52nd season in 2026. Just 30 minutes northwest of...

St Charles, MO · 2d

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Pirates’ season ends in district semifinal

CAPE GIRARDEAU — Perryville’s soccer season came to an end Wednesday night with a 2-1 loss to Bayless. The match was an intense and physical one, with Bronchos players receiving red and yellow cards in the second half. Bayless opened the scoring early with a goal on a...

Perryville, MO · 1d

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WonderLight’s Christmas in St. Louis Returns

MADISON, Ill. – A Christmas tradition and fan-favorite is returning soon to the Gateway City this holiday season. WonderLight Productions announced the return of WonderLight’s Christmas in St. Louis. From Nov. 13 to Jan. 3, 2027, visitors will once again be immersed in a dazzling holiday display right on the World Wide Technology Raceway. The […]

St. Louis, MO · 18h

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Trial Lawyers Sued Using RICO Law

CHICAGO, IL — A federal judge in Chicago ruled November 6 that JM Eagle can proceed with three civil racketeering claims against Simmons Hanly Conroy, an asbestos law firm headquartered in Alton, Illinois. The claims will also proceed against Sokolove Law and several named attorneys and staff. The case...

Alton, IL · 2d

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A University City, Mo., Tow Truck Took 150+ Cars From Driveways and Backyards in 3 Years, No Warrants, a Lawsuit Says

In Missouri, renewing your plates means gathering paperwork first. The state wants a paid personal property tax receipt and, for many vehicles, a safety or emissions inspection certificate no more than 60 days old, according to its plate renewal requirements. St. Louis County cars also have to pass the Gateway emissions program. If any one of those steps fails, the tags lapse, and plenty of owners leave the car in the driveway while they save for the fix.

University City, MO · 21h

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Route 66 Turns 100, and St. Louis Is Suddenly Packed With World Travelers

St. Louis is having a moment as Route 66 marks its 100th birthday this week, with the Gateway Arch, a 97-year-old frozen custard stand, and a sprawling transportation museum all reporting a noticeable uptick in visitors from around the globe. The Mother Road, which stretched from Chicago to Santa Monica and once cut straight through downtown St. Louis, is pulling international travelers to the city's most iconic stops even without a single confirmed visitor count yet on the books.

St. Louis, MO · 19h

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Saving the Spiral: the old Famous Barr parking garage

Though the garage, completed in 1962, is slated for demolition, one iconic portion of it may be worth saving, according to designers at the world-renowned, St. Louis-based, design and architectural firm HOK.

St. Louis, MO · 2d

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Women's Basketball Recap - November 11

ST. LOUIS - Three Eastern Illinois players scored in double figures led by Ava Stoller's 18 points, but Saint Louis held the Panthers to 26 percent shooting in the final quarter to escape with a 64-58 win over EIU. For the second straight game, EIU held a slight lead after...

Charleston, IL · 1d

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St. Louis Couple Turn Lucas Avenue Building Into Soil & Oil Art Space

Doug and Kirsten Weaver spent the summer sanding floors in 100-degree heat inside a building on Lucas Avenue, turning the second-floor space above a beauty supply store into something downtown St. Louis didn't quite have yet: an art gallery built around the idea that creative space shouldn't cost artists money they don't have. They're calling it Soil & Oil.

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Sauget’s historic Statue of Liberty replica stands tall once again

After major repairs, a century-old Statue of Liberty replica is standing tall once again in Sauget, Illinois.

Sauget, IL · 1d

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Find Support for Families Facing Dementia with Parc Provence

Parc Provence provides exceptional, personalized memory care in a warm, nurturing environment where individuals living with Alzheimer’s and dementia enjoy meaningful connections, engaging activities and compassionate support. Call 314-789-3738 to schedule a tour.

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Casa Don Alfonso in Clayton unveils a new winter menu and holiday treats!

Casa Don Alfonso in Clayton serves up a new winter menu and holiday treats, bringing a taste of southern Italy to your table for a festive holiday season. Located inside The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis, the restaurant also offers festive pastries and other treats from Casa Boutique. Holiday preorders are open this month.

Clayton, MO · 23h

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Overnight Warming Locations Provide Shelter for Cold Nights, Seek Volunteers as Temperatures Drop

ALTON/EDWARDSVILLE/GRANITE CITY/WOOD RIVER - The Overnight Warming Locations have announced a new site for the 2026–2027 season, and they’re looking for volunteers to serve community members experiencing homelessness and heat insufficiency. Sign in to hide this notification. Get The Latest News!. Don't miss our top stories and need-to-know...

Alton, IL · 1d

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Racers Take 8th, Redbirds 18th in Mid-Major Poll

ST. LOUIS, Mo. — CollegeInsider.com released its latest Women’s Mid-Major Top 25 list Tuesday, Nov. 10. Murray State dropped to No. 8, while Illinois State moved to No. 18. The Racers are 1-2 on the season, opening with a win over Southern Indiana before falling to Rice and...

St. Louis, MO · 2d

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Alton Dental Student Sierra Ford Plans Belize Care Mission

ALTON — Sierra Ford’s experiences in the dental chair helped shape her career goals. Now, the third-year student at Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine is preparing to travel to Belize in March 2027 to provide dental care to an underserved community. Ford, of Alton, has organized...

Alton, IL · 1d

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