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Librarian to critics of drag queen story telling event - everyone belongs at the library
Library officials in Caseyville are defending the staging of a drag queen story telling event – and insisting the show will go on.
Emotional support dog 'Anna' joins the ranks of Wendler & Zinzilieta
The COVID-19 pandemic helped an Edwardsville law firm discover the potential of a beloved pet as they unexpectedly fell in to the practice of providing emotional support for clients.
Soccer fans call for ouster of Kroenke, following days of rage over 'Super League' plan
Supporters of a London soccer club are planning a protest calling for the ouster of its owner, Missouri businessman Stan Kroenke.
Madison County officials, politicians unanimously condemn 'disastrous' police reform bill 'disguised' under new name; Stuart: New bill bears no resemblance to original bill
Edwardsville Rep. Katie Stuart says the bill she filed bore no resemblance to the one passed by the Illinois Senate after Chicago Sen. Elgie Sims Jr. amended to include controversial police "reform" provisions.
Democrat Metro-East reps remain silent on Madigan future; 19 others across state vow not to re-elect Speaker
Local Democrat state representatives continue to remain quiet over their positions on the future of House Speaker Michael Madigan despite 19 fellow Democratic state legislators vowing not to vote for his re-election to the post.
Elik challenges Bristow to return money from Democrats who backed abortion access bill
State Rep. Monica Bristow should return money from those representatives who voted for a bill expanding access to abortion, according to her opponent in November's election.
Former detainee claims he was sexually assaulted at Madison County jail
A former detainee at the Madison County jail has filed a lawsuit claiming he was sexually assaulted by a member of staff.
Treasurer Slusser brands defamation lawsuit 'frivolous,' plaintiff 'disgraced'
EDWARDSVILLE - Madison County Treasurer Chris Slusser is being accused of defamation in a lawsuit filed Monday by former county administrator Duog Hulme.
Republican candidates call on Metro-East reps to break silence on Madigan, as growing number of Democrats call for resignation
Metro-East House Republican candidates are calling out Democrat incumbents for their "silence" on troubles facing Illinois House Speaker and chairman of the state Democratic party Michael J. Madigan.
Gori's estate faces lawsuit over fall at home
EDWARDSVILLE - The estate of a murdered lawyer faces a lawsuit over claims of negligence following a fall at his house.
Fifth District affirms 60-year sentence for man convicted of murdering two-year-old
MT. VERNON - A man convicted of beating to death a two-year-old child has lost his appeal against the 60-year sentence and conviction.
Truck driver accuses insurance company of reneging on policy promises
EDWARDSVILLE - An insurance company is accused of failing to abide by the provisions of an occupational accident policy taken out by a trucker.
Man sues over slip, fall at Hamel gas station
EDWARDSVILLE - A man is suing a Hamel truck stop after he allegedly slipped and fell while pumping gas.
Railway worker sues over separate workplace injuries
EDWARDSVILLE - A railway worker claims he suffered two separate workplace injuries when a faulty handbrake slipped and when he allegedly fell on ice.
Woman alleges injuries from rough ambulance ride, sues the city
EDWARDSVILLE - A woman is suing Collinsville, claiming she was injured during an ambulance ride.
Former dealership employee claims harassment, age discrimination
EDWARDSVILLE - A former Ford dealership employee claims he was harassed and then discriminated due to his age.
Customer accuses mall of negligence over slip and fall
BELLEVILLE - A customer claims she slipped and fell at a shopping mall, and is accusing its owners of negligence.Suzanne L.
Wide disparity in storm damage estimates prompts lawsuit against State Farm Fire and Casualty
EDWARDSVILLE - A wide gap between the estimates of the cost of storm damage to a house has prompted a lawsuit against an insurance company.Home owner Kristen Monroe claims the cost of the damage to her Collinsville property was more than $125,000.
Defamation suit alleges employees at scrap metal company wrongfully accused of theft
EDWARDSVILLE - Four former employees of a scrap metal company are suing over claims they were defamed after being accused of a "theft ring."
Patient sues chiropractic center over trip, fall
BELLEVILLE - A patient is suing a Belleville chiropractic clinic after she allegedly tripped and fell while walking near the front door.