News from March 2017
St. Clair County voters will decide on two proposed 1 percent sales taxes for schools, public safety
While two proposed 1 percent sales taxes in St. Clair County could drive shoppers away from an area considered a local hotspot for retail, St. Clair County State’s Attorney Brendan Kelly says the county has to invest in its community in order to grow.
Analysis: Edwardsville schools’ spending growing five times faster than enrollment
Local property tax spending by Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7 grew 35 percent between 2015 and 2005, while district enrollment grew just seven percent.
Woman alleges wrongful termination for seeking work comp beenfits
EAST. ST. LOUIS — An employee is suing an automobile manufacturer for allegedly terminating her after she sought workers' compensation benefits.
Madison County real estate March 7-14
An Edwardsville home sold for $1.1 million as part of the recent Madison County real estate transactions.
Man sues City of Grayville after he was allegedly shot by police sergeant
EAST ST. LOUIS — A man is suing the City of Grayville, the city's police chief and a sergeant for allegedly using excessive force and intimidation during arrest.
Therapist sues over alleged racial discrimination
EAST ST. LOUIS — A readjustment therapist is suing his supervisor and the acting secretary of Veterans Affairs after he was allegedly subjected to racial discrimination.
Arizona Joe's sued for alleged copyright infringement
EAST ST. LOUIS — Several companies are suing Arizona Joe's for allegedly allowing copyrighted material to be performed without authorization.
Twin brothers sue employer for alleged racial discrimination
EAST ST. LOUIS — Twin brothers are suing Travel Centers of America for allegedly subjecting them to racial discrimination.
Technician files class action suit against auto repair shop alleging unpaid wages
EAST ST. LOUIS — A technician has filed a class-action lawsuit against an automotive repair shop for allegedly failing to compensate them for overtime work.
Madison County civil docket April 3-7
There are 30 cases with scheduled hearings on the Madison County civil docket for April 3-7.
Madison County asbestos jury docket April 3-7
The Madison County asbestos jury docket is scheduled for April 3 and 7 at 9 a.m. in Associate Judge Stephen Stobbs' courtroom, room 327, at the Madison County Circuit Court in Edwardsville.
Madison County asbestos motion docket April 3-7
The Madison County asbestos motion docket is scheduled for April 3-7 at 9 a.m. in Associate Judge Stephen Stobbs' courtroom, room 327, at the Madison County Circuit Court in Edwardsville.
St. Clair County real estate March 14-20
A Caseyville home sold for more than $688,000 as part of the recent St. Clair County real estate transactions.
St. Clair County foreclosures March 14-22
There were seven foreclosures in St. Clair County from March 14-22.
Madison County foreclosures March 20-24
There were 16 foreclosures in Madison County from March 20-24.
Patient alleges chiropractor failed to diagnose spinal tumor
EDWARDSVILLE — A patient is suing a doctor and medical group for allegedly failing to diagnose a spinal tumor.
Woman sues East Alton school over trip, fall
EDWARDSVILLE — A woman is suing the Washington Early Childhood Center alleging she broke her hip when she tripped on a rug holder.
Towne Lounge sued for alleged copyright infringement
EAST ST. LOUIS — Several copyright owners are suing Towne Lounge for allegedly allowing their musical compositions to be performed without authorization.
Driver sues another motorist for allegedly causing collision
BELLEVILLE — A driver is suing another motorist for allegedly causing a collision while attempting to turn.
O'Fallon woman claims Denny's handicap parking space not suitable
BELLEVILLE — An O'Fallon woman claims several defendants violated the Americans with Disabilities Act after she allegedly fell while walking in the Denny's parking lot.