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Ex-IL House Speaker Madigan Resigns
Illinois state Rep. Michael Madigan has announced that he is resigning his seat in the Legislature.
First MO Case of COVID Variant Reported in Marion County
State health officials said Saturday that the first case in the state of a highly contagious variant of the coronavirus has been recorded in northeast Missouri.
Cardinals Trade Dexter Fowler to L.A. Angels
The Los Angeles Angels have acquired veteran outfielder Dexter Fowler from the St. Louis Cardinals for cash or a player to be named later.
‘Mark Twain Tonight’ Creator Hal Holbrook Dead at 95
The award-winning character actor who toured the world as Mark Twain in a one-man show and uttered the immortal advice “Follow the money” in the political thriller “All the President’s Men,” has died. His representative Steve Rohr says Hal Holbrook died Jan. 23. He…
Cardinals Finalize Deal to Acquire Arenado from Rockies
The St. Louis Cardinals have completed their blockbuster trade to acquire All-Star third baseman Nolan Arenado from the Colorado Rockies.
Hannibal Native Nominated for Grammy
A native of Hannibal is getting a musical honor of a lifetime.
Vanderbilt at Mizzou Saturday Postponed Due to COVID
Vanderbilt's football game at Missouri on Saturday has been postponed because COVID-19 issues have left the Commodores without enough players.
Missouri-LSU Game Moved to Columbia Saturday Morning
Saturday’s game between Missouri and No. 17 LSU has been moved to Missouri’s home stadium and will be played in the morning because of Hurricane Delta.
Gov. Parson, First Lady Test Positive for COVID-19
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson, a Republican who has steadfastly refused to require residents to wear masks, tested positive for the coronavirus.
WIU Student Accused of Shooting Roommate Turns Himself In
Western Illinois University says a student suspected of shooting his roommate in their dorm room has turned himself into police.