Metro East Area News Briefs

Metro East Area News Briefs

Railroads greenlight Merchants Bridge replacement The Terminal Railroad Association of St. Louis (TRRA) has announced a $172 million construction contract for the rebuilding of its…

  • Metro East Area News Briefs

    Metro East Area News Briefs

    Lifestyle, behavioral problems top health concerns It’s unanimous: obesity, mental health and substance abuse are the top health concerns across a wide swath of Metro East, according…

  • Metro East News Briefs

    Metro East News Briefs

    McCann promises viable third-party bid for governor Illinois State Sen. William “Sam” McCann of Plainview has filed petitions to run as a third-party candidate for governor on the…

  • Metro East Area News Briefs

    Metro East Area News Briefs

    Madison will call for public vote on ‘gun sanctuary’ Madison County voters will be asked if their county should be declared a “gun sanctuary,” during the Nov. 6 general election…