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Missouri Man Arrested in East St. Louis Murder Case

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Illinois State Police arrested a Missouri man after a shooting left an East St. Louis man dead, the agency said.

St. Clair County Illinois DeskOct 15, 2026

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Illinois State Police hold East St. Louis gun-violence rally

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Illinois State Police hosted an event for young people and parents in East St. Louis focused on gun violence.

St. Clair County Illinois DeskSep 12, 2026