Metro East news Archives - The Narrative Matters

Boeing MQ-25A Stingray drone during a successful test flight at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport in Mascoutah.

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Metro East St. Louis News: Brooklyn Homicide Arrest, Boeing’s Drone Breakthrough and Swansea’s Housing Reform

by Metalle TagnerMay 22, 2026May 22, 2026

This week’s top stories in Metro East include a Brooklyn homicide arrest, Boeing’s drone testing success, and Swansea’s housing reform decision.

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Metro East St. Louis News: Apple Watch Cracks Collinsville Case, DOJ Targets Schools, and East St. Louis Gets a Gateway Boost

by Pagee' SpeedeMay 8, 2026May 8, 2026

Police lights flashing outside a Southern Illinois pharmacy at night, representing the recent burglary ring arrests.

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Metro East St. Louis News: Granite City Data Center Clash, Pharmacy Burglary Ring Busted, and Nature Preserve Triumphs

by David BeckfordMay 8, 2026May 8, 2026

Rising gas prices in the U.S. due to the Iran-U.S. war

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Metro East St. Louis News: How Gas Prices, Crime Stings, and Community Pacts Impact You

by Ondrea P. SeoulApril 24, 2026April 24, 2026

MetroLink safety investigation, economic development in Shiloh, and Route 157 roadwork delays.

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Metro East St. Louis News: Public Transit Safety, Economic Grants, and Roadwork Delays

by Metalle TagnerFebruary 26, 2026February 26, 2026

Gateway Arch expansion plans for East St. Louis, framed by autumn leaves and a bright blue sky.

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Metro East St. Louis News: Gateway Arch Expansion, Fatal Crash, and Local Programs

by Samuel E. OrtizDecember 18, 2025December 20, 2025

Metro East St. Louis news highlights: Carlyle police investigation, winter weather advisory, and St. Clair County budget compromise.

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Metro East St. Louis News: Crime, Weather, and Community Updates

by David BeckfordNovember 28, 2025November 28, 2025