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From Plows to Paramedics: How Lincoln County Is Preparing for Incoming Snow
Lincoln County crews are preparing as snow moves in today, with roads, EMS, and EMA staging resources ahead of worsening conditions.

John Eads
1 day ago3 min read


Homeowner Watching Live Cameras Helps Lead to Two Arrests in Winfield Burglary
Two people were arrested in a Winfield burglary after a homeowner’s live surveillance alerted authorities, court records show.

John Eads
3 days ago2 min read


Winfield Incident Involving AK-Style Rifle Prompts Multi-Agency Response
An AK-style rifle, a St. Louis woman, and a Winfield investigation—here’s what authorities have confirmed so far.

John Eads
4 days ago3 min read


Troy Middle School Lockdown Lifted After Investigation Finds No Current Threat
An anonymous report led to a lockdown at Troy Middle School. Authorities say no credible threat was found and students safely resumed their

John Eads
5 days ago2 min read


Domestic Disturbance in Lincoln County Leads to Charges Against St. Charles County Man
A St. Charles County man faces multiple charges after a domestic disturbance in Lincoln County. Children were present and a warrant was issu

John Eads
Jan 142 min read


Assault, Intoxication Charges Filed Following Early-Morning Disturbance
Early-morning Lincoln County disturbance leads to felony assault and DWI charges after deputies respond to a reported domestic incident.

John Eads
Jan 142 min read


Prosecutors: Thousands of Files Recovered in Lincoln County Child Pornography Case
A Lincoln County man remains held without bond as investigators review thousands of files in an ongoing child exploitation case.

John Eads
Jan 142 min read


Children Found in Deplorable Conditions; Three Arrested After Troy Welfare Check
A welfare check in Troy led to the removal of multiple children and the arrest of three adults after officers documented severe living condi

John Eads
Jan 123 min read


Felony Domestic Assault Charge Filed in Lincoln County Domestic Incident
Charges have been filed against a Troy man following a reported domestic disturbance in Lincoln County. The case includes a felony domestic

John Eads
Jan 52 min read


Lincoln County Grand Jury Indicts Silex Man in Sex Offender Case Tied to Fall Festival
A Lincoln County grand jury has indicted a Silex man on multiple felony sex offender–related charges tied to alleged violations at a public

John Eads
Dec 29, 20253 min read


Armed Robbery at Elsberry Business Leaves Employee Injured; Suspects Sought
An armed robbery at an Elsberry business left an employee injured overnight. Authorities have released images and are asking for the public’

John Eads
Dec 27, 20252 min read


Overnight Break-In Near Highway 61 Becomes Felony Case Following Reported Armed Encounter
An overnight break-in near Highway 61 escalated into a reported armed confrontation, leading to felony burglary and property damage charges

John Eads
Dec 16, 20252 min read


Relief After Overnight Search: Juvenile Safely Located in Troy
A juvenile was safely located after an overnight multi-agency search in Troy during dangerously cold conditions, police said.

John Eads
Dec 14, 20252 min read
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