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Friday, July 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Belleville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On July 12, an East St. Louis man was arrested after he hit and killed Coryesha Davis on State Street and is now held at the St. Clair County Jail—state authorities charged him with failing to report, stop or render aid following the accident. First Alert 4
- ➤ Police are investigating two separate shootings at McDonald’s restaurants — in Belleville, a female employee shot two people at 125 South Belt East on Wednesday with victims taken to the hospital in stable condition and the suspect in custody, while in St. Louis a male suspect fired shots shortly after 1 a.m. Thursday with no injuries reported. First Alert 4
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Siteman Cancer Center is recruiting participants ages 45 to 75 from the St. Louis region for a free national trial of a blood test that can detect up to eight cancers—some of which do not have routine screening. The study aims to enroll 2,000 people over two years and will follow up with more tests if a positive result occurs. KSDK
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Shop on Amazon for the car tech upgrades you need ahead of your next road trip and for better, safer driving. We love this suction cup phone mount to keep navigation instructions in your eyeline. The Buy
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Powerboat racer Shelby Love is ready for the Alton Midwest Nationals F1 Powerboat Championship starting today on the Mississippi River—she will race in the Formula Lite division after her recent wins and join a meet-and-greet at Mac’s Downtown with her father also competing. Riverbender
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Live Music: The Jorrells
5-8 p.m. — Eckert's Pick Your Own Belleville Farm — Free entry — Dance to the vibrant brass sounds of the Jorrells performing classic hits from the '60s and '70s.
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DCI - Drum Corps International
6:30-8 p.m. — Belleville West High School — Tickets available — Experience the thrilling performances of top drum corps live in Belleville.
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Open Mic Night at Eckert's Farm
5-8 p.m. — Eckert's Pick Your Own Belleville Farm — Family-friendly fun — Celebrate local talent at the inaugural Open Mic Night under the stars.
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Dueling Piano & Comedy Night
5-8 p.m. — Eckert's Pick Your Own Belleville Farm — Food & drink available for purchase — Enjoy an unforgettable evening of laughter and musical entertainment with dueling pianos and comedy.
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Upgrade Your Ride: Must-Have Car Tech for Safer, Smarter Road Trips
Before you hit the road, make sure your car is equipped with the latest tech to keep your drive smoother, safer, and more connected. Amazon has all the essentials you need for your next road trip or daily commute.
Top picks include a suction cup phone mount that keeps navigation in clear view, a wireless CarPlay adapter for seamless Bluetooth connectivity, and a front-and-rear dash cam that captures every moment — especially in the event of an accident.
These smart, affordable upgrades not only improve convenience but also add an extra layer of safety and peace of mind while you're behind the wheel. Whether you're driving across the country or just around town, now’s the perfect time to enhance your car with these must-have tech tools.
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