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Residential break-in on South Library in Waterloo
A crime scene unit from the Illinois State Police was called in to assist Waterloo police in investigating a possible residential break-in reported at 405 South Library Street shortly after…
CFD called to gas spill at Red Roof
The Columbia Fire Department responded shortly after 11:40 p.m. Saturday to the Red Roof Shell gas station for the cleanup of a fuel spill.
Brian Deterding | Athlete of the Week
The Republic-Times Athlete of the Week is Gibault Catholic High School basketball player Brian Deterding. The junior is averaging 16 points and seven rebounds per game for the 3-2 Hawks,…
Waterloo Santa Float set to ride Dec. 17-24
The Waterloo German Band’s popular Santa Float will again spread holiday cheer to all who are near Dec. 17-24. This project is made possible by donations from local businesses and…
Crash at First and Market in Waterloo
Waterloo police responded shortly after 6:40 p.m. Wednesday to a two-vehicle crash at First Street and Market Street. No serious injuries were reported. A Chevrolet car driven by Jane Kramer…
Eagles top Nashville in OT to win Wesclin tourney
The Columbia Eagles picked up a nice early season win Saturday night in the championship of the Wesclin Tournament, defeating Nashville in double overtime, 67-61, to win the title. Columbia…
Students hear of heroin dangers
In an effort to squelch bad habits before they start, Monroe County Coroner Vicki Koerber organized a drug forum at Gibault Catholic High School last Tuesday. It was the first…
Columbia woman reflects on JB Bridge opening
One of the most significant events to impact the region occurred 70 years ago Tuesday. The Jefferson Barracks Bridge, connecting St. Louis County with Monroe County, officially opened to traffic…
Flu season may be longer and more severe this year
Cold weather is upon us, and with it, flu season. Vaccinate Illinois Week (Dec. 7-13) coincides with National Influenza Vaccination Week, a national observance established to highlight the importance of…
Two-vehicle accident at Rt. 3 and Sportsman Road
Waterloo fire and Monroe County EMS responded to a two-vehicle accident at Route 3 and Sportsman Rd. this morning just before noon. The cars involved were a maroon Ford Focus and…