Police Blotter | 12-17-25

(Information in this report is gathered from police agencies, county courts and emergency radio dispatch. The public is reminded that defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty and charges may…

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Underage sex stings continue

The Waterloo Police Department arrested yet another suspected sexual predator Friday morning at the Moto Mart gas station and convenience store along Route 3. Austyn J. Brown, 27, of Cahokia…

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Waterloo OKs tax levy

The Waterloo City Council on Monday night approved a property tax levy increase for the current fiscal year during its final regular meeting of 2025. The proposed corporate and special…

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Solar disarray in Columbia

With an overhaul of Columbia’s municipal code in the works, it became apparent Monday night that regulations concerning solar power installations need to be clarified. Aldermen considered a discussion-only agenda…

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