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Longtime Foster Parent Accused of Abuse, Trafficking
WINFIELD – The Lincoln County Prosecuting Attorney is investigating child abuse and trafficking allegations that include the swap of a child for a monkey.
Hayes Dodges Jail, Felony In Plea Deal
TROY – In a real-life version of the famous Monopoly game, a Troy man seemingly purchased a "Get Out of Jail Free" card last week for a little less than $4K.

Judge Sentences Zenk to 7 Years
ST. CHARLES – After Circuit Judge Michael Fagras revoked Hailey Zenk’s probation, sending her to prison for seven years, the 19-year-old was overwhelmed with panic. “What do you mean! What…

Zenk's Probation Hearing Scheduled for Monday
ST. CHARLES – Monday morning, a St. Charles County judge may have another chance to choose between “justice with mercy” and plain-old justice at Hailey Zenk’s probation revocation hearing.
Elsberry man killed in altercation (updated version)
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following story was updated at 3:15 p.m. with additional information from the Lincoln County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. ELSBERRY – A custody exchange turned deadly Monday afternoon after…