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Max Cotton

Max Cotton ed the Gray Washington Bureau team in February 2025 as a weekend producer. Before moving to the nation’s capital, Max was Gray Media’s Illinois Capitol Bureau Chief in Springfield, Ill. He covered Illinois politics at the state’s legislature. Max has also worked in Des Moines, Iowa; Eau Claire, Wisc.; and Casper, Wyo. 6s2b4i

A graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism, Max grew up in the Chicago area. When he’s not working, Max is exploring Washington or cheering on a Chicago sports team.

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The Regional Sports Authority has approved $54 over the next three years to upgrade the...
$54 million approved for renovations to the Dome 273p5w
The Illinois state fire marshal is investigating two fires that happened overnight in Cahokia...
State fire marshal investigating two overnight fires in Cahokia Heights 5pv3r
One person is dead after police say they were struck overnight in Jefferson County.
Person struck, killed in Jefferson County overnight 5n1j3
Dewey’s Pizza will host Give Back Night to  tornado relief June 12
Dewey’s Pizza will host Give Back Night to tornado relief June 12 705p43
It’s been almost a month since the tornado devastated parts of the city. FEMA is boots on the...
City leaders and FEMA explain next steps for people impacted by May 16 tornado 4p5d17

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96% of fireworks sold in the U.S. are imported from China. Fireworks retailers say tariff’s on...
Tariffs on China could raise some fireworks costs 1e5272
Grill fire displaces Wentzville family
Grill fire displaces Wentzville family; fire crews issue summer safety tips 6w112c
Colton's Cause
St. Louis mother continues son’s mission after his death 6u5u6q
She says 19-year-old Damien Zancha died after being shot at Silver Lake on May 22nd.
Death investigation underway in Highland, Illinois after incident at Silver Lake r5jd
A "No ICE Demonstration" on the Tamm Ave. over.
Dozens in St. Louis protest against immigration enforcement 481iz
Marco Zomphier, is accused of sex crimes in St. Louis County and Jefferson County.
St. Louis County YMCA coach accused of sex crimes against student 516p4w