Accident Reconstruction is investigating a crash that left a 26-year-old man critically injured on November 9, 2026 in the 4300 block of S. Kingshighway.
STAUNTON - Community Hospital of Staunton (CHS) is pleased to announce Teresa Cornelius, DNP, MSN, RN, CENP, as its new President, effective November 9, 2026. Cornelius brings more than 20 years of healthcare experience, including an impressive career w ith HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital in Highland, Illinois, where she advanced from bedside nursing to executive leadership. Beginning her career as a registered nurse in 2006, Cornelius progressively assumed leadership responsibilities, serving
The SLMPD Child Abuse Unit is investigating a reported accidental shooting that injured a 3-year-old boy on November 9, 2026 in the Jeff-Vander-Lou neighborhood.
WASHINGTON — Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer Monday welcomed 11 newly elected Senate Democrats at the U.S. Capitol, following midterm elections in which his party flipped both chambers in Congress. “Last week the American people put Donald Trump and the GOP on blast,” Schumer, a New York Democrat, said on the Senate floor. “Americans pulverized […]
CHICAGO – A move to a new duty station or the transition out of active duty can mean applying for a new professional license before starting work. During National Veterans and Military Families Month, the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) is reminding service members, veterans, and military spouses that support is available. The Department’s Military Liaison offers one-on-one guidance, and qualifying applicants can receive an expedited initial review.
CHICAGO — Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs today announced that the Bright Start 529 College Savings Plan has earned its eighth Gold rating from independent investment analyst Morningstar, once again placing Illinois’ direct-sold college savings plan among the best in the nation. Bright Start 529 is one of only nine Gold-rated 529 college savings plans in the country. “For the eighth time under my watch, Morningstar has recognized Bright Start 529 as one of the
EAST ST. LOUIS – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced a lane closure on westbound Interstate 55/I-64/U.S. 40 between Illinois 3 and the Poplar Street Bridge in St. Clair County for bridge repairs. Beginning at 9 a.m. Monday, Nov. 9, two westbound mainline lanes will be closed at this location. The two outer lanes and ramps will remain open during the closure. Motorists should expect delays and are encouraged to use alternate routes during this closure. Drivers are urge
GODFREY — The New Horizons Band of Godfrey will honor military veterans with two concerts Nov. 14 and 15, 2026, at the McNicholas Club, with proceeds benefiting the USO James S. McDonnell Center at Lambert International Airport. The band’s 2026 Salute to Veterans Concert will take place at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, at the Godfrey KC’s McNicholas Club, 1713 Stamper Lane. Doors will open one hour before each performance. Admission is $15 at the door
After a Tyson Foods meatpacking plant closed in Nebraska in January, eliminating about 3,000 jobs, the state secured a temporary reprieve from new Medicaid work requirements for residents of the surrounding county. Nebraska began enforcing work requirements in May, requiring most adults ages 19 to 64 covered through Medicaid expansion to work, attend school or […]
GLEN CARBON – Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois (GSofSI) has wrapped up the annual Fall Product Program for 2026. Girls in Southern Illinois sold $457,000 in tasty treats, magazines, and other fun products. Let’s give a shout out to the following girls for being Fall Product Top Sellers for their respective areas: · Katelynn Norman from the RiverBend Service Unit sold $1,681 in product · Paislee Travis from the Granite City/Madison/Venice Service Unit sold $1,284
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