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Rep. Schmidt's Job Fair Draws Large Crowd In East St. Louis

18 hours 28 minutes ago
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. – State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) recently hosted his annual Job Fair in East St. Louis, providing community members seeking employment with opportunities to learn more about interview guidance, creating a resume and to speak directly to employers. Schmidt said the event was successful and thanked the employers and everyone who attended. “Thank you to the local employers and community members for helping to make this event successful,” said

Illinois Begins New School Year With High Marks In National Education Rankings

18 hours 38 minutes ago
CHICAGO — As students across Illinois prepare to return to the classroom, Governor JB Pritzker today highlighted national rankings recognizing Illinois as one of the nation’s leaders in education, as well as the state’s continued efforts to invest in and make access to education more affordable for Illinois students and families. “From our earliest learners to students preparing for college and careers, Illinois is recognized as having one of best education systems

Alton, Grafton Residents Named First Two Winners Of Rep. Davidsmeyer's 'America 250' Photo Contest

18 hours 43 minutes ago
ALTON/GRAFTON – State Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) announced the first two winning entries in his “America 250” Photo Contest to update the decor in his Capitol office in Springfield. “Each of these photographs showcase the patriotic spirit and natural beauty of the 100th District,” Rep. Davidsmeyer said. “I congratulate our first two winners and remind everyone that we still have another round of photographs to go. As part of America’s

Alabama Man Arrested In Calhoun County On Arkansas Parole Warrant, Weapons Charges

18 hours 50 minutes ago
HARDIN — Calhoun County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a 40-year-old Alabama man on June 5, 2026, in Hardin after a traffic stop uncovered an active full-extradition parole warrant from the Arkansas Department of Corrections, according to a sheriff’s office press release. The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office said Sheriff Zachary T. Hardin and deputies conducted the traffic stop at approximately 2 p.m. on South Park Street in Hardin, Calhoun County. Authorities identified

Statewide Farmer Mental Health Program Rebrands As FARM SOS

18 hours 53 minutes ago
CARBONDALE — What began as a pilot program serving six Illinois counties has grown into a trusted program providing confidential mental health support to agricultural communities across all 102 counties. Now, seven years later, the Farm Family Resource Initiative (FFRI) announces its new name: FARM SOS. The rebranding reflects the program's evolution and creates a simpler, more recognizable identity that immediately communicates its purpose: connecting farmers and their families with support

Alton Man Charged With Felony Driving While Revoked in Calhoun County

18 hours 59 minutes ago
HARDIN - A 49-year-old Alton man was arrested June 16 after a Calhoun County sheriff’s deputy conducted a traffic stop on South Park Street in Hardin, authorities said. The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office said the stop occurred at approximately 8:06 p.m. on June 16, 2026, in Hardin, Calhoun County. The driver, Shannon D. Tarvin, was charged with felony driving while revoked. Tarvin was arrested without incident and transported to the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office, where

Refugee admissions on track to hit record low

19 hours 7 minutes ago
The number of refugees admitted to the United States during the first 10 months of the fiscal year is on pace to hit its lowest level on record, according to a new analysis. The new numbers reflect a steep decline in refugee admissions since President Donald Trump began his second term, according to a new […]
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Governor Pritzker and Illinois Department of Revenue Urge Illinois Families and Teachers to Maximize School Tax Credits for 2026

19 hours 8 minutes ago
SPRINGFIELD — As a new academic year begins across Illinois, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) are highlighting valuable state tax credits available to parents, guardians, and educators to offset the cost of school expenses. Both families and educators can secure vital financial relief on their upcoming state tax returns by claiming deductions on qualified purchases like classroom materials, tuition, and required school fees. “Lowering costs for workin

Autumn Dunn Joins Granite City Police Department Ranks

19 hours 17 minutes ago
GRANITE CITY - Autumn Dunn has been welcomed to the Granite City Police Department and will soon begin a 16-week program at the SWIC Police Academy before returning for field training, the department said. The department did not provide a specific start date for the academy. After completing the academy, Dunn is expected to return to the Granite City Police Department for field training.

Georgia Felon Accused of Possessing Guns, 53 Kilos of Cocaine in St. Louis County

19 hours 24 minutes ago
ST. LOUIS – A convicted felon from Georgia has been arrested and accused of possessing about 53 kilograms of cocaine and two firearms. Chad E. “J-Bo” Brown, 54, was charged by complaint in U.S. District Court in St. Louis on August 14 with one count of possession with the intent to distribute more than 10 kilograms of cocaine. He appeared in court Monday. The complaint and affidavit say that the day before Brown’s arrest, the Drug Enforcement Administration learned

Elderly Passenger Dies After Belleville Two-Vehicle Crash

19 hours 26 minutes ago
BELLEVILLE - An 88-year-old woman died after a two-vehicle crash Monday morning, Aug. 17, 2026, at the intersection of South Illinois Street and South Belt, where Belleville Police responded at about 9:04 a.m. Aug. 17, 2026, following a report of a traffic accident. The woman was a passenger in one of the vehicles and later died from injuries sustained in the crash, according to the Belleville Police Department. Three people involved in the crash were transported to local hospitals