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
An 88-year-old woman was killed and two others were injured in a crash Monday morning at the intersection of S. Illinois St. and S. Belt in Belleville, Ill.
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
Words used to mean things. The MAGA GOP strategy lately seems to be pulling a page from the 1980s playbook (a Trump specialty) and declaring anyone they don’t like to be “communist.” The whole thing is laughable. Even if you disagree with some of the policy positions of far left groups like the Democratic Socialists […]
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
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
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
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
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 […]
The music of the Allman Brothers Band will once again be celebrated at the 10th annual Allman Betts Family Revival, a 20-date tour launching in November.This year’s trek, hosted by…
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
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.
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
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
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