CENTRALIA - Centralia Police responded to a reported shooting on Sunday evening, April 19, 2026, in the 900 block of Kell Street, and a 19-year-old male later died at an area hospital, according to Illinois State Police. The shooting occurred about 5:01 p.m. on April 19, 2026, in Centralia, Illinois, Illinois State Police Public Information spokesperson Trooper Genelle Jones said. "The Centralia Police Department requested Illinois State Police Zone 8 investigations to conduct the shooting investigation,"
EDWARDSVILLE - The Edwardsville Rotary Club has selected Edwardsville High School senior Jazmin Hayes as its Student of the Month for April, recognizing her involvement in school organizations and academic and extracurricular accomplishments in Edwardsville. Hayes, 18, was nominated by Edwardsville High School art teacher Cassie Flynn. She is the daughter of Jaimee and Joshua Hayes. Hayes serves as president of the National Art Honor Society and Diversity Club, vice president of HOSA and the
CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following statement after the U.S. District Court for the Northern District declared the case over National Guard deployment moot. “In October, the District Court for the Northern District took action to stop the unlawful deployment of National Guard troops in Illinois because the administration could provide no lawful explanation for its deployment. That is because none existed. This matter went all the way to U.S. Supreme
EDWARDSVILLE - Community members have the chance to celebrate the Kentucky Derby with a delicious twist at 1818 Chophouse. From 3:30–10 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, 2026, 1818 Chophouse in Edwardsville will host a Derby Day party so attendees can enjoy the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby, featuring hors d’oeuvres and a picnic dinner followed by live music by the Bob Perry Band. Owner Megan Pashea encourages people to come out, sip a mint julep, sample the curated menu and have
EAST ST. LOUIS - East St. Louis School District 189 marked a major milestone in student opportunity and workforce development with the groundbreaking of its $17.2 million Career and Technical Education (CTE) facility expansion at East St. Louis Senior High School. The project, made possible through a $17 million state grant secured by the leadership of Senator Chris Belt, represents a transformative investment in career pathways and the future of East St. Louis students. “Workforce development
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Coastal Management Program has awarded $970,770 in grants to Illinois organizations for coastal education, recreation, water quality monitoring, planning, design and engineering projects along the Lake Michigan shoreline. The Coastal Management Program is a federal-state partnership between IDNR and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration that provides federal funding directly to communities in the Illinois
The Gateway Arch National Park is expecting a busy spring and summer travel season as the Route 66 Centennial approaches, and visitors are advised to purchase tickets online in advance to save time upon arrival.
SPRINGFIELD – Visitors are invited to commemorate the 222nd anniversary of the start of the Lewis and Clark Expedition with the annual Point of Departure Commemoration May 9-10 at the Lewis and Clark State Historic Site in Madison County. The free event will feature military demonstrators, historic artisans and hands-on history displays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on both days. Artisans will demonstrate candle making, leatherworking, tanning, gunsmithing, spinning, blacksmithing and woodworking.
Whether driving to Belleville or anywhere else in St. Clair County, the commute on Interstate 64 across the Poplar Street Bridge will look a little different for the next two days.
For the better part of five years, we’ve been treated to an elaborate performance about the unprecedented constitutional horror of “jawboning.” Jim Jordan held hearings. Missouri’s AG sued. The Supreme Court heard Murthy v. Missouri and concluded there wasn’t enough evidence of government coercion to establish standing, let alone a First Amendment violation. None of […]
WOOD RIVER — In recognition of Earth Month, State Senator Erica Harriss (56th- Glen Carbon) and Representative Amy Elik (111th- Alton) are inviting residents to take part in a FREE Community Shred Event and Clean Up Day on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Wood River Police Department parking lot (550 Madison Ave., Wood River, IL — entrance on IL Route 143). The event will provide secure, on-site document shredding to help residents safely dispose of sensitiv
"The jury decided to send a message," attorney Joan Schwartz said. "That's how I interpret this. And the message is this should stop. This shouldn't happen."
EDWARDSVILLE — The City of Edwardsville officially broke ground Monday, April 20, 2026, on Goshen Commons, a new $3.95 million pedestrian-friendly public park planned for the heart of downtown. The project will transform one block of St. Louis Street between North Main Street and Second Street, along with the adjacent courtyard, into a vibrant public gathering space designed for both everyday use and special events. Goshen Commons will feature green space with trees and various plantings,
GRANITE CITY — Jersey junior Bradley Tueth set a new school record in the 400 meters at the Granite City Invite, winning the race in 48.86 seconds and earning track athlete of the meet honors. Tueth’s time broke the previous Jersey mark of 49.30 set in 2024 by Casey Borkowski. Lucas Ross holds the third-best 400-meter time in school history at 51.63, set in 2017. Tueth also placed fourth in the 100 meters at the Granite City Boys Invite, running 11.70. Tueth is a Sparklight Male
CARLINVILLE - Carlinville will host a Community Blood Drive with ImpactLife, the provider of blood components for local hospitals. The blood drive will be from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Wednesday, May 6 at 201 West Main Street, inside Elks Lodge. What: Carlinville Community Blood Drive-Sponsored by Carlinville Area Hospital Auxiliary When: Wednesday, May 6, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Where: Elks Lodge, 201 West Main Street, Carlinville, IL Appointments: To donate, please contact ImpactLife
CHICAGO — The State of Illinois African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission (ADCRC) will convene a public hearing in Chicago to advance statewide efforts toward reparative justice for Black Illinoisans descended from American Slavery. The hearing will be held at the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center on April 25, 2026, at 10 a.m. A livestream will be available on the ADCRC YouTube page: www.YouTube.com/@IllinoisADCRC . The hearing will center around the Taking
ROXANA - The Riverbend East Rotary Club recently recognized the March Service Above Self award winners from Roxana High School: Daisy Daugherty and Troy Rahn. Above photo - club President Mark Smith presents Service Above Self certificates to Daisy Daugherty and Troy Rahn. Daisy Daugherty Daisy is a senior at Roxana High School who has made a lasting impression through a unique blend of competitive drive and compassionate leadership. As a multi-sport athlete in basketball, track, and volleyball,
GODFREY – State Representative Amy Elik (Alton) and State Senator Erica Harriss (Glen Carbon) are hosting a free Senior Fraud Protection & Advocacy Seminar with an expert from the Illinois Attorney General’s Office. They will give a presentation and take questions from seniors on how to better protect themselves from fraud. This event is free and open to seniors. The event details are: Monday, April 27th 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Asbury Village 5201 Asbury Lane, Godfrey
More than 40 large-scale photographs created in China between 1993 and 2006 make up Looking Back Toward the Future at the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum. Featuring the work of […]
HARDIN - David A. Depper, 40, who is listed as homeless, was arrested March 23 in Jersey County on a felony warrant alleging he falsified or altered a court-ordered drug test required as a condition of his pretrial release in an unrelated case, according to the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office. The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office said Depper was ordered on Feb. 10, 2026, to submit to a court-authorized drug analysis as a condition of his pretrial release on “another unrelated
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