TROY - Families will have a chance to “Unearth a Story” during a dinosaur-themed summer reading kickoff hosted by the Tri-Township Public Library District from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Tri-Township Park’s Pavilion No. 10 in Troy, Illinois. The event marks the launch of the library district’s 2026 Summer Reading Challenge and is billed as a morning of “prehistoric proportions” to celebrate “the best season of the year.” Plann
MADISON – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that road repairs on Illinois 203 between Collinsville Road and the Madison County line in St. Clair County will require daily lane closures beginning, weather permitting, Monday, May 11. The closures will affect both northbound and southbound lanes. Motorists should expect delays and are encouraged to use alternate routes during the closure. Drivers are urged to reduce speed, remain alert for changing conditions,
CARLINVILLE – A new agreement between the Carlinville Community Unit School District 1 and Lewis and Clark Community College will allow the college to directly provide educational opportunities to the students of Carlinville and Macoupin County. Lewis and Clark has a longstanding history of providing direct services to the residents of Macoupin County with a physical presence in Carlinville. In 2003, the college opened the Macoupin County Community Education Center on Shipman Road
Hello and welcome back to my weekly Capitol Update. Both the House and Senate were in session this week as the Illinois General Assembly began the final month of its scheduled spring session. With Illinois tied for the highest property taxes in the nation, House Republicans are proposing solutions to deliver property tax relief to homeowners across the state. Several of my colleagues held a press conference this week to unveil our Property Tax Reform Agenda, which I fully support. How much
EDWARDSVILLE – Charges against a Missouri man accused of soliciting who he believed was a 12-year-old girl were unsealed this week after his arrest following an Edwardsville Police social media sting operation. Brandon R. Nute, 23, of Wentzville, Mo., was charged with one count each of indecent solicitation of a child (a Class 1 felony), solicitation to meet a child (a Class 4 felony), and grooming (both Class 4 felonies). From March 28 to April 21, 2026, Nute allegedly knowingly solicited
ALTON - Over 40 Alton High School seniors received local scholarships during a special awards night. On Thursday, May 7, 2026, Alton Community Unit School District #11 families came together to celebrate the 41 graduating seniors who were awarded scholarships. Dr. Jordan Anderson, who helped organize the night, shared that these scholarships will give a boost to students as they embark on their next chapters. “It’s just really amazing to see our community invest in the future
RIVERBEND - As families prepare to celebrate Mother’s Day and schools across the region honor their graduates, a few local restaurants have special deals for you to enjoy. Penalty Box Bar and Grill With a huge patio and an expansive menu, Penalty Box Bar and Grill in East Alton is the go-to spot this Mother’s Day weekend. They will offer a special breakfast pizza as well as $5 mimosas and Bloody Marys throughout the weekend to celebrate. If you’d rather sleep in,
Chess is going underwater in the Central West End. The Saint Louis Chess Club is hosting a high-energy diving chess exhibition Friday featuring inventor and chess master Etan Ilfeld alongside top St. Louis grandmasters competing beneath the surface.
Not this again. For many years now there have been a series of ongoing lawsuits between E. Jean Carroll and Donald Trump, involving a variety of issues, but mainly whether or not he sexually assaulted her back in the 1990s and, separately, whether he defamed her in claiming he’d never met her after she accused […]
ALTON - The beloved Alton Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market kicks off this weekend. From 8 a.m. to noon every Saturday from May 9 through Oct. 17, 2026, community members can stop by the market. Located in the parking lot at the corner of Landmarks Boulevard and Henry Street in downtown Alton, the market draws crowds every weekend. People enjoy the fresh produce and locally-sourced honey and meat, while others beeline to the artisans’ tables for jewelry, pottery, pet-themed
A Jackson County judge on Friday denied Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway’s attempt to immediately stop Kansas City-based CBD American Shaman and several affiliated companies from selling kratom products. The motion for a temporary restraining order, which was filed alongside the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, took particular aim at the more potent […]
ST. LOUIS COUNTY - The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office on Saturday, May 2, 2026, issued charges against Lorenzo Gaines, 23, in a sexual assault case investigators say involves multiple victims. Gaines, of the 10300 block of Oxford Hill Drive, St. Louis, Mo., 63146, was charged with four counts of Rape or Attempted Rape 1st Degree, Sexual Abuse 1st Degree, and Sodomy or Attempted Sodomy 1st Degree. Gaines is being held on $750,000 cash-only, no 10% bond. A summary
SPRINGFIELD, IL — Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) announced the winners of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for Illinois’ 13th Congressional District. This year’s overall winner is Charlotte Lin of University Laboratory High School for her piece, “Liminal.” To watch a video of the Congresswoman’s announcement and to view the winning artwork, click HERE . “The artistic talent and creativity of students across Central and Southern Illinoi
GRANITE CITY – Granite City Elks Lodge #1063 recognized Granite City High School seniors Clark Goodman and Kaylee Hobbs as Students of the Month for May. The Elks Student of the Month Program is designed to recognize outstanding young men and women for achievements in school and community life-fine arts, hobbies, athletics, church, school, club and community service, industry and farming. Nominees are judged on multiple achievements including leadership skills, good moral character, community
Big Muddy Adventures is offering free bike rentals at the Gateway Arch during May to mark National Bike Month, allowing riders to explore the Mississippi Riverfront and regional trails.
Casting has been announced for a new BBC series that will focus on The Beatles' early days as a band.The six-part series, Hamburg Days, is based on the autobiography by…
Lorenzo Gaines, 23, of St. Louis County, is charged with four counts of first-degree rape or attempted rap. He is in custody on a $750,000 cash-only bail.
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