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GRANITE CITY – State Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) has released the below statement following the officer-involved shooting Friday afternoon in Granite City: “The attack on a Granite City police officer Friday afternoon is a stark reminder of the danger our officers face every single day. I am grateful the officer is currently stable after surgery, and my thoughts are with him, his family, and the entire department as they work through this traumatic event. “This

GRANITE CITY – The suspect in the recent shooting of a Granite City police officer is now in custody, the Illinois State Police has announced. The suspect, 26-year-old DJ Marshall of Granite City, IL, who is believed to have shot a Granite City Police Department officer has been taken into custody. This case remains under investigation. Individuals with information are encouraged to send it to ISP.CRIMETIPS@illinois.gov or call (618) 346-3990. On Dec. 5, 2025, at approximately 2:19

Did you know that the average American spends over 20 hours shopping during the holiday season, often feeling overwhelmed and rushed? The pressure to find the perfect gifts, manage budgets, and coordinate with busy schedules can turn what should be an enjoyable experience into a source of significant stress. But what if the key to a calm and successful holiday shopping season lies not just in what you buy, but in how you plan your shopping schedule? Understand Your Priorities and Budget Early

December 8 has long been a date marked by events that have shaped the world in profound ways. On December 8, 1980, the world was stunned by the news that John Lennon, former member of The Beatles and a prominent peace activist, was shot and killed outside his apartment building in New York City. Lennon was just 40 years old when Mark David Chapman fired five shots, ending the life of a man whose music and messages had inspired millions. This tragic event sent shockwaves across the globe, sparking

Expect a cold day with a high near 32 and a low around 27. Morning temperatures start around 20 but will feel quite cold. Winds will be light, ranging from about 3 to 9 mph, mainly from the west-northwest in the afternoon with gusts up to 15 mph. There is no rain expected today, with mostly intermittent clouds through the daylight hours. In detail, the morning will have some cloud cover but still allow patches of sunshine. The afternoon remains partly sunny with intervals of clouds and sunshine,

GRANITE CITY - Evan Brewer, a senior center for Granite City High's boys basketball team, is off to a great 4-2 start. Brewer scored 12 points in a 58-39 win over Metro-East Lutheran at Granite City Memorial Gym on Dec. 4, and is currently the team's leading scorer, averaging 17.3 points-per-game. He's also averaging 9.3 rebounds-per-game, and also has nine assists and eight steals in the Warriors first games. Last season, on a team that finished 9-23, he averaged 15.4 points-per-game to lea

EDWARDSVILLE - Ciara Cunningham, a senior hitter who helped Edwardsville advance to the IHSA Class 4A girls volleyball sectional this season, signed a letter of intent to play for Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Okla., in a ceremony held in the auditorium of the Jon Davis Wrestling Center. Cunningham, one of two seniors on this year's Tigers team, helped the Tigers go on to a 25-12 record this season, advancing to the O'Fallon sectional, losing to Belleville East 25-17, 25-14 on Nov. 4.

On December 7, 1941, a surprise military strike forever altered the course of American history. Nearly 2,400 lives were lost, and the United States was thrust into World War II. Every year, Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day serves as a solemn tribute to those who perished and a reflection on the resilience that followed. But what are the origins of this day, and how do its traditions continue to honor the past while educating future generations? The Historical Significance of December 7, 1941 The

CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced that a court dismissed a motion for summary judgment filed by the drugmakers seeking to toss key elements of an ongoing drug price-fixing case. Illinois and a coalition of nearly all states and territories filed three antitrust lawsuits against pharmaceutical companies and executives that allege conspiracies to artificially inflate and manipulate prices, reduce competition and unreasonably restrain the trade of generic drugs, accounting

BUZZ MAGAZINE – Springfield entrepreneur Rafael Joseph is bringing a new level of innovation to residential roofing with the recent launch of SmarT coaT, a system designed to extend the life of aging roofs, improve energy efficiency, and reduce environmental impact. A Navy veteran and founder of Seraphim, Rafael has spent more than two decades improving housing through sustainable technologies. Drawing on his experience as a Trident II missile technician aboard the USS Pennsylvania, Rafae

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health today released the following statement from Director Dr. Sameer Vohra in response to the actions of the federal Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP): “Since universal newborn vaccination began in 1991, hepatitis B infection among U.S. children dropped by 99%. Today, the federal Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) voted to remove its long-standing recommendation that all newborns receive the hepatitis

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) announced the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) will hold a hearing next Thursday, December 11, to receive sworn testimony directly from the Trump Administration’s Department of Defense (DoD) on Trump’s unlawful and unconstitutional domestic deployments of American military troops to intimidate Americans in their own communities. “Across the United States, Donald Trump has illegally

ALTON - Attorney Keith Short has some practical advice for anyone who is in a car accident. “The number one thing I would tell people to do is, as soon as possible after the accident, make a log of everything you can remember about it,” he said. “The absolute first mistake, absolutely, is not recording everything you can immediately after it occurred. That means going to the doctor and saying, this happened, and telling them the truth. Telling the police officer the

JERSEY - In conjunction with Jerseyville Banking Center, J.C.H.S. has selected their “Students of the Month”. The recipients for the month of November are Michael Roberts (11) & Myla Stamper (10). The selection of a “Student of the Month” is based upon the number of F.O.C.U.S. nominations, which a student receives for a given month. F.O.C.U.S. (Finding One Clearly Unique Student) is a program, that acknowledges a student each week for academic or kindness. Each

ALTON – Simmons Hanly Conroy , a national leader in the legal representation of mesothelioma patients and their families, joined forces with Land of Lincoln Legal Aid, Springfield Urban League, and other local agencies for an expungement and sealing summit on Oct. 18 at Community Temple Church of God in Christ (COGIC) in Jacksonville. “It is rewarding to dedicate time to this worthwhile cause, helping attendees overcome the barriers to self-improvement, education and re-enterin

COLLINSVILLE — Zack Jenny has been named the 2025 Firefighter of the Year by Collinsville Fire Fighters IAFF Local 2625. Jenny, a firefighter and paramedic with the City since 2018, was recognized for his significant contributions to the department. Jenny serves as the chair of the ambulance committee and leads ambulance maintenance efforts. In addition, he is an active member of the Madison County Technical Rescue Team and the Associated Firefighters of Illinois Honor Guard. The

SPRINGFIELD - Several initiatives spearheaded by Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias will take effect in the new year. “This past legislative session delivered some big wins for Illinoisans that will make a real difference in their everyday lives,” Giannoulias said. “These laws move us closer to our goals of making our roads safer, ensuring our libraries have the tools they need to serve their communities and creating a more efficient and responsive government.”

December 6 and 7 have long been days marked by pivotal events that have shaped the course of history around the world. Our story begins in the early 20th century with Finland’s bold step toward sovereignty. On December 6, 1917, amidst the turmoil following the Russian Revolution, the Finnish Parliament formally declared independence from Russia. This courageous act was the culmination of decades of national awakening and struggle for autonomy. The declaration not only marked the birth

ALTON — About 50 to 60 students from the Alton School District shopped alongside police officers Saturday morning, Dec. 6, 2025, at the Alton Target store during the annual Shop with a Cop event, an initiative designed to strengthen community ties and create positive experiences between law enforcement and local youth. Each child received $200 to spend on gifts, with many choosing presents for siblings and parents as well as items for themselves. The toy and electronics sections were especiall

GRANITE CITY - Photographer Brayden Cook of BC Photography in Granite City captured drone footage and images of the large-scale police operation around 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025. Cook noted that officers responded to a tip that the suspect was hiding under a back porch, but the individual was not found there. At approximately 2:30 p.m. on Friday, a Granite City police officer was shot near the Pizza Hut located at 2811 Madison Avenue. In response, more than 100 law enforcement officers launche