ST. LOUIS COUNTY — Michael Belleville, 51, of the 900 block of Regina Avenue in St. Louis, was charged Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, with leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death and resisting arrest in connection with a fatal crash that occurred on June 26, 2025. According to the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, Belleville was driving a 2010 gold Nissan Altima northbound on South Broadway Avenue early that morning when he turned into a convenience store parkin
SIKESTON, MO. — Global nonprofit Point 27 recently honored fallen Sikeston, Missouri Department of Public Safety Police Officer Henry Franklin, a U.S. National Guard Iraq War veteran who was shot and killed Oct. 6 while serving a warrant with his tactical team. Point 27, based in Atlanta, sent Thin Blue Line Shields of Strength dog-tag necklaces inscribed with Matthew 5:9, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God,” to the Missouri DPS office for
EDWARDSVILLE — The Annual Edwardsville Veterans Day Parade will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, in downtown Edwardsville, honoring military veterans in the community. Hosted by American Legion Post 199 with assistance from the Metro East Community Rotary Club, the parade will begin on North Main Street near the Eden Church parking lot. Participants will proceed south on North Main before turning west onto Vandalia and St. Louis streets. The parade concludes at West Street near
ALTON — Veterans and community members will gather at VFW Post 1308 for a Veterans Day event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. The event, held at 4445 Alby St., will feature a presentation of the National Colors by local Scouts, a flag raising ceremony, the laying of wreaths, and the playing of taps, followed by food service. Commander Chris Miller, who oversees the post’s operations, including food preparation. The annual event aims to honor veterans positively and
COLLINSVILLE - Collinsville will honor military veterans and active service members with a special Veterans Day program at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025 at the American Legion Post 365, 1022 Vandalia Street. The event, titled "Honoring Our Heroes," will feature remarks from Retired Major General William Enyart, whose military career and community service are highlighted as reasons for his selection as guest speaker. The program follows a Veterans Parade sponsored by the American Legion and
CHICAGO – Ahead of Veteran’s Day, Attorney General Kwame Raoul highlighted updates to the Illinois Service Member Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (ISERRA), which safeguards Illinois service member’s military service and minimizes its impact on their civilian careers. ISERRA was implemented in 2019 to reflect the reality of the military’s operational reserve force for service members and employers. The act was amended and passed by the Illinois General Assembly
GRANITE CITY – A local sex offender remains in custody after reportedly violating the Sex Offender Registration Act and committing multiple retail thefts in the area. Esmond L. Sanford, 51, listed as homeless out of Granite City, was charged on Nov. 5, 2025 with one count each of failure to register (a Class 3 felony) and his second or subsequent offense of retail theft under $300 (a Class 4 felony). On Nov. 4, 2025, Sanford allegedly failed to report weekly and in person to the chief
CHICAGO - Illinois Senator Tammy Duckworth sent another letter to the Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Friday, saying there is not enough urgency in honoring her request for an investigation into use of force by federal immigration agents in Chicago. Duckworth sent her initial letter on Oct 17 , calling for federal government watchdogs to launch an investigation into immigration agents’ tactics in the Chicago area as part of Operation Midway Blitz. In
GRAFTON — Mike Boschert, a Vietnam War veteran who served in the U.S. Army, was recently honored in a community salute recognizing his service to the country and his family. Boschert’s years of service and his contribution during the Vietnam War remain a significant part of his legacy. “Thank you for your service to country and family,” Sally, who nominated Boschert, wrote in the tribute. The salute serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by veterans like Boschert
BELLEVILLE - Caritas Family Solutions is excited to announce that it has been chosen by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) to help develop a new online payment portal designed to improve payment processes for nonprofit agencies and providers across the state. Leading this initiative is Abigail York, Billing Operations Manager at Caritas, who was chosen for her extensive experience with the foster care system and her success in creating an internal communication process
SAINT LOUIS - The St. Louis region is one of the top in the country for aerospace, avionics, and aviation. Mary Lamie recently stopped by “Our Daily Show!” with CJ Nasello to talk about bi-state development and the St. Louis Regional Freightway, including growing opportunities in several fields. She noted that St. Louis has “three main anchor aerospace companies” in Boeing, Gulfstream and West Star. As a result, there are thousands of jobs available in these
MADISON COUNTY. — The Madison County Sheriff's Office announced promotions within its Jail Division, elevating three members to new leadership roles. Blake Sellers has been promoted to captain and will serve as the Jail Superintendent. Ryan Dawdy was promoted to lieutenant and will oversee the Classification Office. Brandon Reichardt earned a promotion to sergeant and will act as a shift supervisor. The Sheriff's Office extended congratulations to the newly promoted officials
COLLINSVILLE – Webster Elementary School teacher Susanna Benson has been selected for a 2025 Emerson Excellence in Teaching Award. Benson, who teaches fourth grade at Webster, is a 30-year veteran of Collinsville Community Unit School District #10 (CUSD 10). She was nominated by the principal of Webster Elementary, Alison Schumacher. “With unwavering passion, a heart for her students, and a mind deeply rooted in scientific curiosity, Susanna Benson is the embodiment of what it means
ALTON - The Three Rivers Project of the Piasa Palisades Sierra Club Group (PPG) is planning a River Road cleanup on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. The public is invited to help rid the environment of debris that harms physical habitats, threatens aquatic life, and transports chemical pollutants to rivers, marine and coastal environments. Of all trash, plastic trash has the greatest potential to harm the environment, wildlife, and humans. The Mississippi River flows
ST. LOUIS – Mayor Cara Spencer announced the launch of the 2025 City Food Insecurity Fund and called on residents and businesses in the St. Louis region to donate in an effort to fill the gap created by recent cuts to the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) program. The fund, administered by United Way of Greater St. Louis, was created in partnership with St. Louis Area Food Bank, Operation Food Search, and Integrated Health Network. All donations to
ALTON – Ameren Illinois is taking another step forward in its modernization of the electric grid in Alton with the installation of new smart switches and stronger electric infrastructure in town. Work is currently underway to upgrade power lines between the Alby and North Alton substations, which will add capacity to the local grid for nearly 1,300 customers. The added capacity is similar to expanding a two-lane highway to a four-lane highway. In addition, three IntelliRupters, also known
SHILOH — A 14-year-old boy reported missing Friday morning, Nov. 7, 2025, was found safe by Shiloh Police Department officers later that day. Authorities received the missing juvenile report at 7:42 a.m. on Nov. 7. The boy was not considered a danger to himself and was believed to remain in the local area. Police said they received multiple tips and followed up on each lead. At 2:15 p.m., officers located the juvenile, who was unharmed, and he was safe and sound. The Shiloh Police
O'FALLON - The O'Fallon Police Department announced some details and a map for the Veterans' Day Parade on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. The parade starts at 2 p.m. The event will take place in downtown O'Fallon, where street closures will begin at 11 a.m. on Tuesday to clear the parade route. Police officials advise residents and visitors to use caution and allow extra travel time in the downtown area due to the closures. While downtown businesses will remain open during the event, parking may
TROY — The Troy Police Department is partnering with the Illinois State Police and other local agencies to enforce traffic safety laws during the “Click It or Ticket” and “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign running from Nov. 21 to Dec. 2, 2025. Officers will focus on seat-belt violations, speeding, distracted driving, and impaired driving caused by alcohol or drugs, including cannabis. The campaign coincides with the Thanksgiving holiday, a period marked by
PEORIA — Southwestern junior Thor Springman set a new school record at the IHSA Class 1A State Cross Country Meet on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, finishing 79th overall with a time of 15 minutes, 50 seconds. The meet took place in Peoria. Springman’s performance capped an impressive season for the Piasa Birds’ standout runner, who also earned all-conference honors in cross country. Earlier in the season, he placed 10th at the Trenton-Wesclin Sectional on Nov. 1, 2025, with a time
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