WASHINGTON — U.S. acting Attorney General Todd Blanche was one step closer to permanently leading the Justice Department Tuesday, after two skeptical Senate Judiciary Committee Republicans voted to advance his nomination given Blanche’s signed promise that President Donald Trump’s nearly $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund is dead. Republican Sens. John Cornyn of Texas and Thom Tillis […]
The deputy left his car running while serving legal papers in the city's Dutchtown neighborhood. A man took it, so the deputy chased after the car, police said.
EDWARDSVILLE - The local LGBTQ+ community and allies will come together for a celebration in Edwardsville next weekend. From 2–6 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, Rainbow House will host their annual Pride Picnic complete with pizza, music, vendors, yard games and more fun. Similar to a Pride festival, this picnic is smaller than a festival and more focused on building community and connection. David Roderick, director of Rainbow House, highlighted their goal to bring people together
ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ill. - A man was arrested and charged after a person was killed in a shooting early Sunday in East St. Louis. According to the Illinois State Police, the incident occurred a little before 5:30 a.m. at the intersection of 24th St. and Missouri Ave. The victim, 28-year-old Demonta L. Hunter, was [...]
GLEN CARBON - Father McGivney Catholic High School's Isaac Wendler joined Omar Avalos as Griffins players selected to the 2026 IHSA Class 2A All-State Team, recognizing them among the team's top players. McGivney baseball coach Chris Erwin praised Wendler’s impact on the Griffins team in 2026. Wendler is a Byron, Carlson, Petri & Kalb Male Athlete of the Month for the Griffins for his efforts on the baseball field this past spring. “He is so intimidating at the plate and anchore
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BEAT, the band made up of former King Crimson members Adrian Belew and Tony Levin, along with guitarist Steve Vai, has announced a new North American tour.BEAT launched their first…
CHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker today signed HB 4273 and SB 714 into law, delivering reforms that will make Illinois’ homeowners and auto insurance markets more transparent, equitable, and accountable to consumers. “For too long, Illinois working families have been forced to pay higher insurance bills without receiving a clear explanation of why their rates went up,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “That changes today. These commonsense reforms will bring greater transparency
EDWARDSVILLE - The Edwardsville Municipal Band will continue its summer concert season this week with KIDZ KONZERT, a family-friendly program featuring music from animated films and novelty selections at two free outdoor performances in Edwardsville. The first concert is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 6, at 7:30 p.m. at the Cleaon Etzkorn Bandstand in City Park. A second, bonus matinee performance will follow on Sunday, Aug. 9, at 4 p.m. at Leclaire Park. The program includes themes from animated
ALTON - Do you have questions about estate planning and taxes? A free dinner plans to help community members decode these issues. At 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, at The Wedge in Alton, Stephens Planning will partner with Goldenberg Heller & Antognoli, P.C., to share information about estate planning and how estate taxes can impact your family. Curtis Stephens and Liz Heller hope their combined 30 years of experience help attendees understand what they need to do to protect their assets
EFFINGHAM – The Illinois State Police (ISP) opened its newest Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) kiosk, providing real-time, in-person assistance to Illinoisans who need help with their Firearm Owner’s Identification (FOID) cards and Concealed Carry Licenses (CCL). The newest kiosk, located at the ISP Troop 9 headquarters in Effingham, was created to assist individuals experiencing difficulties with the online FOID and CCL website, or those without online access. The location an
CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul today announced a settlement with the entities responsible for distributing Posh, one of Illinois’ bestselling disposable vape brands. The settlement resolves allegations the entities violated the Illinois Youth Prevention Vaping Act by selling unauthorized flavored e-cigarettes and marketing those products in ways that are attractive to youth. “Today’s settlement ensures one of the most prolific vaping brands in Illinois will
CHICAGO – August marks National Black Business Month. Over the last seven years, Governor JB Pritzker’s support for Black-owned businesses has strengthened Illinois’ economy and delivered prosperity throughout the state. Under Gov. Pritzker’s leadership, Illinois has invested tens of millions of dollars in Black-owned businesses through the Back to Business (B2B) and Business Interruption grant programs. The governor also created a $10 million grant program for
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