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Lane Closures Announced On U.S. 50 Near Carlyle

7 months ago
CARLYLE – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that intermittent daytime lane closures will take place on U.S. 50 at Prairie Branch Creek, 1.1 miles east of Huey Road in Clinton County, weather permitting, on Tuesday, Sept. 2. The lane closures are necessary for the evaluation of pavement conditions. Drivers are urged to reduce speed, be alert for changing conditions, obey all signage and refrain from using mobile devices while approaching and traveling through the work zone. For IDOT District 8 updates, follow us on the social media platform X at @IDOTDistrict8 or view area construction details on IDOT’s traveler information map on GettingAroundIllinois.com.

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Missouri judge weighing whether new abortion ban should appear on 2026 ballot

7 months ago
A Cole County judge heard arguments Wednesday over whether a proposed ban on abortion set to go to voters next year should be thrown out or revised over a provision targeting gender-affirming care for minors.  The ACLU of Missouri believes the proposal, which was drafted by state lawmakers, violates the state constitution because it includes […]
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City of Alton and Alton Police Department Announce Security Measures for 2025 Alton Expo

7 months ago
ALTON - The City of Alton is excited to announce the return of the annual Alton Expo, set to take place at the Alton Amphitheater from Thursday, September 4 through Sunday, September 7, 2025. The Expo will once again feature live entertainment, carnival rides, games, and a variety of fair food favorites, bringing families and visitors together for a weekend of fun. As with every major event in Alton, the safety and security of attendees remain a top priority. The Alton Police Department will have a large police presence at the Expo, supplemented by private security staff provided for all Amphitheater events. In addition, the City of Alton is continuing a security measure that has been in place for the past few years: • Anyone 17 years of age and under must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian while attending the Expo. • Individuals under 18 who arrive unaccompanied will not be permitted to stay at the event. This policy was first implemented in 2023 and has consistently

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Raoul Highlights Medical Consensus Against Conversion Therapy for Youth

7 months ago
CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general defending a Colorado law that prohibits licensed health care professionals from practicing conversion “therapy” on minors. Conversion “therapy,” also called sexual orientation or gender identity change efforts, is a harmful and ineffective practice that attempts to change a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity. In an amicus brief filed in the U.S. Supreme Court in support of Colorado’s law, Raoul and the coalition argue that conversion therapy is not a safe or effective treatment for any condition, puts youth at risk of serious harms, including increased risks of suicide and depression, and falls below the standard of care for mental health practitioners. “Leading medical organizations all agree – conversion therapy is a dangerous practice that jeopardizes the safety and health of LGBTQ+ youth,” Raoul said. “I will continue

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East Alton-Wood River High School Announces 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees

7 months ago
WOOD RIVER — East Alton-Wood River High School will honor the newest inductees to the Oiler Alumni Hall of Fame at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025. The event will take place in Memorial Gym and will include a dinner and awards presentation. The 2025 Hall of Fame class includes Doug Booten (Class of 1987), Neil Enloe (Class of 1956), Tyler Martin (Class of 1987), Col. Dustin Richards (Class of 1997), Dr. Katie Richards (Class of 2002), Mike Ringering (Class of 1984), Dave Sever (Class of 1977), and Dr. Kerry Studnicki (Class of 1999). Tickets for the dinner are available to the general public for $20 each. They may be purchased starting Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025, at the EAWR High School Main Office from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on student attendance days. This year’s ceremony will differ from previous inductions by featuring informal interviews with each inductee. Additionally, the event venue has been moved to Memorial Gym.

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