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EAST ALTON - Wieland, a cornerstone of the East Alton community for over a century and a leading global supplier of high-quality copper and copper alloy solutions, is excited to break ground on a significant modernization project. This initiative expands the facility's capabilities, enhances operational efficiency, and delivers even higher quality and reliability standards. The $500 million project underscores Wieland's dedication to technological advancement and its valued North American customer base while preserving its legacy as an essential employer in the area. "This investment positions Wieland as the undisputed leader in North American rolled products and underscores our commitment to the revitalization of American manufacturing," says Dr. Erwin Mayr, CEO of the Wieland Group. The plans include adding a state-of-the-art hot rolling mill that will enable Wieland to increase and improve the production of essential copper and copper alloy components. These components are crucial

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I don’t know if Trump believes this is what will finally score him a Nobel Peace Prize for him to wave around as proof of his impeccable deal-making skills, but while we wait for the world to get even worse, things are going to get a little less secure here in the United States. Here’s […]

It all started with rumors of an active shooter at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. Police report it was a fight that broke out, which caused confusion.

FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS – U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi has appointed Steven D. Weinhoeft to serve as Interim U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Illinois. Weinhoeft, returns to the role he held from 2018 to 2022, bringing decades of experience in federal law enforcement and complex litigation to the position. “I am honored and excited to return to this role to serve the people of the Southern District of Illinois,” said Weinhoeft. “I look forward to working with Attorney General Bondi, our talented team, and our law enforcement partners to uphold the rule of law with integrity and resolve.” Weinhoeft has served in the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Illinois since February 2008, holding multiple leadership roles, including United States Attorney (2018–2022), First Assistant U.S. Attorney, Chief of the Criminal Division, and Supervisor of the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force and Dangerous Drugs Division.

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)—a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation (CST)— and U.S. Representative Steve Cohen (D-TN-09) reintroduced legislation to help keep our kids safe as they travel to and from school. The School Bus Safety Act of 2025 would implement safety recommendations from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) to make school buses safer by ensuring there are seat belts at every seat and buses are equipped with safety measures like stability control and automatic braking systems. The bill would also create a grant program to help school districts modify school buses to meet these important safety modifications. “No parent should have to worry about the safety of their children when they get on a school bus—but school buses often lack seat belts and other basic safety equipment that every parent demands,” said Senator Duckworth. “Nothing is more important

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CAHOKIA HEIGHTS — A community is rallying to support a grieving family following the death of 15-year-old Charles E. Jones, who was fatally injured in a shooting on Saturday, February 22, 2025. The shooting incident occurred in the 100 block of Lazarcheff, and Jones succumbed to his injuries three days later, on Tuesday, February 25. In response to this tragedy, his sister, ShaMarla, has organized a GoFundMe campaign to assist with funeral expenses. She noted that the family did not have insurance for her brother. “No amount is too big or small and I appreciate any amount given,” ShaMarla stated in the campaign. She also provided an alternative method for contributions, stating, “If you don’t want to give through GoFundMe you can cash app $Destinymarj. Thank you for your support during this hard time.” The GoFundMe effort reflects the family's need for community support during this difficult period. To contribute to the GoFundMe for Charles E. Jones

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fly.pieter.com was initially made in just 30 minutes with AI tools and is now generating thousands of dollars a month. The future of AI-assisted game development will not be that simple.

As ecological concerns become increasingly urgent, this new exhibition at the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum brings into dialogue work by ten contemporary artists whose research-based practices are defined by […]

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SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) today announced that the Local Food Purchase Assistance Program (LFPA) and the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program (RFSI) can no longer operate in Illinois due to the Trump Administration cutting funding for the programs. Without explanation, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has informed states that it was ceasing reimbursements for any costs incurred after January 19, 2025. The USDA established the LFPA program to strengthen statewide food systems, using federal funds to buy food from growers and producers at fair market value that is distributed to communities in need at no cost. In Illinois, 883 community sites have distributed food from 176 farmers, 58% of whom meet the USDA definition for new farmers. In addition, Illinois is the only state committed to sourcing 100% of products from socially disadvantaged farmers. Illinois was approved to distribute $43 million under the course of the multi-year

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WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, led all Senate Judiciary Democrats in filing a professional misconduct complaint against Acting Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove with the New York State Bar. In a letter to the Attorney Grievance Committee of the First Judicial Department in New York, which handles complaints against lawyers whose offices are in Manhattan or the Bronx, the Senators cite reported inappropriate conduct by Bove involving the dismissal of charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. The Senators begin by expressing grave concern about actions taken by Bove and request a disciplinary investigation, writing: “We write to express our grave concern about actions taken by Emil Joseph Bove, III that may constitute serious professional misconduct under the New York State Unified Court System Rules of Professional Conduct. Since becoming Acting Deputy Attorney General for the U.S. Departmen

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Betty Rae’s Ice Cream plans to open a store in the region this summer with more on the way, company owner Matt Shatto said.

 Ever since Heart kicked off their Royal Flush tour in Las Vegas on Feb. 28, Ann Wilson has been performing in a wheelchair. But she's let fans know the reason she's in the…

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A Republican push to bar transgender Missourians from changing the sex on their birth certificates was briefly debated Wednesday morning by a state Senate committee. The bill’s sponsor, Republican state Sen. Mike Cierpiot of Lee’s Summit, said birth certificates reflect “facts on the day you were born” and should be unchangeable except in cases of […]

WOOD RIVER – The Wood River City Council will hold a special meeting on Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 5 p.m. to vote on changing the requirements to call for a special meeting. The agenda for the meeting, signed by Mayor Tom Stalcup on March 4, calls for just one item of business – to amend the requirements for a special meeting to be held by the City Council. Currently, special meetings can be called by the mayor or by two council members who submit their request in writing. The proposed amendment would require three council members to request a special meeting. This comes just two days after Councilman David Ayres called for a special meeting to be held next Monday, March 10, on the subject of firing City Manager Steve Palen. Ayres and Councilman Bill Dettmers had previously submitted written requests for a special meeting to be held on the subject of a forensic audit and independent investigation into the city over alleged mishandling of TIF funds and much more.

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On This Day, March 5, 2023…Gary Rossington, guitarist for Southern rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd, passed away at the age of 71.Rossington, who was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall…

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The shooting happened at about 8 p.m. Tuesday near Gregory J. Carter Park. A man was arrested at the scene.