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Breese Woman Dies After Fatal Crash Into Pond

6 months 3 weeks ago
CLINTON COUNTY — A 59-year-old woman from Breese died after her vehicle crashed into a pond in rural Clinton County. The incident occurred early Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025, near the 15000 block of Rod and Gun Road, just north of Breese. The victim - Susan K. Hilmes - was later pronounced deceased at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Breese. Steven A. Hilmes, 65, her husband, was treated at the hospital for injuries. According to the Clinton County Sheriff's Office, a 911 call reported that the car failed to make a turn at an intersection and subsequently entered the pond. The passenger in the vehicle was able to escape and made multiple attempts to rescue his wife by diving into the cold water; however, he was unsuccessful. The sheriff's office noted that the vehicle was found upside down, with only its rear wheels visible above the surface. After three unsuccessful attempts to save her, the passenger sought help at a nearby residence. Upon arrival, first responders discovered that

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Firefighters' Institute for Racial Equality starts EMT scholarship fund

6 months 3 weeks ago
The Firefighters Institute for Racial Equality (F.I.R.E.) Retirees has launched a scholarship fund named after Captain George Baker to support aspiring EMTs and Paramedics, with partnerships with the Northeast Ambulance and Fire Protection District and Forest Park Community College & Foundation.
Kelley Hoskins

Reducing federal dollars for Medicaid expansion could cut millions from the rolls

6 months 3 weeks ago
Depending on how states respond, a Republican proposal circulating on Capitol Hill that would slash the 90% federal contribution to states’ expanded Medicaid programs would end coverage for as many as 20 million people — or cost states $626 billion over the next decade to keep them on the rolls, according to a new analysis. […]
Shalina Chatlani

Tim's Travels: The Meow Market

6 months 3 weeks ago
ALTON, Ill. - Tim Ezell traveled to Alton to preview the Meow Market happening at the Old Bakery Beer Company, located at 400 Landmarks Boulevard. While at the venue, Ezell got the opportunity to talk with Meowtown Co-Founder Kristine Ressler and Old Bakery Beer Company Owner Lauren Pattan. The Meow Market is set to take [...]
Tim Ezell