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CHICAGO – The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) , the state’s college access and financial aid agency, is pleased to host the 15th annual College Changes Everything® (CCE) Conference on Thursday, July 17, 2025 from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm at the Tinley Park Convention Center. The State's preeminent college access and career readiness event, sponsored by ISAC and statewide partners, brings together a diverse audience from across Illinois and beyond to focus on educational opportunity and student success. This year’s conference theme will focus on building community and inspiring hope. In these uncertain times, hope is a critical anchor enabling people to navigate challenges with resilience and purpose and with a sense of belonging and community. “Our students are part of the fabric of our communities, and they are our future,” said ISAC Executive Director Eric Zarnikow . “When schools, families, community organizations, neighbors,

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Two men have been charged with first-degree homicide in connection with the death of Richard Frank John Hernandez.

Last year Aetna, in collaboration with the MO AFL-CIO Worker Wellness Initiative and Construction Forum, hosted a three-part series on mental health in the construction workplace. The series was well received and is being reprised, with the first of three events scheduled for July 29th. That program, “Psychological Safety and Culture of Care,” will be […]

The post First of Free Series on Employee Mental Health Set for July 29th appeared first on Construction Forum.

ALTON – A “repeat felony offender” found hiding in the attic of an Alton home faces new felonies for illegal weapon possession. Shaquille R. Kirkendoll, 32, of Alton, was charged on June 30, 2025 with one count each of possession of a firearm by a repeat felony offender (a Class X felony), felony in possession of a weapon (both Class 2 felonies). On June 26, 2025, Kirkendoll allegedly unlawfully possessed a Smith & Wesson M&P 9mm pistol and a Taurus G3C pistol, as well as multiple rounds of 9mm, .380, and .45 caliber ammunition. Kirkendoll’s possession of the weapons and ammo was illegal given his prior convictions of first degree robbery in St. Louis City Circuit Court from 2011 and felon in possession of a firearm in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri in 2021. He was also on parole or mandatory supervised release at the time of these latest offenses. According to the state’s petition to deny his pretrial release from custody,

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The Pretenders made a surprise appearance during Bill Burr’s comedy show in London on Wednesday.Frontwoman Chrissie Hynde shared the news on her Facebook page, writing that Burr had asked them…

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President Donald Trump’s deportation plans could cost nearly 6 million jobs, according to an analysis released Thursday. If successful, Trump’s goal of deporting 4 million people over four years will cost jobs held by both immigrants and U.S.-born workers, according to the left-leaning Economic Policy Institute. EPI’s analysis found California, Florida, New York and Texas […]

EDWARDSVILLE - Renowned area artist Rocky Pardo is back with mixed metal fine art jewelry entries in the upcoming Edwardsville Art Fair set for Sept. 25-28, 2025, at Edwardsville City Park. Artist #1 Artist Name: Rocky Pardo Medium: Jewelry Artist Statement: "I create mixed metal fine art jewelry with an emphasis on silver, gold, and the creation of my own precious metal alloys. I use a variety of techniques including hand fabrication, forming, alloying, reticulation, soldering, and stone setting to manipulate metal into miniature wearable skyscapes. "I put a high priority on ethically-sourced metals and gemstones, often recycling and reusing my own metal. I hand-select various precious and semi-precious gemstones to create and emphasize balance in my pieces. "My designs are driven by the desire to strike a balance between the rough and refined, creating effortlessly elegant pieces that are comfortable and easy to wear. I enjoy mixing metals with age-old techniques

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On June 18th, 2025, around 12:40AM, District 4 officers responded to a call regarding a person hit by a car on I-70.

The post UPDATE: Pedestrian Killed While Crossing I-70 appeared first on St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department.

BELLEVILLE - Belleville East High School students earned recognition at the recent Art on the Square event in Belleville, with six of the school's 56 participating artists winning awards out of 250 total entries. Belleville East's Aubrey Heins, a rising senior, distinguished herself by receiving six awards for her colored pencil drawing titled "Hope Persists." Heins captured the following honors at the Art On The Square event: Art on the Square Award of Excellence. Art on the Square Artist’s Choice Award. Art on the Square Founders Award. Art on the Square People’s Choice Award. Jane Pusa Memorial Award. Gateway East Artists Guild Award. The event, which drew over 100 artists, the Art on the Square committee, and approximately 4,000 visitors, featured 40 awards in total. Belleville East secured 11 of those honors. Belleville East's school community expressed pride in all the participating artists for their dedication to creating impactful artwork. Additionally,

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Mayor Cara Spencer said the money would pay for home repairs, rental assistance and resource hubs distributing supplies, among other things.

QEM "Big Red Day" on July 11th We're celebrating our First Responders with "Big Red Day" from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. Be One of the First 200 Kids to Receive a Firefighter Fun Helmet! Bring the whole family and join us for fun and excitement! Get creative with our coloring activities Climb aboard real fire engines and snap photos with our incredible professional firefighters Enjoy up-close experiences with fire trucks DJ and so much more! Think you have what it takes to win? Enter our very first QEM Inaugural Cornhole Tournament for your chance to take home the trophy and a $500 cash prize. Proceeds from the night event will benefit the QEM Fire Protection District. Firework Fridays & Family Fun Nights on July 11th Experience Family Fun Night on July 11th from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. with a spectacular fireworks show! You can play all day and night with a Season Pass or a full day admission ticket. The evening admission at 6 pm is $24.99. Sensory Sundays at Raging Rivers o

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A teenager accused in a deadly road rage shooting in Jennings earlier this year now faces criminal charges.

Winfield's 1,500 residents have water again a day after the town's water supply was disrupted by a broken valve.

ST. LOUIS – Today, Mayor Cara Spencer announced a plan to invest $19.2 million in the next phase of recovery from the May 16 tornado. She also announced a new contract to scale up the City’s debris removal efforts. This plan is for $19.2 million, including $18 million in allocated Rams funds and $1.2 million in Community Development Block Grant funds. Those funds will support efforts in the following areas. $2.5 million for resource hubs needs such as meals and supplies, including coolers, port-a-potties, dumpsters, and more. $2.2 million for unmet needs such as storage of personal belongings, rental assistance, and non-congregate temporary housing. $5 million for home repairs for uninsured and underinsured. $3.5 million for case management, mental health, and legal services. $1 million to provide cooling through water stations and water sprinklers. Up to $5 million for non-profit support, including for resource hub and distribution staffing. “The

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ALTON - On July 10, 1925, Winkler Tire Service filling station opened at Seventh and Belle Streets in Alton, complete with a bear cage. “Winkler said that he noticed long ago when autos came up to get gas the process was tiresome to the children.” His solution was to build a bear cage and place two real live bear cubs in it. There was a water feature for them to play in and trees to climb. A smaller section of the cage also contained squirrels. In addition to the animal entertainment, Winkler had a big balloon floating over the lot for the opening and 2,000 small balloons to hand out to children. “The bears were the main attraction, especially for the children, but many of the elders went through the fire proof building.” The new filling station was fireproof, with concrete floors, brick walls and metal lath construction. The station also had a ladies’ restroom and a men’s restroom, a telephone for use by the public, a Western Union clock, and

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