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U.S. Sens. Josh Hawley, R-Missouri, and Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, sponsor legislation to establish hotline, improve counseling for emergency workers

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Mike Bost announced today that he will host Judy Repking of Effingham County, a board member of Effingham Area Right to Life and chair of the Bishop’s Pro-Life Committee, as his guest for President Trump’s Joint Address to Congress on Tuesday. Repking and her husband, Paul, have been dedicated advocates for pro-life causes in Effingham County for over two decades. “I was happy to invite Judy Repking to sit in the House gallery for President Trump’s Joint Address to Congress because you won’t find a stronger defender of unborn babies in Southeastern Illinois," said Bost . "Judy and Paul have worked hard to educate, inspire, and mobilize others in the fight for life. That’s precisely the type of selfless leadership I wanted to highlight on this very special occasion.” Bost will meet with the Repkings on the steps of the U.S. Capitol, welcome them to join him at a congressional joint hearing, and provide a

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A local franchisee of a Chicago-based sandwich chain has signed an expansion agreement.

The budget cuts are expected to include early retirement buyouts and possible layoffs along with the loss of degree programs.

You never think the worst thing imaginable can actually happen. But sometimes it does. And when it does there is not a moment to lose coming to terms with it so you can start to do what needs to be done to deal with it. Because whether you are suddenly facing being diagnosed with a […]

State Representative Wick Thomas today introduced a house bill that aims to repeal the same-sex marriage ban in the state of Missouri.

With support from Congressional funding and the REV Illinois program, Wieland North America is investing $500 million to propel advanced manufacturing modernization EAST ALTON – Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) celebrated the groundbreaking of Wieland’s modernized East Alton facility. The project is supported by a $5 million congressionally-directed Community Project Funding award and a Reimagining Energy and Vehicles in Illinois (REV Illinois) agreement. Wieland’s $500 million investment in this modernization project will retain 800 jobs throughout Illinois, enabling the company to increase production of critical copper and copper alloy components that are used in electric vehicles (EVs), EV charging infrastructure, and renewable energy production while supporting the state's clean energy economy. “Wieland has been a cornerstone of good-paying union jobs and economic growth in East Alton for over a century,” said Congresswoman

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Two people are in custody for allegedly opening fire at a student shortly after they stepped off a school bus in a targeted attack.

Tabari Freeman, 18, pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the death of Calvin Kelly, who was found in the 4200 block of Shreve Avenue.

HIGHLAND - GRID Solar is officially offering general electrical contracting services alongside solar, and this helps them create more efficient systems. Ryan Wagner, co-owner of GRID, explained that the business aims to help their customers get the most efficient energy systems. With a few “master electricians on staff,” Wagner said that they can help customers decode their energy bills and decide what kind of system is best for them. “It just opens up the number of services we can do for everybody,” he explained. “We always tell people, we’re trying to sell you as few panels as possible, not as many as we can get away with. If we can spend $1,000 putting more insulation in your attic and that saves you $3,000 by not needing that many panels, then that’s a wise use of your money and you should do that.” Wagner noted that traditionally, people view their house’s systems as separate from one another. Plumbing, HVAC and electrica

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The other shoe drops: The Trump administration has stopped financing new weapons sales to Ukraine and is considering freezing weapons shipments from U.S. stockpiles, moves that threaten Kyiv’s ability to fight at a critical time in its battle against Russian forces, current and former U.S. officials said. The shutdown of financing new weapons sales began ...continue reading "Trump plans to halt arms to Ukraine, sanctions on Russia"

BETHALTO — The Madison County State’s Attorney’s Office has filed multiple charges against two Bethalto residents, Blake M. Clemons, 35, and Ashley L. Rusk, 33, following an investigation into the dissemination of child pornography. The charges were presented on March 3, 2025, after a cybertip from the Illinois Attorney General’s Office prompted an inquiry by the Bethalto Police Department. Clemons faces 16 counts, including 11 counts of predatory criminal sexual assault of a child and five counts of child pornography, with all charges classified as Class X felonies except for one count of child pornography, which is classified as a Class 1 felony. Rusk is charged with 11 counts, including one count of predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, as well as multiple counts of permitting sexual abuse of a child, classified as Class 1 felonies. She also faces two counts of child pornography, classified as Class 2 felonies, and one count of sexual exploitation

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In April 2022, Rush’s Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson took part in two concerts celebrating the 25th anniversary of Comedy Central's South Park and now those shows are set to be…

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MDC was notified of activity on one of its data servers recently by its cybersecurity vendor. Here's what we know.

EDWARDSVILLE — Madison County State’s Attorney Tom Haine announced statements on Monday, March 2, 2025, after his office has charged two individuals with firing guns in the direction of a school bus. Daniel G. Coalan, 18, of Alton was charged with one count of Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm (class X felony), one count of Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm (class 1 felony), and two counts of Aggravated Unlawful Possession of Weapons (class 4 felony). The charges allege that he discharged a firearm in the direction of a school bus and in the direction of another person, and unlawfully possessed a 9mm handgun. Also charged in a juvenile case is a 16-year-old male from Wood River. The juvenile is charged with one count of Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm (class 1 felony) and two counts of Aggravated Unlawful Possession of Weapons (class 4 felony). The charges allege that he discharged a firearm in the direction of another person and unlawfully possessed a 9mm handgun with

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Pope Francis is recovering from pneumonia in both lungs, and several outlets have speculated that former St. Louis archbishop Raymond Leo Burke could be a candidate for the next pope, potentially making him the first American pope if selected.

A new Illinois bill would require parents notify their child's assigned school district if they choose to instead homeschool their student.

Restaurateur Natacha Douglas will feature plant-based food from her native France at La Vie Vegan Bistro in St. Charles’ historic district.