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A family of contracting companies is moving to a new headquarters, and one of the contractors has already completed its move.

EAST ST. LOUIS — Authorities continue to investigate the shooting death of 19-year-old Pfc. Byron Gettis Jr., a soldier in the United States Army Reserve, who was found dead in an alley on Sunday, March 8, 2025, in East St. Louis. Gettis, a resident of Fairview Heights, was reported missing by his mother, Latricia Gettis, after he failed to return home from a Friday night, March 7, 2025, outing and subsequently missed his Army Reserve drill over the weekend. Latricia Gettis expressed her concerns on Sunday morning, March 9, 2025, when she filed a missing persons report, stating that her instincts told her something was wrong. Tragically, her fears were confirmed hours later when police located her son in an alley near the 1700 block of Gay Avenue in East St. Louis, where he had been shot to death. Gettis had plans with the Army Reserve for deployment to Kuwait at the end of March. His family, friends, and fellow soldiers are now left heartbroken, mourning a young man described

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GRANITE CITY – State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) is joining an expert from the Illinois Attorney General’s Office to host a Free Senior Fraud Protection and Advocacy Seminar at the Nameoki Township Building next week. They will give a presentation and take questions from seniors on how to better protect themselves from fraud. This event is free and open to seniors. The event details are: Friday, March 14, 2025 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Nameoki Township Building 4250 Highway 162, Granite City This seminar will help seniors understand how to recognize potential fraud attempts, learn how to be ready and stop them, and how to use the Attorney General’s Senior Help Line. “We have to ensure that our seniors are equipped to deal with the ever-growing, sophisticated scams that target our vulnerable,” said Rep. Amy Elik. “That’s why I’m teaming up with an expert from the Attorney General’s office to make sure our seniors

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EAST ALTON – The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC) is inviting the community to view this year’s World Water Day Photo Contest exhibit, from 5-7 p.m., March 12, 2025, at the Field Station. With over 100 outstanding submissions, the selection process was more competitive than ever, according to Swarovski Foundation Water School USA Program Manager Jolena Pang. “A heartfelt thank you to our esteemed judges – Marty McKay, Jeffrey Vaughn and Rita Chu – for lending their expertise and providing detailed feedback on the submissions,” she said. “We invite the public to celebrate with us and admire the stunning artwork on display.” Each contestant will have at least one of their photographs printed and showcased in the exhibit. Overall Winner: Clarksville, MO Storm – Tammi Elbert Wildlife Category, 1st Place: Into the Light – Lonnie Gatlin Runner-up: Reflection on Ellis Bay –

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St. Louis County Executive Sam Page proudly revealed the flag created by José Garza and Hayveyah McGowan.

On This Day, March 12, 1971…The Allman Brothers Band kicked off a two night stand at the Fillmore East in New York City.The shows were recorded and later released as…

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Now U.S. attorney for Washington, Martin wants all felon-in-possession gun cases to be handled in federal courts, where convictions bring hefty prison terms

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)—a member of the U.S. Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee (SVAC)—joined CNN’s Jake Tapper to underscore the urgent need to pass her Protecting Veteran Jobs Act , legislation she introduced yesterday alongside Senator Andy Kim (D-NJ) that would reinstate Veterans who were fired from their jobs as part of Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s indiscriminate purge of federal employees. Veterans make up more than 30 percent of the federal workforce and it is estimated that Trump and Musk have already fired more than 6,000 of those men and women who have served in uniform. Video of the full interview can be found on the Senator’s YouTube . Key Quotes : “My legislation would allow Veterans to get their jobs back…There are Veterans on the other side of the aisle, and I certainly have never heard a single one of my Republican colleagues say that they don’t

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EDWARDSVILLE – State Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) is offering an exciting opportunity for undergraduate students to gain hands-on experience in government, and public affairs through a Legislative Internship at her district office in Edwardsville. “This is a great opportunity for students who are passionate about public service and want to make a difference in their community,” said Senator Harriss. “Interns will play a vital role in engaging with constituents and ensuring everyone’s voices are heard in the 56th District.” This paid internship will allow students to connect directly with constituents through various forms of community outreach. Interns will develop valuable communication and problem-solving skills while gaining insight into the legislative process. Students may also apply for academic credit based on their university’s guidelines. Those interested in applying or seeking more information should contact Haden Jones,

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) released the following statement on her vote against House Republicans' Continuing Resolution. “Rather than support working people, this bill creates a taxpayer-funded slush fund for President Trump and Elon Musk to use at their discretion, slashing billions in funding for veterans’ toxic exposure claims under the PACT Act, and opening the door to cuts in essential veteran health programs, including those for homelessness, mental health, opioid support, oncology, and caregiver services,” said Congresswoman Budzinski. “This bill prioritizes billionaires like Elon Musk over our veterans and critical projects in Illinois’ 13th district – projects to reduce sewage overflows in Cahokia Heights, improve public transportation in Champaign, replace hazardous lead service lines in Harristown, and more. The choice is simple – I can’t vote to hand over more unchecked

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EAST ST. LOUIS - On Saturday, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) was joined by elected officials, community leaders, and representatives of organized labor from the Metro East area in East St. Louis to discuss the importance of protecting Medicaid and Social Security for Illinoisans. Congressman Krishnamoorthi also participated in a walk-through tour of the Clyde C. Jordan Senior Center and spoke directly with seniors who would be most impacted by any potential cuts to critical social programs. “Over the course of the nearly 10,000 words in President Donald Trump’s record-long 100-minute address to Congress, he did not mention one extremely important word a single time: Medicaid,” Congressman Krishnamoorthi said. “I noticed it, and I’m sure the 3.4 million Illinoisans who rely on Medicaid for their health care did too. The efforts of the president and his allies to cut Medicaid, Social Security, SNAP, and other essential programs are dangerous, extreme,

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)—a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation (CST) and Ranking Member of the CST Aviation Subcommittee—issued the following statement after the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) unveiled a preliminary report on the horrific DCA aircraft collision that occurred on January 29, 2025: “I’m thankful for the NTSB’s work to uncover the facts and circumstances that led to the horrific DCA aircraft collision that killed 67 people. As a former Blackhawk pilot who has flown incredibly complex airspaces like the one around DCA, I support the NTSB’s emergency recommendations that aim to strengthen precautions and keep the flying public safe. “Safety is of paramount importance, and it’s as clear as ever that we need a well-trained and well-staffed FAA to help make flying safer—not firing thousands in our aviation workforce and draining

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Roland Clubb, 80, a neighbor of St. Raphael the Archangel in the quiet St. Louis Hills neighborhood, has been charged with second-degree assault.

The shooting happened some time before 8 a.m. Wednesday in the city's Hamilton Heights neighborhood.

BETHALTO - Village of Bethalto officials and Bethalto Community Unit School District #8 Board of Education candidates shared their platforms at a recent forum. On Tuesday, March 11, 2025, community members gathered at the Bethalto Senior Center for the forum, hosted by the Bethalto Chamber of Commerce. The village candidates, who are running uncontested, introduced themselves. The Board of Education candidates introduced themselves and answered five questions. There are nine Board of Education candidates and four available seats. Dana Aronin, Tom Beiermann, Natalie Langenfeld-McCoy and Sharon Rothe are defending their seats. Michael Kirby, Desiree Potter, Samantha Pritchett, Amanda Winn and Dallas Zimmerman are the challengers. Tom Beiermann was unable to attend the forum. Beiermann has served on the Board of Education for 35 years. Jane Balsters Ahasay, who organized the forum with the Bethalto Chamber of Commerce, shared a statement from him. “I would very much

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Officers responded to the 5500 block of Wells Avenue, due north of Forest Park and about a block south of Martin Luther King Drive.