The FBI is currently flying at half-staff. A bunch of its field agents are now just immigration officers, thanks to this administration’s desire to eject as many brown people from countries south of our border from the US as possible. But there are enough people left in the FBI to go after the brown people […]
VENICE — Governor JB Pritzker joined the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and regional leaders Thursday to break ground on a new grocery store in Venice, part of the Illinois Grocery Initiative aimed at expanding access to fresh and affordable food in underserved communities. The project, supported by a $2.4 million state grant and private funding, marks a significant step toward revitalizing Venice, a city currently classified as a food desert. “Every
Robert Plant's appearance on The Late Show Tuesday turned into a surprise J.R.R. Tolkien nerd-fest.In speaking with host Stephen Colbert, the Led Zeppelin icon was asked about living in the same…
EAST ST. LOUIS — East St. Louis School District 189 recently spotlighted Dr. Craige Edwards, the new principal of Mason/Clark Middle School, in recognition of Principal Appreciation Month. Dr. Edwards, who joined the district last month, brings extensive leadership experience to his role. Since his arrival in East St. Louis, Dr. Edwards has focused on fostering a positive school culture, supporting staff members, and promoting student achievement. The East St. Louis School District
Most estate attorneys offer a flat fee for core documents, but that fee typically does not include combing through each investment or bank account to verify ownership, titling, and beneficiary designations. That’s where a financial professional adds value as a first step—so you arrive at your attorney meeting confident that your accounts are accurate and summarized for easy evaluation while the attorney determines the best legal documents for your situation. What a financial-first
For this exhibition, the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum spotlights more than 50 works from the Shah Garg Collection, which is committed to amplifying the voices and visions of women […]
GRANITE CITY – A Granite City man faces a felony charge after allegedly repeatedly firing a weapon in a reckless manner. Anthony M. Johnson Jr., 27, of Granite City, was charged on Oct. 29, 2025, with a Class 4 felony count of reckless discharge of a firearm. Johnson allegedly knowingly discharged a firearm in a reckless manner on Sept. 26, 2025, endangering the bodily safety of a nearby individual by firing the weapon in close proximity to the victim. A petition to deny Johnson’s
After taking it to the streets, The Doobie Brothers are now taking it to NPR's Tiny Desk.The Doobies crammed into the performance series' famously intimate setup to play a set of…
TROY — The Troy Police Department is honoring veterans throughout November by wearing Veterans Day appreciation bracelets, the department announced. The Troy Police Department said the initiative is intended to show support and gratitude to all who have served in the military. Troy Police personnel may be seen wearing the bracelets during the month as a symbol of recognition for veterans’ service to the country. In addition, the department is offering a limited number of fre
BELLEVILLE — The Belleville Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, in the 1900 block of Lebanon Avenue, resulting in a juvenile suspect being taken into custody the following day. Officers responded at approximately 4:20 p.m. Tuesday after receiving reports of gunfire in the area. Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots and saw an individual fleeing the scene. Upon arrival, police found evidence consistent with a shooting and made