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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) announced plans to distribute $3.6 million in fiscal year 2026 at the Everything Local conference in Springfield on Wednesday. The funds, which were appropriated in the FY26 state budget, will be used to support local food processing, aggregation, and distribution. Grants will be available for collaborative projects from $1,000 to $250,000 and for individual projects from $1,000 to $75,000. “Strong agriculture depends on

It's a very cold morning out there with wind chills about -5 to -15. After this cold start, temperatures only make it to about 20 degrees this afternoon and with the breeze it'll feel even colder. Overnight lows once again drop into the single digits but lighter winds should keep wind chill values in check. [...]

WASHINGTON (AP) — The partial government shutdown that started Saturday is vastly different from the record closure in the fall. That is mostly because the shutdown may not last long. The House will try to pass funding legislation quickly when lawmakers return Monday, and that would end the shutdown. Congress already has passed half this year’s funding bills, ensuring [...]

QUINCY - Quincy University released its Dean's List for the Fall 2025 semester. Honorees must earn a semester grade point average of at least 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) to be included in the biannual Dean's List. In total, 379 students received the honor during the Fall 2025 semester. Carrollton, Glen Carbon, and Jerseyville students were named to the list. The students are listed below. HOMETOWN, STATE; NAME Carrollton, IL Hannah Uhles Glen Carbon, IL Patrick Chism Jerseyville, IL

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. - The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is proud to recognize the outstanding academic achievements of the Blugolds who have earned a place on the Dean’s List. Their commitment to excellence exemplifies the highest standards of scholarship at UW-Eau Claire. Congratulations on this remarkable accomplishment. Edwardsville's Sam Wittek was named to the Dean's List at UW-Eau Claire. He is enrolled in the College of Business. To be eligible, a student must: - be in good

ST. LOUIS - St. Louis Downtown Airport (KCPS), a premier general aviation airport located just minutes from the Gateway Arch in St. Clair County, Illinois, grew in its role as a regional economic engine in 2025. Throughout the year, KCPS experienced significant tenant investments and improvements in airport infrastructure, while continuing to be an active regional player in workforce development and industry attraction. In 2025, the airport welcomed investments by tenants that augmented

WOOD RIVER - As Wood River prepares for the year ahead, Mayor Tom Stalcup and City Manager Steve Palen promise a few updates regarding Hollywood River Studios. In June 2025, Wood River received a $500,000 bid from Wood River Farm Investments LLC to purchase and develop a 105-acre site, formerly known as the EnviroTech Business Park or the Wood River Business Park, into Hollywood River Studios. The City Council approved a final $1 million offer from Wood River Farm Investments LLC

Chamber Project Saint Louis Presents “DANCE BREAK: Fancy Footwork” EDWARDSVILLE - Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s presentation of “DANCE BREAK: Fancy Footwork” on Wednesday, Jan. 28, was a collaboration between University Dance Company and Chamber Project Saint Louis. The vibrant stage show celebrated the powerful partnership between live music and dance. Inviting audiences to “shake your tail feathers,” the evening offered a global journey

GLEN CARBON – The Glen Carbon Police Department is getting new vehicles, vests, and an additional dispatcher with the Village Board’s recent approval. Trustees unanimously approved allowing the police department to exceed authorized manning for dispatchers by one position at their Jan. 27, 2026 meeting. Police Chief Todd Link explained that one of the department’s senior telecommunicators will be leaving the agency to move out of state within the next month or two. Given th

EDWARDSVILLE — Several members of the Madison County Sheriff’s Office were honored for their service and bravery at the 33rd annual SILEC/SIPCA Awards Banquet held recently. The event recognized law enforcement personnel for their dedication and professionalism in serving the community. Among the honorees from the Madison County Sheriff's Office were Telecommunicator Katie Ferguson, who received the Telecommunicator Award, and Patrol Deputies Joshua Bogle and Zachary Sellers,

WOOD RIVER/GRANITE CITY – Local authorities have charged two men from Wood River and Granite City in separate felony cases of domestic battery. William K. Kampmann III, 37, of Wood River, was charged on Jan. 23, 2026 with one count each of aggravated domestic battery (a Class 2 felony) and domestic battery (a Class 4 felony). On Jan. 21, 2026, Kampmann allegedly committed an act of domestic battery against a household or family member, knowingly causing the victim bodily harm. Charging

COLLINSVILLE - Renfro Elementary educational assistant Jennifer Cox was recognized today as January 2026 Kahok Educator of the Month. The award was presented by Renfro Principal Dr. Laura Bauer and local Benjamin F. Edwards financial advisor Jason Rehg. In her nomination of Ms. Cox, Dr. Bauer wrote: "Jennifer Cox deserves to be Kahok Educator of the Month because: She is an educational assistant who has the most amazing work ethic. She is a special education assistant who pushes int

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) pressed U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Doug Collins on his haphazard plans to restructure the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), which comes at a time when the VA is facing a severe staffing shortage as a direct result of the Trump Administration betraying our Veterans and removing 40,000 dedicated civil servants from the agency. During the U.S. Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee (SVAC)

CHICAGO, IL — Today, Governor Pritzker joined members of the philanthropic community, reproductive health leaders, and state leaders to announce the creation of the Prairie State Access Fund, a new initiative in partnership with the Michael Reese Health Trust to sustain and strengthen the reproductive health ecosystem across Illinois to ensure continued access for both residents of Illinois and those from across the country seeking abortion care. “The Trump Administration is leading

The proposed repeal of a property tax break for solar owners is sparking fierce opposition from those who say the benefit barely dents tax rolls.

The death penalty verdict was the culmination of a two-week death penalty trial led by the Missouri Attorney General's Office that featured dozens of witnesses.

FERGUSON, Mo. — Detectives from the St. Louis County Police Department’s Bureau of Crimes Against Persons are investigating a homicide that occurred Friday afternoon, Jan. 31, 2026, in the 1700 block of Windward Court in Ferguson. Officers from the Ferguson Police Department responded shortly before 4 p.m. to reports of shots fired. Upon arrival, they found an adult female suffering from at least one apparent gunshot wound. She was pronounced dead at the scene. The Ferguson Police