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City targets 100 properties for cleanup in East St. Louis

1 month 2 weeks ago
East St. Louis has launched a major cleanup effort this week to demolish 10 abandoned and blighted homes across the city. The work is part of a larger city plan targeting a total of 100 city-owned properties for cleanup and removal.
Taylor Harris

Godfrey Officials Considering More Funding To Address Flooding

1 month 2 weeks ago
GODFREY – Godfrey may dedicate millions in emergency reserve funds to combat flooding affecting local homeowners pending future village approval. Godfrey resident Kaitlyn Chapman asked trustees at the Sept. 15, 2026 Village Board meeting what it would take to get a plan in place to address flooding in the village. Citing previous claims from Mayor Mike McCormick that the village “is in great financial shape,” she questioned why funds placed in reserves for emergencies are

A sweeping college sports overhaul bill clears early hurdle in Senate vote

1 month 2 weeks ago
WASHINGTON (AP) — A bill that proposes to fix some of the biggest problems in college sports — spiraling spending, constant lawsuits and a transfer portal run amok — cleared a major hurdle Tuesday when the Senate voted 74-24 to halt debate and move the measure one step closer to a final up-or-down vote. The [...]
MARY CLARE JALONICK and EDDIE PELLS, Associated Press