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ELSAH - Principia College’s mediation team recently won big at the Fourth Annual International Academy of Dispute Resolution (INADR) Conciliator Tournament. John Williams, J.D., is a professor at Principia, the previous Principia College president, and the current mediation team coach. He recently stopped by “Our Daily Show!” with C.J. Nasello to talk about the art of mediation and the students’ success at the INADR tournament. “Mediation is an alternative to litigation and going to court,” Williams explained. “Why not find a way of resolving your conflicts where you bring the pressure down? Bring in a mediator who’s a nonpartisan sort of person with the skill to build trust and work with the two sides to find something mutual.” Williams noted that there are a lot of reasons why a person or company might want to avoid going to court. Mediation offers an alternative way to resolve disputes. In a mock case, like

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EDWARDSVILLE – St. Patrick’s Day will be here before we know it, bringing with it parades, parties, green beer and more to communities throughout the state. To remind motorists of the dangers of impaired driving and to help keep our streets safe, the Edwardsville Police Department is teaming up with the Illinois State Police and Illinois Department of Transportation for a stepped-up traffic safety campaign. “With St. Patrick’s Day falling on a Monday this year, we expect increased celebrations throughout the weekend prior,” said Lt. Brandn Whittaker. “We urge everyone to celebrate responsibly. Please plan ahead for a sober ride home before you leave the house — your safety and the safety of others depend on it.” In addition to looking for alcohol- and cannabis-impaired drivers, the Edwardsville Police will be stepping up seat belt enforcement, particularly at night when seat belt usage rates are lowest. Speeding, distracted driving and

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EDWARDSVILLE - SIUE Lovejoy Library will host a special Lunar New Year event. At 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 6, 2025, students, faculty, staff and community members are invited to Lovejoy Library to celebrate the Year of the Snake. The event will include a lecture on the history of the holiday, a kung fu demonstration, an origami station and the lion dance. “It’s very important,” said Simone Williams, Diversity and Engagement Librarian at SIUE. “This is also to celebrate our Asian students, faculty and staff and anybody in the community. It’s just so they can see themselves represented on campus and in the community.” Attendees are encouraged to stop by the Information Desk on the first floor of the library to pick up a red envelope, which traditionally represents good fortune. There will also be a book display with several books that cover Asian history and culture. Williams noted that this is the first year that Lovejoy Library has hosted

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Issue on April 8 ballot would allow County Council to replace department heads. Originally, proposal also aimed at allowing council to remove County Executive

A bill backed by the hemp industry that would impose age restrictions on their products was resoundingly rejected Tuesday evening by a Missouri House committee after product safety requirements were removed.  The bill, sponsored by Republican state Rep. Ben Baker of Neosho, would place an age restriction on the purchase of intoxicating hemp products, such […]

Last month, U.S. Attorney Rachelle Aud Crowe stepped down from the post, effective Feb. 18. A former Illinois state senator, she was appointed in 2022 by then-President Joe Biden, a Democrat.

Soaring egg prices has some thinking about owning backyard chickens, but a recently passed state law is causing confusion.

Two founders of a St. Louis-based nonprofit were indicted by a federal grand jury, accused of stealing over $7 million from a federally funded program intended to feed low-income children in Missouri.

Third District detectives need help identifying and locating the suspects pictured below. They are wanted for vandalizing a SLMPD mobile camera at S. 9th Street & Lafayette Avenue during Mardi Gras on March 1, 2025. Anyone with a tip about this incident who wants to remain anonymous and is interested in a possible cash reward […]

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Superintendent Tanya Patton said the reductions "will affect every building and every office within our district."

Looking for a fish fry to fulfill your meatless Friday needs? 5 On Your Side has you covered with our 2025 guide.

O’FALLON — The 42nd Annual Hoyleton Honors celebration took place last Friday evening, Feb. 28, 2025, at the Regency Conference Center in O'Fallon, IL., showcasing the work of Hoyleton Youth and Family Services under the theme "Be the Light." The event highlighted the organization’s commitment to assisting clients and families in navigating challenging circumstances toward brighter futures. The evening featured a cocktail hour, silent auction, dinner, live auction, and a paddle raise, all aimed at supporting Hoyleton's programs and services. The event concluded with music and dancing, providing a festive atmosphere for attendees. Hoyleton’s annual fundraising celebration serves as an opportunity to recognize individuals and partner organizations that have significantly contributed to the mission over the past year. Among this year’s honorees was St. Paul UCC Church in Floraville, which received the Mission Companion title for its contributions toward securin

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Former state senator's crackdown comes on heels of sexual assault charges filed in January in St. Charles County against rideshare driver with expired visa

Former Eagles guitarist Don Felder recently announced plans to release a new solo album this year, and now he’s sharing details of the album.The rocker is set release his fourth solo album,…

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Jane's Addiction's Dave Navarro and Billy Idol guitarist Billy Morrison have announced a rescheduled date for the 2025 edition of their Above Ground benefit concert.The show is now set to…

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ALTON - The Alton Band and Orchestra Builders (ABOB) will host their annual virtual auction later this month. The Music Matters Virtual Auction begins on March 27 and ends on March 29, 2025. All proceeds will go back to ABOB to support local students in the Alton Community Unit School District #11 music program. The organization noted that they are still looking for donations and sponsors ahead of the auction. “ABOB, with the support of its generous donors, ensures that all kids in the Alton School District, regardless of financial resources, are able to experience the joy of playing an instrument,” said Jodi Baum, chairperson for the auction. “It’s incredible to see just how many kids come through the music program in the Alton district every year.” The auction will utilize the Zeffy Fundraising Platform, and 100% of proceeds will go back to ABOB. In addition to countless baskets and services that are up for auction, a few lucky winners will also

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ALTON - Rebecca “Becky” Cowart cares about the future, so she acts today. Cowart, one of the YWCA’s ten 2025 Women of Distinction, will be honored at the Y’s annual gala for her commitment to the community. Cowart is involved in several local organizations, from the YWCA to the NAACP, and she shared that her mission to get involved started with her own children, ages 9, 8 and 1. “My children are the most important children in the world to me,” she said. “Essentially because of them, I’ve made choices because I want them to experience community and I want them to experience a diverse community so that they can see the importance of making space, celebrating, respecting and learning from diversity.” Cowart homeschools her children and makes sure they are involved in the community through initiatives like Diverse Story, a YWCA program that offers storytimes with diverse characters and books that kids can take home. She also

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) testified before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government about President Trump’s proposal to dissolve the USPS’s bipartisan Board of Governors and place the agency under the Department of Commerce, with further threats to privatize the organization. She also discussed the impact of the proposed consolidation of Processing and Distribution Centers – like the ones in Springfield and Champaign, Illinois – and outgoing Postmaster General DeJoy’s Local Transportation Optimization (LTO) plan. If implemented, the LTO plan would reduce the frequency of mail pickups from local post offices that are more than 50 miles away from a Regional Processing and Distribution Center, leading to delayed outgoing mail from rural communities. WATCH HERE: Budzinski Testifies on Danger of USPS Privatization Budzinski’s testimony as submitted

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The case is one of two the local firm has initiated on behalf of more than 200,000 employees over management of their retirement plans.