ALTON – A sex offender with an Alton address faces a felony charge after reportedly failing to register with the local Chief of Police. Terrance T. Holmes, 32, of Alton, was charged on Nov. 10, 2025 with one count of violating the Sex Offender Registration Act, a Class 3 felony. On Oct. 7, 2025, Holmes allegedly failed to register as a sex offender with the Chief of the Alton Police Department, the municipality in which he resides or is temporarily domiciled for a period of three or mor
ALTON — The Great Rivers Choral Society will present “A Silver Glow,” the second concert series of its 25th anniversary year, offering a selection of holiday music under the direction of Music Director Raynard Brown. The non-profit chorus, dedicated to fostering music appreciation, will perform three concerts in December to celebrate the festive season. The performances are scheduled for Friday, Dec. 12, at 7 p.m. at Upper Alton Baptist Church; Saturday, Dec. 13, at 3 p.m. a
What if the greatest barrier to peace and progress in our world is not a lack of resources or technology, but simply our inability to accept and respect differences? Tolerance—often taken for granted—is a vital social glue that holds diverse societies together. The International Day for Tolerance, observed annually on November 16, serves as a powerful reminder of this truth, encouraging individuals and communities worldwide to embrace understanding over division. Understanding Tolerance:
SPRINGFIELD – As hunters across Illinois prepare for the upcoming firearm deer season, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) urges them to use safety harnesses when hunting from tree stands in the field. Tree stands are the No. 1 source of hunting-related accidents and fatalities in Illinois. In 2024, 70% of hunting incidents reported to IDNR were the result of tree stand-related accidents, including failure to use a fall arrest system. One fall resulted in a fatality
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) is proud to announce that 21 Illinois community colleges have been named among the nation’s top 200 two-year institutions eligible to compete for the $1 million 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. The prestigious award recognizes outstanding student outcomes, including retention, program completion, transfer and bachelor’s-degree attainment. The inclusion of nearly half the community colleges in Illinois
SPRINGFIELD – Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs announced today that Illinois’ Bright Start 529 College Savings Plan has earned its 7th Gold rating from independent analyst Morningstar, firmly placing the plan among the best in the nation. “To be touted as one of the nation’s best by Morningstar for the seventh time under my watch confirms from an independent source that Illinois’ 529 College Savings plans are a great investment for Illinois families,”
SPRINGFIELD – As winter weather approaches, Illinois residents are reminded to prepare for the possibility of snow, ice, and dangerously cold temperatures. This week marks National Winter Weather Preparedness Week, a timely opportunity for individuals, families, and communities to plan ahead for the challenges the season can bring. The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) is partnering with the National Weather Service (NWS) to urge everyone t
In Florida, a new pilot program teaches doulas how to prepare pregnant people for hurricanes, flooding, and extreme heat — addressing a growing climate and maternal health crisis.
Shirley Washington, a beloved Fox 2 anchor, was honored with the prestigious Living Legend Award by the National Association of Black Journalists' St. Louis Chapter last night. The award ceremony took place at Saint Louis University, where Washington was recognized for her outstanding contributions to television news and her remarkable service to the St. Louis [...]
ST. LOUIS - A cold front has dropped through the region bringing the return of cooler air and ending our two-day stretch of near record warmth. Sunday will still be mild by mid-November standards with temperatures in the upper 50s to near 60 and lots of sun. Overnight lows will once again be chilly, dropping [...]
ST. LOUIS - Firefighters successfully extinguished two separate fires overnight in St. Louis, one at a large warehouse in North City and another at a multi-purpose building in the Southampton neighborhood. The St. Louis Fire Department responded to a two-story warehouse in the North Riverfront area that was fully engulfed in flames. The fire was [...]
Vikram Lakhwara will provide mentorship and help teach founders how to fundraise with confidence and build sustainable growth through T-Rex’s new investor-in-residence initiative.
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