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Man robbed in Jeff-Vander-Lou

1 year 3 months ago

District 4 is investigating a carjacking that happened just before 7:30p.m. on December 13 in the 3600 block of Hebert. A 59-year-old man told officers he was sitting in his parked Chevy Equinox. A man knocked on his window with a gun, demanding the 59-year-old out of the car. The man took the 59-year-old’s belongings […]

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Man and woman robbed in Benton Park

1 year 3 months ago

District 3 is investigating a carjacking that happened at 10:00p.m. on December 13 in the 1500 block of Menard. A 23-year-old man and 30-year-old woman told officers they were approached by a man wearing a black face mask and all black clothing. The man pointed a gun at them and demanded their belongings. The man […]

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Homicide investigating death in Dutchtown

1 year 3 months ago

Homicide detectives are investigating a suspicious death, after a man was found dead on December 13, just before midnight in the 3200 block of Dakota. The man was found on the floor of the apartment and pronounced by EMS. Further details to come. Anyone with information is urged to call the Homicide Division directly at […]

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Civic Memorial High School Announces All-State Vocalist Elliana Fiorino

1 year 3 months ago
BETHALTO - Civic Memorial High School student Elliana Fiorino has been selected for the Illinois Music Education Association (ILMEA) All-State Honors Chorus, a distinction that recognizes her as one of the top high school vocalists in the state. The announcement was made recently, highlighting her dedication and talent in music. The ILMEA All-State Honors Chorus is a prestigious group that showcases the best vocalists from across Illinois. Fiorino’s selection reflects her hard work and commitment to excellence in her craft. As a member of this elite ensemble, she will represent Civic Memorial High School at a high level, furthering her musical journey. “This remarkable achievement showcases Elliana’s dedication and talent,” said a representative from Civic Memorial High School. “We are proud to have her as part of our Eagle family.” Fiorino’s accomplishment not only underscores her individual success but also highlights the strong music

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Legion Post 648 Donates $2,500 to the National Memorial of Military Ascent

1 year 3 months ago
GRAFTON – The National Memorial of Military Ascent (NMMA) received a generous donation of $2,500 from the Grafton Whelan-Hill American Legion Post 648 on Thursday, December 12, 2024. This marks the second donation from Post 648, which was the first American Legion post to contribute to the memorial's efforts with a $2,000 donation in October 2023. The check presentation was attended by Post 648 representatives, including Commander Jon Hughes and Post Agent Ray Jolly, who expressed their unwavering support for the NMMA's mission to honor the sacrifices and legacy of U.S. veterans. In June 2024, the NMMA team briefed the American Legion State Convention on the progress and goals of the memorial. The convention passed a resolution of support, uniting all American Legion posts across Illinois in backing the NMMA. Since then, the NMMA has sent over 700 letters to posts statewide and has continued to receive donations to fund the memorial's construction and future programming. "

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Two-Day ALICE Training At Bunker Hill High To Strengthen Community Safety Skills

1 year 3 months ago
BUNKER HILL — Bunker Hill Community Unit School District #8 is set to host a two-day ALICE Active Shooter Response Training course on Feb. 17 and 18, 2025, aimed at equipping participants with critical skills and strategies to enhance survivability during violent events. The training will take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day at Bunker Hill High School, located at 314 S. Meissner, Room #12. The ALICE (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, Evacuate) program focuses on preparing individuals for the critical moments between the onset of a violent incident and the arrival of law enforcement. Participants who successfully complete the course will become Certified ALICE Instructors, gaining the knowledge and resources necessary to train others in their communities. Registration for the training is available online at the following link: https://cvent.me/MlGONg?RefId=social.

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Bacteria Breakdown: Understanding E. Coli

1 year 3 months ago
In November, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) and CDC announced Grimmway Farms started a voluntary recall of multiple sizes and brands of organic whole and baby carrots. In the same week, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) alerted the public of an E. coli outbreak linked to ground beef products made by Wolverine Packing Co., based in Detroit, Michigan. Around 167,000 pounds of ground beef products were recalled. What is E. coli? Escherichia coli , commonly known as E. coli, is a bacterium with multiple strains. Humans’ microbiome can contain E. coli, specifically in our guts with stool. These are different than the strains that cause food-borne illness. Eating affected foods can lead to serious gastrointestinal illnesses, such as diarrhea, fever, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and kidney disease if the case is severe. Symptoms can start anywhere from a few days to up to nine days later, according to the FDA. Doug Kasper, MD, an infectious disease

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Budzinski Presses Postmaster General on Mail Service for Central and Southern Illinoisans  

1 year 3 months ago
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) questioned Postmaster General Louis DeJoy during a hearing with the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. Budzinski pressed DeJoy about his “Delivering for America Plan,” which proposes consolidating the Champaign and Springfield Processing and Distribution Centers in Illinois. This would result in outgoing mail traveling all the way to Chicago or St. Louis before being sent to its final destination. For reference – Champaign and Chicago are over 130 miles apart; Springfield and St. Louis are about 100 miles apart. Today’s hearing is part of Budzinski’s ongoing effort to push back against USPS facility changes in Central and Southern Illinois. She has previously written to DeJoy outlining concerns with the downsizing of USPS Processing and Distribution Centers in Springfield and Champaign , Illinois and urged him to reconsider plans that would slow delivery rates

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