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EDWARDSVILLE - Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Police Department has expanded its team with two special recruits sporting wagging tails and boundless enthusiasm. Meet Chase and Max, the department’s first-ever K-9s to take on the additional role of therapy dogs for the SIUE campus. These four-legged K-9s are already making a difference, offering comfort, companionship, and support to students, faculty, and staff. Chase and Max come to SIUE through a specialized rehabilitation and rescue program through the Cook County Department of Corrections, Tails of Redemption, which trains dogs for emotional support and community engagement. Unlike traditional K-9s focused on enforcement, these pups are here to soothe stress, ease anxiety and build positive connections between the police force and the campus community. The dogs undergo obedience and distraction training, ensuring they remain calm and focused in various environments. They are a crucial asset for victims

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CHICAGO- Yesterday, Governor Pritzker spoke with Canada's Ambassador to the United States, Kirsten Hillman, as part of his ongoing efforts to protect Illinois jobs and keep costs down amid the looming threats of Trump's Taxes on Working Families. Governor Pritzker and Ambassador Hillman reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining bilateral trade ties between the State of Illinois and Canada in key sectors of economic collaboration, including automotive, technology, and agriculture. They also discussed the negative impacts of proposed tariffs for both Canada and Illinois, such as increasing the prices of everyday goods and gas. Governor Pritzker committed to remaining in touch with Ambassador Hillman with information about critical Illinois companies and products that would be affected by a trade war to help Canada limit the impacts of retaliatory tariffs on Illinois. Both parties agreed to continue working together to strengthen economic ties between the state and the country. Governor

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ALTON - The fourth annual Ice Jam at the Dam winter festival, to be held at the National Great Rivers Museum on Feb. 15, 2025, will highlight winter experiences that can be had along the river, along with winter-themed movies, live music, animal shows, and more. From 10 a.m.-2 p.m., the public is invited to visit the National Great Rivers Museum for a wide array of winter activities. In a change from years past, this will now be a primarily indoors event, with education tables throughout the museum gallery, as well as outdoors in front of the museum. Local organizations will have educational booths where visitors can learn about winter recreation, try their hand at a winter-related science experiment, and hear about the Lewis and Clark over-wintering at Camp Dubois alongside a replica of the White Pirogue boat used on their expedition. Children who visit at least six stations will receive a goody bag of prizes, as well as a s’mores kit. In front of the museum, families can

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State officials recently unveiled a broad home energy-efficiency and electrification program, but it’s unclear whether the Trump administration will block funding.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY – There was an early morning crash involving a semi-truck early Saturday morning. The accident happened on I-270 southbound near St. Charles Rock Road around 5:15 a.m. The left exit was shut down temporarily. There is no word on injuries. The scene has since been cleared.

On February 8, District 4 officers responded to a shooting in the 600 block of S 14th , just after midnight. Officers located a 24-year-old man suffering from a gunshot wound to his groin. The 24-year-old man told officers he was walking on the bridge at the above location. Suddenly, a man approached him and […]

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EDWARDSVILLE - Jane Gockel, an Edwardsville native, has received a President’s List honor at Florida Gulf Coast University for the 224 fall semester. Florida State University said being placed on the President’s List recognized that you are attaining your academic goals and willing to go the extra mile to achieve them. This honor is noted in the student’s academic transcript and becomes a permanent part of a student’s academic record at Florida Gulf Coast State.

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O’FALLON — Expectant moms can get all their “what to expect when expecting” questions answered by attending any or all the prenatal education programs offered by HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in the coming year. St. Elizabeth’s Women and Infants Center offers a wide range of services for mothers and infants, including: Prepared Childbirth Class, $30 fee: Feb. 22, March 11, March 29, April 26, May 6 and 17, June 21, July 8 and 19, Aug. 23, Sept. 9 and 20, Oct. 25, Nov. 11 and 15, Dec. 13. Breastfeeding Class, $15 fee: Feb. 13, March 6, April 3, May 1, June 5, July 10, Aug. 7, Sept. 4, Oct. 2, Nov. 6, Dec. 4. Birth Circle Breakfast, no fee: Feb. 13, June 26, Sept. 25, Dec. 18. Infant and Child Safety Class, $15 fee: April 27 and Oct. 12. Classes are open to any mom-to-be and their support person. St. Elizabeth’s Women and Infants Center also offers a monthly Parent Circle Support Group that is open to all new parents, whether this

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ALTON - On a recent episode of “You’re Beautiful” with Brian Trust , Kristen and her brother Nathan spoke about trusting God in the wake of Kristen’s son’s unexpected passing. Kristen’s son, Gavin, took his life in August 2024. She shared that since then, she has relied heavily on Proverbs 2:5 — “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding” — to comfort her through her grief. “It’s a reminder that I’m not supposed to carry this burden alone,” she said. “I don’t have all the answers. I’m not supposed to have all the answers, because I’m not the Heavenly Father. He's the one who knows everything. Even though we try to put the pieces together and make sense, my belief is, we’re still not going to get it right.” Kristen said Gavin was “a kind, caring, gentle soul.” He made the decision to get baptized at age

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EDWARDSVILLE - According to the American College Health Association, 76% of undergraduate students experienced moderate to serious psychological distress in 2024 . Today, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is working to reduce that number among all its student population, with the help of a $290,000 Mental Health Early Action on Campus Act Competitive (MHEAC) grant from the Illinois Board of Higher Education, noted SIUE Counseling Services Director Sydney K Greenwalt, PhD. Greenwalt also offered a barometer for gauging mental health concerns at SIUE. “Last year, we saw 604 unique clients in direct service provision at SIUE Counseling Services,” she said. “This year, so far, we have seen 348 unique clients, along with the students served through psychoeducational outreaches.” Specifically, hundreds of students have participated in psychoeducational engagement that includes mental health sessions through SIUE’s partnership with TimelyCare

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SPRINGFIELD – This Super Bowl Sunday, the Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police and law enforcement agencies throughout the state are reinforcing vital safety messages that could save your life or someone else’s: “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” and “Click It or Ticket.” “Celebrate smart and designate a sober driver before the party starts so this year’s Super Bowl gathering isn’t the last one you attend,” said Stephane B. Seck-Birhame, IDOT’s bureau chief of Safety Programs and Engineering. “There’s no instant replay when you’re on the road, so be the MVP and make sure the party game plan includes a sober ride home.” Remember that walking impaired also can be dangerous, so designate a sober friend to walk home with you, if needed. Sober driving isn’t the only law that should be followed. Always make sure you and everyone else in the vehicle buckles up. It’s

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CASEYVILLE — Sergeant Danny Allison of the Caseyville Police Department has been recognized for his contributions to law enforcement with a Certificate of Merit from the Southern Illinois Police Chiefs Association. The award, presented by Chief Tom Coppotelli, acknowledges Allison's significant work with the Midwest cryptocurrency task force. Allison's investigative efforts have led to the recovery of more than $400,000 for victims of cyber scams, highlighting the challenges faced by law enforcement in addressing the complexities of digital crime. The award ceremony took place recently, although the specific date and location were not disclosed. The Southern Illinois Police Chiefs Association aims to honor law enforcement professionals who demonstrate exceptional dedication and effectiveness in their roles. In receiving this recognition, Sergeant Allison's skills and commitment to combating cybercrime have been brought to the forefront, underscoring the importance of specialized

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On February 7, Accident Reconstruction investigators were called out to handle a fatal crash that happened at West Florissant and Kingshighway, around 2 p.m. A preliminary investigation revealed a 64-year-old man was struck by a vehicle after he got off the bi-state bus and attempted to cross the street between the bus and another vehicle […]

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A gloomy day ahead with scattered light rain showers and some areas of drizzle and fog as a weak system moves across the region today. A warm front lifts north through some of the region. Those who are south of the front will notice a warmup. Those north of it will keep the chilly temperatures [...]

The district’s monthly charges from October to December averaged $62,985, down from $111,014 between July 2023 and July 2024.

Police said Miniyha Smith had at least four drinks before driving on Jan. 8, hitting 16-year-old King Thompson. He was treated at a hospital but later died.

Arnold Britt used credit cards from a teenager who survived a deadly crash near Forest Park Avenue and South Grand Boulevard in February 2023.

Three men are charged in the killing of Portia Rowland. Prosecutors are calling it a calculated, elaborate plan that played out for months.