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As the housing shortage pushes more Americans into homelessness for the first time, the Trump administration wants to focus federal housing aid on mental health treatment and enforcement against street homelessness, rather than on finding people permanent homes as quickly as possible. The administration’s new plan to tie federal housing aid to work requirements and […]

David Byrne is bringing his Who is the Sky? tour back to North America in 2026.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer will kick off a new leg of the tour with…

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On This Day, Dec. 8, 1980 ...Legendary Beatles member John Lennon was shot and killed outside his New York City apartment building, The Dakota. He was 40.Earlier in the day, Lennon signed a…

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WOOD RIVER — Madison County residents are now able to send a text message directly to 911 when calling isn’t safe or possible. The Madison County Emergency Telephone System Board (ETSB) launched Text-to-911, a new communication option that allows residents to contact emergency dispatchers via text message during life-threatening situations. “Sometimes, calling just isn’t an option,” 911 Director Arron Weber said. “If you’re hiding during a domestic

Waymo hired lobbyists and reached out to elected officials before its public launch, potentially helping to fend off roadblocks.

Here at the Winter Meetings, there's a buzz about Jeff Kent getting into Cooperstown — but more about how Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens didn't.

Bruce Springsteen got a Golden Globe nomination … sort of.Nominations for the 83rd annual Golden Globes were announced Monday with Jeremy Allen White earning a nomination for best performance by…

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Zoe Clarke became a hospital registered nurse two and a half years ago, following in the footsteps of her mother and grandmother. Clarke, an ICU nurse in Asheville, North Carolina, wants to get her master’s degree to become a nurse practitioner or a certified registered nurse anesthetist — occupations in high demand — and eventually work […]

SPRINGFIELD – A comprehensive new report released today by the University of Illinois’ Project for Middle Class Renewal (PMCR) finds that while Illinois has made meaningful progress toward gender pay equity since implementing pay data reporting requirements under a 2021 amendment to the Equal Pay Act of 2003 (EPA), significant occupational disparities in pay persist—particularly for Black and Hispanic workers in low-wage sectors. The analysis, conducted by Dr. Tingting Zhang

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois State Police (ISP) Director Brendan F. Kelly gathered today with ISP staff and their families, local law enforcement officers, and distinguished members of the public for the annual ISP Awards Ceremony. The ceremony was held to recognize individuals for their significant contributions and dedication to public safety in 2024. Director Kelly presented individuals with the following awards: Director’s Award of Distinction, Medal of Valor, Medal for Honor, Achievement

SPRINGFIELD – Youth between the ages of 10 and 17 who would like to participate in the annual Central Illinois Youth Goose Hunt sponsored by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources can register now for the event, which is scheduled for Jan. 19, 2026, in Fulton County. Registration is open through Dec. 31. To participate, youth hunters must go online for additional information and to register . The hunt will be hosted at private waterfowl hunting clubs near Canton in Fulton County,

GRANITE CITY – State Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) has released the below statement following the officer-involved shooting Friday afternoon in Granite City: “The attack on a Granite City police officer Friday afternoon is a stark reminder of the danger our officers face every single day. I am grateful the officer is currently stable after surgery, and my thoughts are with him, his family, and the entire department as they work through this traumatic event. “This

When Steven Caldwell-Bey wasn’t able to get a regular refill for his blood thinners, he began taking one pill a day instead of two to stretch them out. The problem, he said, is that it’s been difficult to get medical attention at Jefferson City Correctional Center because so many nurses have quit.  Other men serving […]

GRANITE CITY – The suspect in the recent shooting of a Granite City police officer is now in custody, the Illinois State Police has announced. The suspect, 26-year-old DJ Marshall of Granite City, IL, who is believed to have shot a Granite City Police Department officer has been taken into custody. This case remains under investigation. Individuals with information are encouraged to send it to ISP.CRIMETIPS@illinois.gov or call (618) 346-3990. On Dec. 5, 2025, at approximately 2:19

Did you know that the average American spends over 20 hours shopping during the holiday season, often feeling overwhelmed and rushed? The pressure to find the perfect gifts, manage budgets, and coordinate with busy schedules can turn what should be an enjoyable experience into a source of significant stress. But what if the key to a calm and successful holiday shopping season lies not just in what you buy, but in how you plan your shopping schedule? Understand Your Priorities and Budget Early