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South Dakota GOP, Governor Get Their Voter Suppression On

2 months ago
Because South Dakota governor Larry Rhoden is forever obligated to serve Kristi Noem and Kristi Noem is forever obligated to serve Donald Trump, he and his GOP buddies are making America MAGA again, starting with his home turf. Non-citizens have never really disrupted voting. But they’re the convenient scapegoat for a party that’s justifiably worried […]
Tim Cushing

Area Man Faces Felonies After Allegedly Fleeing Police In Stolen Semi Truck

2 months ago
ALTON – A man accused of using a stolen semi truck to flee police officers nine days after stealing an Alton School District truck faces charges in two Madison County cases. Danny L. Cope III, 33, listed as homeless out of Alton, was charged on March 26, 2026 with one count of unlawful possession of a stolen motor vehicle (a Class 2 felony) and three counts of aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude a peace officer (each Class 4 felonies). On March 25, 2026, Cope is accused of knowingly

Could the St. Louis Blues still make playoffs?

2 months ago
The St. Louis Blues have spent much of the season near the bottom of the NHL standings, and up until recently, seemed to be an afterthought for playoffs. However, behind a surprising late-season surge, they have somehow worked their way back into the conversation.
Joey Schneider

The Wedge Innovation Center Celebrates First Anniversary with Month-Long Community Giveback and Rooftop Event

2 months ago
ALTON - The Wedge Innovation Center is celebrating its first year of operation with a month-long campaign focused on giving back to the community that helped bring the space to life. Since opening in downtown Alton, The Wedge, powered by SIUE, has grown into a space for entrepreneurs, remote professionals, students, and organizations seeking a place to work, develop, connect, and generate new ideas. Designed as more than just a coworking space, The Wedge serves as a platform where business,

Local NAMI Chapter Names New Director, Outlines Programs

2 months ago
WOOD RIVER - The local chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness has named a new executive director. NAMI Southwestern Illinois is located inside Riverbend Family Ministries in Wood River. Last month, they named Jason Farley as the nonprofit’s executive director after he served as its interim executive director for six months. He noted that the agency is experiencing a “growth spurt” since its move to Wood River last year, and he looks forward to supporting more

Jerseyville Mayor Urges TextMyGov Signups Amid Road Closures

2 months ago
JERSEYVILLE – With warmer weather and city-wide infrastructure projects underway, Jerseyville officials are urging residents to stay informed about road closures and more via TextMyGov. Jerseyville Mayor Kevin Stork encouraged residents to sign up for the city’s TextMyGov text message notification system at the latest City Council meeting on March 31, 2026. Those interested can text JERSEYVILLE to 91896 to opt into alerts and notifications from the City of Jerseyville. “We’re

Democrats sue to block Trump’s ‘unconstitutional’ mail ballot order

2 months ago
Democrats sued over President Donald Trump’s executive order clamping down on mail ballots on Wednesday, signaling the start of another fight with the White House over elections. The order, which would create a national list of voting-age American citizens and directs the U.S. Postal Service to place limits on mail-in ballots, constitutes an extraordinary and illegal attempt […]
Jonathan Shorman

Larry Moehn Leaves Lasting Legacy in Gymnastics Education

2 months ago
GODFREY - Larry Niel Moehn, an educator and longtime gymnastics coach and business owner who spent more than three decades as a professor at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville and operated Mid-Illinois Gymnastics and Dance Academy for more than 60 years, died Monday, March 30, 2026. He was 87. Moehn, who was born in Alton, built a career in education and athletics that included founding a gymnastics and dance program that expanded from Alton to Godfrey. Moehn was born Feb. 18, 1939,

Feeling Hot, Hot, Hot?

2 months ago
Key takeaways: A study associates hot drinks with an increased risk of esophageal cancer. But experts say a cup of coffee or tea is fine. Just avoid scalding hot beverages multiple times a day. Esophageal cancer is tough to treat, so prevention and early intervention is key. Alcohol use, smoking and obesity put you at a higher risk. Symptoms of esophageal cancer include reflux or trouble swallowing. Scientists are constantly learning more about cancer – what causes