SPRINGFIELD – Illinois EPA Acting Director James Jennings is announcing eight upcoming Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) one-day collection events for the Fall of 2025. These collection events are co-sponsored by units of local government and provide residents the free opportunity to safely dispose of unused or leftover hazardous products commonly found in homes. “Illinois residents continue to show us the need for our Household Hazardous Waste collection events, which provide them the opportunity and convenience to schedule their drop off at any of our locations,” said Acting Director Jennings . “By properly disposing of unused and unwanted household chemicals and products at these Illinois EPA-supported events, residents are part of the solution to protect the health of our families and neighbors, and our environment.” One-day HHW collections are open to all Illinois residents and operate from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the day of the event. Pre-registration
CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul secured a preliminary injunction from the U.S. District Court for Massachusetts temporarily barring the Trump administration from misspending funds budgeted to protect communities from natural disasters before they strike. For the past 30 years, the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) bipartisan Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program has provided communities across the nation with resources to fortify their infrastructure against natural disasters. In July, Raoul and a coalition of attorneys general sued the Trump administration after it attempted to illegally shut down the program. The injunction blocks the administration from spending BRIC funding on expenses other than the BRIC program while the case plays out in court. “We must do all we can to prepare for disasters and keep our communities safe,” Raoul said. “By focusing on preparation, the BRIC program protects property,
Police are searching for 4-year-old Jermani Allaya Flewellen, who was last seen in St. Louis County, and her father, Lavell Flewellen, who took her from daycare without permission and is not following court-ordered conditions.
EDWARDSVILLE — Get Ready to Celebrate Creativity at the 11th Annual Edwardsville Art Fair! Join us for an unforgettable weekend as the Edwardsville Art Fair, proudly produced by the Edwardsville Arts Center, returns for its 11th year! From September 26th to 28th, Edwardsville’s beautiful City Park will transform into a vibrant hub of artistic expression, community spirit, and joyous festivities. Experience the Magic of Art. Discover the stunning works of over 90 exceptionally talented artists from across the region, nation, and globe. From captivating paintings to intricate sculptures and everything in between, each piece tells a story. Get inspired as you meet the artists, hear their stories, and witness their creative processes through live demonstrations. Celebrate Local Talent. The Fair is more than just an art show – it's a celebration of our community’s creative spirit. Enjoy performances by local musicians and dancers, adding energy and rhythm to your
MARYVILLE, Ill. — Andrew Hylton was sworn in as the newest officer of the Maryville Police Department during the village board meeting this week. Hylton is scheduled to attend the police academy later this month as part of his training. Village officials and community members welcomed Officer Hylton to the department and expressed hopes for a long, safe career in law enforcement. The Maryville Police Department will oversee his development as he begins his service to the community.
The Blues at the Arch Festival is taking place this weekend at the Gateway Arch National Park, featuring performances by Myles Lacey, Keesha Pratt Band, Skeet Rodgers and the Inner City Blues Band, and Dexter Allen.
Northeastern Missouri and west-central Illinois are expecting a hot weekend with temperatures in the 90s and heat index values approaching 100 degrees, followed by heavy rain and storms potentially bringing gusty winds up to 60 MPH on Sunday afternoon and evening.
The state’s largest ever settlement for “forever chemicals" holds DuPont and its spin-offs accountable for contamination at four sites and ensures taxpayers won't be left with the cleanup bill.
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