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A man went to the victim's home for a haircut and shot him before leaving.

EDWARDSVILLE - Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Chancellor James T. Minor, PhD, will be honored with the Stellar Performer Award during the 36th St. Louis American Foundation Salute to Excellence in Education Scholarship and Awards Gala, Saturday, Nov. 4 at the America’s Center in downtown St. Louis. "I am deeply honored to receive the Stellar Performer Award from the St. Louis American Foundation,” said James T. Minor, PhD, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Chancellor. “This recognition is really a testament to the collective efforts of SIUE’s dedicated faculty, students and staff.” “Our mission at SIUE is to enroll diverse students,” Minor continued, “and provide them with the support needed to earn a high-quality degree and succeed in their careers, ultimately contributing to the growth and prosperity of our region. I am grateful for the opportunity to lead this institution and work towards this important goal.”

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The communications director for Mayor Tishaura Jones' office is leaving city government, according to a social media post Monday night.

While The Rolling Stones certainly don’t seem like they’re about to slow down anytime soon, the band members are getting older. For Keith Richards, all the guitar playing over the years has apparently…

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The challenge, said St. Charles County Executive Steve Ehlmann, was finding someone who would have the conservative bonafides to appease the critics of the current library board.

Another season of St. Louis Blues hockey is right around the corner. With the season opener set for Thursday, the Blues have officially solidified their opening-night roster.

CHICAGO - Fire Prevention WeekTM is October 8-14, and Illinois DCFS is reminding everyone about the importance of creating a home fire escape plan and practicing that plan with the entire family so everyone knows what to do if the smoke alarm sounds. DCFS launched a free statewide program in October 2019 to provide smoke alarms to families served by the department. As of August 31, DCFS has distributed 4,312 smoke alarms to families across Illinois, including 897 this year. “In a fire, a few seconds can be the difference between a safe escape and a tragedy, and ensuring every family we serve has a working smoke alarm is a simple and important step we can take to save lives,” said Illinois DCFS Director Marc D. Smith. “It is also important for families to have and practice a fire escape plan so they can quickly get out of the residence and to a safe meeting place if the alarm sounds.” According to the National Fire Protection Association: Three out of five

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When it comes to internet speed, what works today will not be enough for tomorrow. Homes and businesses increasingly need more bandwidth to keep up with the continuous surge in online devices and applications. “The more needs you have, the more speed you need,” said John Singleton, chief technology officer of i3 Broadband. “All devices today are coming with an internet connection and that will lead to a need for faster speeds.” From smart washers and dryers in homes to high-definition video…

A security guard faces criminal charges after police say he fatally shot a man over the weekend who opened fire at him at a Ferguson gas station.

ALTON - Mothers and daughters (9 to 13 years old) in the Riverbend region are invited to participate in a very special afternoon gathering to explore God’s precious gift of female development in a respectful, loving atmosphere while establishing a foundation for dialogue between mothers and daughters. The “Mother-Daughter Tea” is scheduled to take place on Saturday, November 4, from 1-4 p.m. in the Perpetual Help Center at OSF Saint Anthony’s Health Center (#1 Saint Anthony’s Way, Alton, IL 62002). Seating is limited and registration is required. The registration deadline is Friday, October 20. The program will consist of the following presentations: “Theology of the Body” talk by Sister M. Gemma Kissel, FSGM “Changes During Puberty” talk by Shannon Vitali, RN, FCP “Discussion Forum” covering virtues, spirituality, modesty, and keeping good open lines of communication featuring local adults and older peers There

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GREENVILLE - Greenville University invites community members, alums, and friends to campus for Homecoming activities October 19 - 21, 2023. The weekend starts with a Greenville University choir concert at 7 p.m. on Thursday at the Whitlock Music Center and a reception in the renovated Luzader Chapel. Friday morning begins with a prayer event with President Davis expressing gratitude to God through the decades of GU's history, followed by a reception at the Tidball Alumni House. Other highlights of the day include the Homecoming Parade at 4 p.m. along College Avenue, the consecration of the new residence hall under construction on College Avenue at 5 p.m., and at 5:30 p.m., the street fair on the square with food trucks and live music. A presentation event, RISE UP: A Vision for the future of GU, will commence at 6 p.m. at Whitlock Music Center, to share the priorities, the goals, and the projects as GU moves toward the future. A concert will follow by recording artist Michael W. Smith.

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A Missouri native was among at least 11 Americans killed in the war between Israel and militant group Hamas, Missouri's attorney general said.

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs has been chosen as the next president of the National Association of State Treasurers, the nation's foremost authority for responsible state treasury programs and related financial practices, policies and education. Frerichs, who has been serving as NAST senior vice president, was elected president at the organization’s annual business meeting in October. His term as president begins on Jan. 1, 2024. “I’m honored to be chosen by my peers as the next leader of NAST, the leading voice for excellence in public finance,” Frerichs said. “I’m also thankful to outgoing NAST President Josh Haeder of South Dakota for his friendship and leadership in the organization. As I move into this new position, I look forward to building on the good work my team and I are doing in Illinois, and I’m excited about continuing to collaborate with state treasurers from across the nation on public finance

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VANDALIA – The Vandalia Statehouse State Historic Site will host its annual Grand Levée celebration on Saturday, Oct. 14. The Grand Levée is a celebration of the grand receptions held during the 1800s to honor government dignitaries and important visitors. The event, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., is free and open to the public. Activities include period artisans demonstrating their crafts, including wool spinning, pottery, blacksmithing, rug making, chair caning, and more. Performances will feature Lincoln presenter Randy Duncan and folk musician Chris Vallillo. Charles Lyons will present Times in History, a traveling museum featuring a magnificent collection of Lincoln memorabilia. Trolley rides will be offered by the Vandalia Historical Society, and Bryan Dale Headley, the Singing Blacksmith from Rural Heritage on RFD TV, will demonstrate the forging of an unfolded cross, which will be given away to a member of the audience. Children’s activities will include

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ALTON - Centerstone, a national leader in behavioral health care, will host a free webinar entitled Professional Self-Care: Fiercely Guard Your Well Being on Wednesday, November 8 from 10-11 a.m. CT via Zoom. CEUs are available. So often the mental health provider is left out of the self-care conversation. Many people find themselves feeling burned out and asking “What about me?”. This webinar will provide practical education and guidance about how we, as professionals, can fiercely guard our own well being so that we can serve people with our full selves. Objectives of the webinar include: Identify at least two ways that a professional can fall victim to vicarious trauma, secondary traumatic stress and burnout. Identify the importance of intentional self-care as a professional Describe components of burnout versus compassion satisfaction. Identify three or more intentional steps that each participant will take in their personal and professional lives to mediate fo

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ST. LOUIS - This time of year, many sports are calling for our attention. From college and pro football to postseason baseball and school soccer, it’s likely a lot of us will spend hours watching a game or match – whether in person or on TV. And almost as important as watching the game is having snacks on hand while doing so, whether we’re cheering our kids from the sideline or hosting friends to watch the big weekend matchup. Unfortunately, many traditional game day snacks aren’t the healthiest choices. Foods such as chips and dip, nachos, chili, pizza and sweets may be filled with flavor but are far from ideal when it comes to nutrition. Often, they’re high in calories, sugar, salt, red and processed meat and unhealthy fats. But, of course, snacks and snacking by themselves aren’t unhealthy. In fact, they can absolutely be part of healthy eating, said Lauren Gallen, a registered dietitian at Siteman Cancer Center in St. Louis. And if we’re

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Now you can wear your Imo's and eat it, too. St. Louis' most iconic pizza chain announced this morning that it's debuting a line of apparel later this week. The new Imo's-branded clothing is a collaboration with locally owned apparel company Series Six (26 The Boulevard, Richmond Heights).

We were American Idol from the jump airing on FOX 2. The show's first winner, Kelly Clarkson, was in the house.

ALTON — In a monumental stride towards achieving pretrial fairness and ending the practice of wealth-based pretrial incarceration, the state of Illinois has officially abolished money bond, marking a historic moment for the justice system. In my opinion, the Pretrial Fairness Act, which went into effect on September 18, 2023, brings a brighter future for countless individuals across the state who have languished behind bars while awaiting trial simply because they could not afford to pay bail. To acknowledge this achievement and educate the public about the transformative implications of the Pretrial Fairness Act, the Illinois Network for Pretrial Justice and YWCA invite you to join a special teach-in event: Event Title: Pretrial Fairness Act Teach-In Date: Thursday, October 26, 2023 Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CDT Location: YWCA, 304 E. Third St., Alton Each year, over 250,000 people in Illinois find themselves incarcerated while awaiting trial, despite being legally

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On This Day, October 10, 2013... Beatle Paul McCartney surprised fans in New York City with an impromptu free concert in Times Square, announcing the show on social media about one hour…

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