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Massive Recall of Frozen Shrimp Due to Radioactive Contamination

4 months ago
ILLINOIS – Direct Source Seafood LLC announced a recall of approximately 83,800 bags of frozen raw shrimp imported from Indonesia due to possible contamination with cesium-137, a man-made radioactive isotope. The shrimp, sold under the Market 32 and Waterfront Bistro brands, may have been prepared, packed, or held under conditions that exposed the product to low levels of cesium-137. Two-pound bags under the Waterfront Bistro brand were sold at Jewel-Osco, Albertsons, Safeway, and Lucky

IDNR Revises South Zone Waterfowl Season Dates For 2026-2030

4 months ago
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has revised the South Zone waterfowl season dates for the 2026-2030 seasons based on input from waterfowl hunters. Under the revised plan, the South Zone season will start in mid-November, run for 23 days, then have a 12-day break, or “split.” The season will restart in mid-December and run for an additional 37 days. The revised split will accommodate South Zone hunters’ stated concerns about families

Kristi Jones Named Assistant Director of Agriculture

4 months ago
SPRINGFIELD — After serving the Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) as Deputy Director for five years, Kristi Jones has been appointed acting Assistant Director by Governor JB Pritzker. This new position will require confirmation by the Illinois Senate. “Kristi’s policy knowledge is second to none,” said IDOA Director Jerry Costello II. “I have relied on her leadership and experience as Deputy Director, and without a doubt, she will continue to excel as Assistant

Alton Man, Collinsville Woman Face Felonies In Public Battery Cases

4 months ago
ALTON – Two alleged incidents of battery in public places have resulted in felony charges against Madison County residents. Tremayne L. Brown, 31, of Alton, was charged on Dec. 22, 2025 with a Class 3 felony count of aggravated battery and a Class A misdemeanor count of resisting a peace officer. Brown allegedly caused bodily harm to an individual at the Argosy Casino in Alton by head-butting the victim in the face on Dec. 21, 2025. He is additionally accused of resisting arrest by attempting