a Better Bubbleโ„ข

Aggregator

ISP Investigates Homicide In Washington Park

2 years 11 months ago
WASHINGTON PARK – Illinois State Police (ISP) announced that it was requested by Washington Park Police Department to assist with a death investigation on August 12, 2022, when a 43-year-old female was located deceased in the 1500 block of Westmoreland Avenue, in Washington Park. When ISP arrived on scene, Washington Park Police Department had a person of interest in custody. The investigation is being led by the Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) with assistance from the Washington Park Police department. The investigation is still open and ongoing. No further information will be disseminated at this time. Anyone with information in reference to this homicide is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at 314-725-8477 (TIPS).

Continue Reading

SIU School of Dental Medicine Welcomes Students Back for the Academic Yearย 

2 years 11 months ago
EDWARDSVILLE – The Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine (SDM) fall semester is underway, and to set the tone for a productive and collegial year, students gathered for a welcome event on Tuesday, Aug. 9. The SIUE Division of Student Affairs coordinated the event which included a taco lunch, wellness bags with health essentials, and Dairy Queen blizzards handed out by SIUE Chancellor James T. Minor, PhD and Alton Mayor David Goins. Students also enjoyed participating in various games and creative activities. “I’m excited to start year three at the SIU School of Dental Medicine,” said Julissa Quinonez, of Rochelle. “I’m really jumping into clinics. I’m seeing a lot more patients now than I did in the summers and am eager to try new procedures.” “This is basically home,” said first-year dental student Alyssa January, of St. Louis. “Everyone is incredibly friendly and helpful on campus. The whole transformation

Continue Reading

IDOT Announces Daily Closures Continue For Work On Illinois 143 Near Old Alton Road In Edwardsville

2 years 11 months ago
EDWARDSVILLE - The Illinois Department of Transportation announces upcoming daily lane closures on Illinois 143 near Old Alton Road. The changes started on August 1 and are projected to continue through August 27. Geeding Construction and Marathon Oil are doing the work. Residents should expect delays and are encouraged whenever possible to take alternate routes away from the area.

Continue Reading