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On March 21, 2025, at approximately 5:30PM, District 1 officers received a call for a shooting in the 4500 block of S. Compton Ave.

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"(The van) overturned, and Driver 1 was ejected," the MSHP report said. "(The van) came to rest, partially blocking the southbound lane, facing southeast."

A 30-year-old Blackwell, Missouri, man died at the scene of the crash. A 28-year-old woman from Blackwell and a 68-year-old woman from Park Hills were hospitalized.

ROMEOVILLE- Today, Governor JB Pritzker and Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton joined Congresswoman Lauren Underwood, Illinois Department on Aging Director Mary Killough, and local advocacy leaders in the second stop of the Governor’s Standing Up for Illinois Tour. The event brought together state and local leaders to call attention to the Trump Administration’s attacks on the federal Social Security Administration (SSA), which will limit access to Social Security benefits for the two million Illinoisans who rely on this support. The event was hosted by The Ovation Center—a recently-opened facility that provides resources, services, and activities to seniors in Will County. “Through economic recessions, global conflict, and political upheaval, Social Security has remained the bedrock of our economy, our social safety net, and our democracy,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s dangerous plan to gut the Social Security Administration

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SPRINGFIELD - Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias’ office is now accepting applications for its third annual summer job program. Approximately 150 positions are available for college, trade school, graduate school students or graduating high school students who are enrolled in college or trade school in the fall. Job offerings include working in one of the 25 departments in the Secretary of State’s office or at a DMV. “Our summer job program allows young people to explore career opportunities, earn money and build valuable skillsets,” Giannoulias said. “This type of hands-on work also builds toward future academic and professional success and can translate into long-term benefits for our communities.” Along with building job and people skills for students, the program bolsters the office’s customer service efforts during the busy summer months. Available positions include working in Secretary of State offices in Chicago,

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CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced 88 awards totaling $57 million through the Community Solar Energy Sovereignty Grant Program ($7.7 million), Equitable Energy Future Grant Program ($10.3 million), and Energy Transition Community/Zion Grant Program ($39 million) – initiatives under the landmark Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA). These programs will catalyze energy efficiency and renewable energy projects that will help clean energy businesses grow and utilize Illinois’ clean energy workforce. “A true clean energy future is one that leaves no community behind,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Through the transformative Climate and Equitable Jobs Act, we’re ensuring historically disadvantaged communities are at the forefront as we grow our clean energy economy. These grant programs are driving clean energy projects where they’re needed most, creating opportunities

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BETHALTO - Samantha Pritchett has thrived in Bethalto. Pritchett, one of nine candidates running for a seat on the Bethalto Community Unit School District #8 Board of Education, shared more about who she is and what she stands for. Her family moved to Bethalto in 2018 to join the school district, and she loves the community. She wants to run for school board to continue to build it up. “I just want to help the community, help the school district, make sure that the kids have the right tools, make sure that the teachers have support, and make sure that we’re highlighting the positive things that are going on in the district versus the negative things that are going on,” Pritchett said. “I feel like I bring a professional and a common sense approach to how I do my job, how I parent, how I talk to people in the community. You just have to be willing to sit down and compromise with people, to collaborate with them, listen to ideas, be open to change.”

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BELLEVILLE – Unemployment stats for Collinsville, Belleville, O’Fallon and Granite City remained low for January 2025 compared to 2024 in stats released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (DES). O’Fallon had a rate of 3.7 percent in January 2025 compared to 4.2 percent a year ago, a -0.5 drop. Collinsville also dropped the same amount to 4.1 percent from 4.6 percent a year ago. Belleville had a 4.6 percent rate compared to 5.4 percent a year ago and Granite City also showed a decrease from 5.2 percent to 4.6 percent. St. Clair County had a drop to 4.6 percent from 5.3 percent a year ago. Andy Manar, the Deputy Governor, said Illinois remains laser-focused on investing in our incomparable workforce and creating a positive business environment to bolster economic opportunity in every corner of the state.” East St. Louis’ unemployment rate also decreased from 8.9 percent to 7.8 percent from Januar

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EDWARDSVILLE/ALTON – Madison County recorded an unemployment rate of 4.0 percent in January 2025 from 4.7 percent a year ago in stats released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (DES). Jersey also dropped from 4.8 percent to 4.1 percent, Macoupin County stood at 5.0 percent from 5.5 percent a year ago. Greene County had a 4.5 percent rate compared to January 2024 of 5.0 percent a year ago and Calhoun County had a 5.0 percent rate compared to 5.7 percent in 2024. Alton’s unemployment rate dropped significantly from 5.7 percent to 4.5 percent and Edwardsville recorded the best rate in the region from 3.6 percent in January 2024 to 3.0 percent in 2025. Statewide, the rate stood solid at 5.0 percent in January 2025 from 5.2 percent in January 2024. Over the year, the unemployment rate decreased in eleven metro areas and increased in one for the year ending January 2025, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau

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ALTON - Sergeant Michael “Mike” Morelli of the Alton Police Department has been recognized with the 2024 TNT Outstanding Achievement Award for his extensive contributions to law enforcement and the community. The announcement was made this week by Alton Police Chief Jarrett Ford, who highlighted Morelli's nearly two decades of service, including 12 years as a police officer and his leadership role as K-9 Program Supervisor. Morelli began his career in law enforcement as a correctional officer before transitioning to the police department, where he has dedicated significant time to strengthening the bond between law enforcement and the community. As K-9 Program Supervisor, he has trained handlers statewide and led K-9 operations, notably partnering with K-9 Jax for 10 years. Together, they became one of the region's top K-9 teams, assisting in numerous operations and community engagements. The award comes at a time of reflection following the tragic loss of K9 Odin in Augus

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FAIRMONT CITY – The Fairmont City Police Department recently welcomed Officer Jonathon Smelser to its team. Smelser, a graduate of the SWIC Police Academy, previously served with the Venice Police Department and has a background in public service as a volunteer firefighter with the Brooklyn Fire Department. The board meeting provided a platform for city officials to introduce Smelser to the community. Chief of Police Gerald Brown Jr. expressed optimism about Smelser's addition to the department, highlighting his commitment to public service and willingness to assist others. "With his background in public service, he will be a great addition to the department and community," the chief said. Officer Smelser's experience and dedication to helping others are expected to enhance the department's efforts to maintain safety and foster community relations in Fairmont City.

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SOUTH ROXANA – South Roxana Mayor T.J. Callahan appeared on Our Daily Show! on Riverbender.com to outline his achievements and vision for the village’s future as part of our State of the Race 2025 coverage of the April 1 elections. “I always say that South Roxana has been a hard-working community, and we’ve made real progress despite challenges,” Callahan said. “Unfortunately, some candidates are more focused on political games than real solutions. “I want to continue on growth, I want to continue on the opportunity to make things better. We’ve got park grants that are out there, I’m in the process of trying to get Dollar General upgraded … I’m in the process of trying to get another gas station in there,” he said, adding that further development for new businesses is also underway in the community. Callahan was appointed mayor in 2023 after former mayor Barbara Overton resigned. While Callahan’s

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Bellefontaine Cemetery’s 8th Annual Race Registration is now open for our 2024 Fox Trot 5K & Kit Crawl 10K! Enjoy a 5K or 10K run through Missouri’s first–and the world’s […]

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WATERLOO, Ill. –Cardinals legend Adam Wainwright is bringing his county music talents to Waterloo Saturday for two live performances with country artist Craig Campbell. They’ll be taking the stage at Waterloo High School. Doors open for the first show at 2 p.m. Music starts at 3 p.m. The second show opens at 6:30 p.m.

We'll have sunshine for much of the Saturday and temperatures will be a bit cooler than Friday but should still make it to the low to mid 60s. Clouds will increase mid to late afternoon ahead of our next system. Widespread rain and a few storms will move into the region overnight. The severe risk [...]

This week, we journey into the human brain and find some disturbing stuff in there.

Rising energy costs are a problem in the U.S. Ending Inflation Reduction Act tax credits and ramping up fossil fuels would make it even worse.