SWANSEA — To kick off the giving season, State Senator Christopher Belt and State Representative Jay Hoffman are collecting canned goods ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. “Let’s come together to address the pressing need for food in our community,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “Every little bit helps. Giving back is a small way we can all make a big difference in our community.” Residents are encouraged to drop off cans of green beans, gravy and cranberry
FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS — Mayor Mark Kupsky presented a $5,000 donation to the Fairview Heights Area Food Pantry on Thursday morning, Nov. 6, 2025, to support families facing increased food insecurity amid the ongoing government shutdown and cuts to SNAP benefits. The donation aims to help the pantry maintain adequate supplies during a period of heightened demand. “With more families relying on local food assistance due to the ongoing government shutdown and reductions to SNAP benefits,
The St. Louis Board of Aldermen approved three bills that would allocate more than $13.7 million to expand shelters, assist displaced tornado survivors, and support the city’s unhoused population.
It all started in March 2017 when a man's parents called 911, worried that their son had barricaded himself in a bedroom in their home with a loaded gun and a knife.
This news should be far more heartening than it is. In any normal version of the United States, it might have been. The administration’s willingness to perpetrate immoral and illegal evil on a daily basis has outpaced efforts by citizens and the judicial branch to stem the tide. Still, maybe this is hopeful? I mean, […]
Elton John is among the nominees for the 2026 Grammys.The Rocket Man's collaboration with Brandi Carlile, "Never Too Late," recorded for his documentary of the same name, is up for best song written for…
Every year the Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence releases their homicide report. Their report for 2024 shows a 14% increase in domestic violence related deaths from the previous year.
EAST ST. LOUIS - Cynthia Roller, a seventh and eighth-grade English language arts teacher at Wyvetter Younge School of Excellence in East St. Louis School District 189, has been named an honoree for Emerson’s 2025 Excellence in Teaching Awards. The recognition highlights her dedication and commitment to student learning. The announcement was made by the East St. Louis School District, which praised Roller for her passion and educational excellence. “Ms. Roller is a shining exampl
ALTON - Riverbend residents might notice activity at the Grand Theatre over the next few days as construction crews work to stabilize the building after spring storms. On Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, crews were busy at the theater fixing the roof following storms earlier this year. Located at 230 Market Street in Downtown Alton, the Grand Theatre is owned by AltonWorks and is known for its impressive history. The Grand Theatre opened on Dec. 4, 1920, and at one time was the largest theatre in
Carlos Santana has teamed up with Mexican musician Carín León for a new song called "Velas.""This song is about something that both God and humans love; it's called romance," Santana says. "Romance…
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