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EDWARDSVILLE – Four faculty members were awarded the Southern Illinois University System’s 2025 Faculty Collaboration Award at the SIU Board of Trustees meeting on September 18, 2025 for their academic innovation and partnerships. Two of the recipients were Dr. Sinan Onal, professor and chair of the Department of Industrial Engineering at SIU Edwardsville (SIUE), and Dr. Chao Lu, associate professor in the School of Electrical, Computer and Biomedical Engineering at SIU Carbondale (SIUC). They have collaborated on methods to observe and measure the human gait of individuals with movement disorders or physical impairments, addressing a pressing challenge in biomedical engineering and rehabilitative healthcare. In their research, they ask people to wear sensors that utilize artificial intelligence (AI), and then they apply integrated technologies with advanced algorithms to monitor their gait. Their work has the potential to inform the development of next-generation rehabilitatio

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It’s a story as old as law enforcement itself: when protesters start protesting, it’s often the cops who decide it’s time for everything to get violent, rather than those engaged in protests. We saw a LOT of this during the protests following the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis, Minnesota police officer Derek Chauvin. Whatever […]

CARLINVILLE - Macoupin County’s 1869 Jail, a historic landmark that served as the county’s detention facility for 119 years until 1988, now welcomes visitors. Located in Carlinville across the street from the courthouse, the Old Jail offers tours that provide detailed insights into its architecture and history. Designed by architect E.E. Meyers, who also designed the Macoupin County Courthouse, the jail features a medieval-inspired fortress style with iron cell blocks, iron ceilings, and 20-inch-thick stone walls and floors. The building’s interior follows the “jailer residence” style of architecture, a design used until the 20th century that allowed the jailer and his family to live on-site. While the sheriff carried out duties across the county, the jailer’s wife was responsible for cooking prisoners’ food, doing laundry, and maintaining order within the jail. Construction of the jail employed the “cannon ball” method, in which

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ALTON — Alton Parks and Recreation, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois , and National Fitness Campaign (NFC) today announced a partnership to bring an outdoor Fitness Court® Studio and digital wellness programming to the City of Alton . The Fitness Court® Studio, located at Riverfront Park , will open Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 10:00 AM with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The Fitness Court® Studio was developed by Alton Parks and Recreation, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, and NFC to expand free access to high-quality workouts and create equitable access to exercise for communities across the region. The Fitness Court® is the world’s best outdoor gym that lets users leverage their own body weight to get a complete workout using seven exercise stations. Created for adults of all abilities aged 14+, the Fitness Court® Studio workouts are adaptable for all fitness levels, allowing participants to move at their

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ST. LOUIS - The school year is back in full swing across the country, and a new report has ranked the top high schools among the St. Louis Metro area as well as the state. According to new rankings from U.S. News & World Report, the best high school in Missouri is the Collegiate School [...]

"We are grateful this resource was used as intended — to protect the life of a child and provide peace of mind for a parent in need," said assistant chief.

PALMYRA — Jamie M. Griffiths, 53, of Palmyra, was charged Friday with four counts related to alleged assaults involving multiple victims, according to court documents. Griffiths faces one count each of aggravated battery of a handicapped person, aggravated battery in a public place, domestic battery, and domestic battery causing bodily harm. The first count alleges Griffiths committed battery against a physically disabled victim by pouring milk and Kool-Aid on her and lifting the mattress she was lying on, causing her to fall out of bed. The second count involves an incident on Emmerson Airline Road, where Griffiths allegedly struck another victim in the head with a jar and his fists. The third count accuses Griffiths of pouring milk and Kool-Aid on his wife. The final count alleges he struck his daughter in the head with his hand. No further details about the victims’ conditions or the circumstances surrounding the incidents were provided in the charging documents.

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EAST ST. LOUIS – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced the ramp from northbound IL 3 to westbound I-55/64 (Poplar Street Bridge) in East St. Louis will be closed on Tuesday, September 23 and Wednesday, September 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The ramp closure is necessary to allow IDOT District 8 Operations crews to perform bridge inspections. Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to changed conditions and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits, refrain from using mobile devices and be alert for workers and equipment. For IDOT District 8 updates, follow us on the social media platform X at @IDOTDistrict8 or view area construction details on IDOT’s traveler information map on GettingAroundIllinois.com.

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ALTON - The Catholic Children’s Home encourages people to come by their open house and see firsthand the work they do to support local kids. From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, community members can tour the building, meet the staff, and enjoy a free pancake breakfast from 8–10 a.m. Michael, who works on the home’s administrative team, looks forward to welcoming the community. “Take some tours, and just get an overall view of what the Children’s Home does today,” he said. “We really want you to come out so you can get an understanding of what we do. We are really the hidden treasure in Alton. We provide a lot of services to the kids and families, so come out and see us.” The Catholic Children’s Home has two main departments: school and residential. The Center for Children to Heal and Achieve is a school for some of the kids who live at the home and those who live in surrounding communities. Michael explained

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The Foo Fighters pop-up tour continues.After playing last-minute shows in Washington, D.C., and San Luis Obispo and Santa Ana, California, Dave Grohl and company have announced another surprise concert, this time in…

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FAIRMONT CITY - Two people died in a fiery crash Friday night, Sept. 19, 2025, on Illinois Route 162 near Pontoon Beach in Madison County, authorities said. The collision occurred on Sept. 19, 2025, between Interstate 255 and Route 157. Witnesses reported that both victims were trapped inside the vehicle as flames quickly engulfed the wreckage. Firefighters from Mitchell and Long Lake responded and worked alongside other emergency personnel. Despite their efforts, both victims were pronounced dead at the scene. The Illinois State Police was called to assist police with traffic at the scene. A crash reconstruction team was brought in to assist. The Madison County coroner’s office will release the names of the victims once their families have been notified. Officials have not released details on the cause of the crash. The investigation remains ongoing.

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SPRINGFIELD — As drought conditions continue across the Midwest, the Illinois Department of Agriculture and the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshall urge farmers and agricultural workers to prioritize safety during this year’s harvest. Because dry fields create increased fire risks, the 2025 harvest season brings challenges that demand heightened awareness and preparation. “During drought conditions, a single spark can quickly ignite a field,” said Jerry Costello II, Director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture . “We want to remind farmers to treat every dry field as a potential fire hazard and to take the necessary precautions to prioritize their own safety – as well as their neighbors and first responders – during this busy season.” “Dry vegetation in fields and wildland areas creates high fuel loads that can ignite quickly and spread rapidly, putting farmers, nearby homes, and surrounding property at risk,”

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CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul won an important victory in the case to protect the privacy of millions of people throughout the country who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for food assistance. In a lawsuit brought by Raoul and a coalition of 20 other attorneys general and the state of Kentucky, the District Court for the Northern District of California ordered a temporary restraining order preventing the Trump administration from enforcing its demands that states turn over the personal information of all SNAP applicants and recipients. “I join others in our coalition in applauding the court in this decision, which ensures SNAP recipients can receive the benefits they rely on without the concern of their private personal information being involuntarily shared outside the program,” Raoul said. “SNAP provides access to food for millions of Illinois families while also supporting thousands of local grocers, farmers’

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Are you ready for Hagar-Back?Nickelback's Chad Kroeger has apparently teamed up with former Van Halen vocalist Sammy Hagar for a collaborative song. That's according to Anthrax drummer Charlie Benante, who says…

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