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Kehoe favors renewal of the one-tenth-of-one-cent Parks, Soils and Water Sales Tax and keeping state parks free. A renewal of the tax will be on the ballot next year.

ALTON - A protest is scheduled for Monday, July 7, 2025, following a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a 17-year-old Alton girl . On July 4, 2025, police responded to reports of a shooting on Oakwood Avenue and found the victim with an apparent gunshot wound. The victim, a 17-year-old girl, later died from her injuries at a local hospital. At 6:45 p.m. on July 7, 2025, community members will rally at the Alton Housing Authority. “This is our community. That was one of our children,” said Lee Barham, who organized the protest. “Regardless of where she lives, it’s still one of our children. It’s one less that’ll be graduating. She was 17, so she probably would have been graduating next year. That’s one less in the 2026 class we’ll have. That’s one less too many. That’s unacceptable.” This is not the first time Barham has organized a protest or a vigil following gun violence in Alton, including shootings

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COLLINSVILLE - Madison County Transit honored former Board of Trustees member and Chairman Ron Jedda with a dedication ceremony at the MCT Schoolhouse Trail Tunnel under Illinois Route 157 in Collinsville. The event recognized Jedda’s years of service and his contributions to transit innovation and trail safety in Madison County. During his tenure, Jedda advocated for bus service enhancements and the expansion of the MCT Trails system. A significant part of his work focused on reducing at-grade crossings by supporting the construction of dedicated bridges and tunnels to provide safer and uninterrupted trail access. The commemorative plaque at the tunnel acknowledges his efforts, including the upcoming MCT Schoolhouse Trail Bridge over Illinois Route 111 in Pontoon Beach, which is scheduled for construction later this year. MCT expressed gratitude for Jedda’s leadership and commitment to improving mobility and connectivity for county residents.

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CHESTERFIELD, Mo. – Fireflies have been a nostalgic symbol of summer for many generations, but like many insects, their population numbers are decreasing. That’s why the Butterfly House is stepping up efforts to engage kids and families through Project Pollinator, a program that seeks to promote an appreciation of pollinators (like fireflies) through education and [...]

We are getting our first look at the upcoming musical biopic about German rock band Scorpions.A trailer for the film, Wind of Change, has just been released, giving fans a…

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All aboard! The Riverboats at the Gateway Arch provide an unparalleled experience on the Mississippi River. The one-hour St. Louis Riverfront Cruise is narrated by a captain from the National […]

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MARYVILLE - Anderson Hospital is excited to announce the construction of a brand-new Emergency Department—a major investment in the future of emergency care for the communities we serve. This project will be a completely new, state-of-the-art facility designed to enhance patient care, improve efficiency, and accommodate the growing number of emergency visits, which now exceeds 37,000 visits annually. This project reflects our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our patients and community. The decision to build a new ER stems from several critical factors: Rising Patient Volume: Each year, we see a growing number of patients in our ER, underscoring the urgent need for expanded capacity. Facility Limitations: Our current space is outdated and challenging to support the high volume or complexity of care our team delivers. Behavioral Health Needs: There is an increasing demand for appropriate space to care for patients experiencing behavioral health crises. Trauma and

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Brittney D. Gardner, 31, admitted to shooting 38-year-old Troy Bond in the neck while he sat in the back seat of a car with their child.

Republican Wagner and Democrat Bell sponsor bill to sanction criminals seeking to scuttle Dayton Peace Accords, signed in 1995 to stop Serbian-Bosnian conflict.

BENTON – Following a two-week coordinated operation led by the FBI, eight individuals are facing federal charges for distributing meth or possession with intent to distribute in southern Illinois. A federal grand jury charged: Sarah L. Elverd, 35, of Centralia, with one count of possession with intent to distribute fifty grams or more of meth, Alan D. Fleming, 41, of Mount Vernon, with four counts of distribution of meth, John A. Fowler, 49, of Mount Vernon, with eight counts of distribution of meth, James B. Lockwood, 43, of Mount Vernon, with four counts of distribution of meth, Cedric R. Long, 32, of Bluford, with two counts of distribution of meth, Christopher L. Webb, 38, of Mount Vernon, with one count of possession with intent to distribute meth, Scott T. Miller, 40, of Centralia, with two counts of distribution of meth and one count of possession with intent to distribute meth, and Damion D. Thrailkill, 39, of Mount Vernon, with one count of distribution o

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From Offsite Innovators: Imagine walking by a demolition site and instead of seeing mountains of concrete rubble and twisted rebar destined for a landfill, you see workers delicately removing windows, carefully unbolting steel beams, and labeling wooden panels for future use. It sounds like a scene from a utopian future, but it’s happening today—and it’s […]

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The deal to buy ElmTree Funds will boost New York-based BlackRock’s move into private markets, according to a release.

On Thursday, literally the day before flash flooding devastated Texas, the Texas Observer published an article warning that “Trump’s DOGE Cuts Are a Texas-Sized Disaster,” explaining how cuts to both the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) would likely lead to disaster for Texas. Twenty-four hours later, those […]

BELLEVILLE — Charges have been filed in connection with a shooting incident involving a child that occurred on July 3, 2025, at a residence on the first block of North 42nd Street in Belleville, authorities said. Tyron L. Pembleton, 27, of Belleville, faces one count of unlawful possession of weapons by a felon, two counts of obstructing justice, and one count of endangering the life or health of a child, according to the St. Clair County State’s Attorney’s office. The unlawful possession charge is a Class 3 felony, the obstructing justice charges are Class 4 felonies, and the endangering charge is a Class A misdemeanor. The child injured in the shooting is currently recovering at a local hospital, the Belleville Police Department reported. Pembleton remains in custody at the St. Clair County Jail pending a detention hearing and further court proceedings. Authorities emphasized that Pembleton is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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From New York Times: An 804-mile-long transmission line in the Midwest appeared to be finally ready for construction after more than a decade of delays. Known as Grain Belt Express, the $11 billion line would carry electricity produced by wind farms in Kansas across Missouri and Illinois all the way to Indiana, making it the […]

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If you were among those who watched Saturday's Back to the Beginning concert via its online stream, it may have seemed like Ozzy Osbourne's Black Sabbath bandmates abandoned him onstage…

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Duran Duran made a surprise appearance onstage in London on Sunday.Fan-shot footage posted to YouTube shows the band’s frontman, Simon Le Bon, and bassist John Taylor joining Sabrina Carpenter for her…

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ALTON - Alton Music Exchange will offer workshops for guitar maintenance. Located at 556 E. Broadway in Alton, Alton Music Exchange buys, trades and sells music equipment and offers rentals and music lessons. They will host four-hour workshops to teach basic guitar maintenance and repair. “People love this instrument, and it’s therapeutic,” said owner Jared Unfried. “It’s grown beyond this quote-unquote rockstar thing. It probably was always more than that. That’s just the vision that some of us had when we were teenagers. You see this music for what it is, guitar-playing for what it is, and it’s this therapeutic way of life. It’s a medium to create. It’s a medium to be social with other people. And for those people who are into that, they have to be able to maintain the instrument.” Alton Music Exchange has six workbenches with all the tools you need to perform this maintenance. For $10 an hour, you can rent the

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ALTON – A new martial arts program is launching in Alton this August, offering families a fun, fitness-focused way to grow stronger in body, mind, and spirit. Christian Karate Alton opens with a full lineup of age-specific and family-friendly classes that blend traditional karate training with Biblical character development. Classes include Cubs & Tiny Tigers (ages 2–3 and 4–5), a dedicated Adult Class (ages 15+), Golden Eagles for seniors (55+), and a Homeschool Family Karate program with optional open gym time for fellowship and activity after class. At the heart of the program is the Family Class (ages 4–104), where parents and kids can train side-by-side—building unity, coordination, and Christ-centered confidence together. Students train in the Shotokan style of karate, a traditional Japanese form known for its strong stances, structured techniques, and emphasis on discipline. Classes are led by Chief Instructors Steve and Jennifer

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ALTON — The Alton Parks and Recreation Department announced temporary closures of the Splash Pad near the Alton Amphitheater to accommodate major upcoming events and ensure public safety. The Splash Pad will be closed from Friday, July 18, through Sunday, July 20, 2025, for the F1 Powerboat Races. It will also be closed on Saturday, July 26, 2025, for the A-Tilla Festival. During these closures, the Splash Pad will operate with limited hours from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., with parking available at the Argosy Casino parking lot. Regular business hours of 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. will resume the day following each event. “These closures are necessary to manage large crowds and maintain a safe environment for all attendees,” said Sabrina Kalips, Parks and Recreation Supervisor for the Alton Parks and Recreation Department. The department thanked the community for its understanding as it supports these events along the riverfront.

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