Area News
HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital now offering free pregnancy, birth classes for expectant families
HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital is pleased to announce that all pregnancy and birth education classes will now be offered completely free of charge to expectant parents. This change is part of the hospital’s ongoing commitment to supporting expectant mothers and empowering families with knowledge and confidence as they prepare to welcome a new baby. The following…
Read MoreL&C unveils 2025 interactive mural by alumna Grace Becker
Lewis and Clark Community College recently unveiled its 2025-2026 interactive mural created by Graphic Design Alumna Grace Becker. The mural, titled “You Can Overcome Anything,” takes inspiration from medieval manuscripts. Becker said visitors can pose with both the sword and shield or team up with a partner. She said she chose a dragon because…
Read MoreJuneteenth today in corporate America: Commemoration, accountability, continued work
By MELISSA CROCKETT MESKE Managing Editor, Illinois Business Journal [email protected] Across the United States, businesses of every size and structure will observe Juneteenth today, commemorating the end of slavery in the United States and reflecting on their roles in advancing racial equity in the workplace. A federal holiday since June 17, 2021, when former President…
Read MoreCross-River Crime Task Force deployment results in seizure of a defaced firearm, suspected cocaine and meth
Cross-River Crime Task Force Commander Marcos Pulido has announced that a defaced firearm that was in the possession of a convicted felon, suspected methamphetamine and cocaine were all seized during a recent deployment of the task force. The countywide deployment of the unit, led by Granite City Police Capt. Adam Connor and Alton Police Captain…
Read MoreFBI seeking information in defacement of federal building in Carbondale
CARBONDALE, Ill. – As a follow up to the statement released on June 11, 2025 regarding the defacement of the Senator Paul Simon Federal Building located at 250 West Cherry Street in Carbondale, Illinois on the evening of June 10, 2025, the FBI Springfield Field Office is offering a reward up to $1,000 for information…
Read MoreMadison County ROE announces inaugural Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship recipients
Madison County Regional Superintendent Dr. Robert W. Werden, along with Mr. Mannie Jackson and Dr. Ed Hightower, recently announced the winners of the inaugural Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship for Madison County, Ill. high school seniors. This award is given in the amount of $1,000 to 10 graduating seniors from across Madison County who displayed high…
Read MoreInside Illinois’ efforts to court the emerging quantum technology industry
Japanese business delegation visits Chicago, local research park breaking ground ‘soon’ By ANDREW ADAMS Capitol News Illinois CHICAGO — Last year the state approved spending more than $700 million to attract and support a new industry: quantum technology. Now, representatives of other countries, federal research labs and a network of private organizations with ties…
Read MoreState Rep. Kevin Schmidt announces run for third term
Citing his commitment to lower taxes, ethics reform and putting Illinois residents first, State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) recently announced his intention to seek a third term in the Illinois Legislature. “I ran for office to be a voice for the people of this district because the leadership in the House and the Senate are…
Read MoreLocal Spectrum field techs selected for ‘behind-the-scenes’ at recent Bommarito 500
Spectrum recently shared a photo of the Collinsville field technicians selected to take part in a behind the scenes look at the No. 66 Meyer Shank Racing Indy Car on Sunday, June 15, 2025 at the Bommarito 500. The Bommarito Automotive Group 500, presented by Axalta and Valvoline, is an IndyCar Series race held at…
Read MoreLC’s College for Life earns $10,000 Cargill grant
The College for Life program at Lewis and Clark Community College has won a $10,000 Cargill grant through the company’s Community Engagement and Giving program. The check was presented June 10 at a brief ceremony on the college’s Godfrey Campus by Joe Fletcher, a Cargill strategic account representative and parent of a College for…
Read More