Area News
Ameren Illinois upgrading 6 miles of natural gas infrastructure in Madison County
Company is complying with national transmission pipeline regulations Ameren Illinois customers driving in and around Illinois Route 203 from World Wide Technology Raceway to Granite City near U.S. Steel facilities in Madison County will see energy at work now and throughout July as the company upgrades a major natural gas transmission pipeline to comply with…
Read MoreLouer Facility Planning Inc. announces leadership transition, record sales growth
Louer Facility Planning Inc., a leading provider of commercial interior design and furniture solutions in the St. Louis Metro East region, recently announced the completion of its ownership transition. Yvette Paris, president, has successfully finalized the buyout of the business from its founder, Jane Louer, marking a significant milestone for the well-established firm. Founded…
Read MoreBeverly Farm launches new monthly video podcast: ‘Catching Light’
Beverly Farm Foundation recently announced the launch of its new monthly video podcast, Catching Light, a platform dedicated to sharing inspiring stories of connection, purpose, and community. Hosted by Beverly Farm’s CEO Crystal Officer and Chief Development Officer Taylor Justice, Catching Light will spotlight the remarkable stories of individuals and organizations that contribute to…
Read MoreGoddaughter of Dr. King, Donzaleigh Abernathy, gives keynote address at SIUE’s 42nd annual MLK luncheon
The actress-author and her siblings grew up with the King children and the Roberts family of actors Southern Illinois University Edwardsville welcomed actress and author Donzaleigh Abernathy as the keynote speaker at the 42nd annual Martin Luther King Jr. celebration luncheon. Abernathy features her father Reverend Doctor Ralph David Abernathy and his best friend and…
Read MoreBelleville Eckert’s announces Winter Homesteading Series
The farm hosts a variety of homesteading events including Cast Iron Cooking & Care, Weaving Class, and more; Cozy Cider Cabin now open through March 2 Eckert’s Farm, the family farm in Belleville (951 S Green Mt Rd, Belleville, Ill. 62220), announces new winter activities, in addition to the return of its annual winter pop-up…
Read MoreIllinois schools prepare for immigration enforcement
State board issues guidance after Trump rescinds Biden-era policy limiting actions in ‘sensitive locations’ By PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Board of Education is encouraging local school districts to adopt clear policies spelling out how and when their staff should cooperate with federal immigration officials carrying out enforcement actions or…
Read MoreSupreme Court considers legality of law banning ‘venue shopping’ in constitutional challenges
Case stems from a claim against unrelated firearms regulation By ANDREW ADAMS Capitol News Illinois The Illinois Supreme Court on Wednesday heard arguments in a case centered on whether a state law passed in 2023 violates the due process rights of Illinoisans outside Sangamon and Cook counties. A 2023 law restricts certain types of lawsuits…
Read MoreSIUC’s business administration program among U.S. News’ ‘Best Online Programs’
Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s online business and administration program has earned national recognition for excellence, claiming a spot for the first time on the U.S. News & World Report 2025 Best Online Programs rankings released Jan. 21, 2025. SIU’s online business and administration program is within the top 25%, tied for No. 54. “This ranking by U.S.…
Read MoreDuckworth, Durbin join colleagues in introducing DC statehood bill
U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) joined U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD)—along with 38 of their Senate Democratic colleagues—in introducing legislation to grant Washington, D.C. statehood following U.S. Representative Eleanor Holmes Norton’s (D-DC-At Large) introduction of the bill in House. The bills are numbered S. 51 and…
Read MoreFocus for Rams settlement funds: Disinvested neighborhoods, Downtown, citywide infrastructure
GSL joins Mayor Jones, Alderpersons Boyd and Sonnier to announce new agreement Key takeaways about the Agreement: Invests $130 million in disinvested neighborhoods, $74 million Downtown, $40 million in citywide water infrastructure Also commits $50 million in City workforce investments Based on collaboration, public-private partnership, and solutions GSL investors to match Downtown investment dollar-for-dollar “The…
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