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O’Fallon announces closure of Auto Court at intersection with Highway 50
The O’Fallon Public Works Department will be closing Auto Court at the intersection with Highway 50 beginning on Monday, Oct. 27, 2025. The road will be closed to perform pavement repairs. Westbound Highway 50 will also experience lane restrictions during the first week of the closure. Drivers are urged to use the entrance road between…
Read MoreJeffries’ Illinois redistricting push meets cool reception in Springfield
U.S. House minority leader wants to bolster Democrats’ chances in 2026 midterm elections By BRENDEN MOORE Capitol News Illinois Article Summary Despite pressure from U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, there is “next to zero appetite” to redistrict the state’s congressional lines among Democrats in the Illinois legislature. Black elected officials expressed concern over the…
Read MoreNew study reveals corporate directors on charity boards drive pro-corporate lobbying
A new peer-reviewed study in the INFORMS journal Management Science finds that public charities with corporate directors on their boards are significantly more likely to lobby on behalf of the connected firms’ political interests. More to the point, the research found that nonprofit governance structures can quietly serve as extensions of corporate influence into the political process,…
Read More4 members of Illinois GOP candidate Darren Bailey’s family killed in helicopter crash
NTSB investigating crash in Montana; cause of the accident not yet released By BEN SZALINSKI Capitol News Illinois Article Summary Four members of Illinois GOP candidate for governor Darren Bailey’s family were killed in a Montana helicopter crash on Wednesday. Circumstances of the crash are unclear, but the National Transportation Safety Board said it is…
Read More15 MPH: The small rule that makes a big difference on MCT Trails
Madison County Transit, local riders team up to promote courtesy, safety, shared responsibility on MCT Trails The Madison County Transit (MCT) Trails are one of Madison County’s greatest treasures — more than 138 miles of scenic Class I bikeways. As the number of walkers, runners, and bicyclists has grown, so does the need for a…
Read MoreMadison County’s Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, Oct. 25
Madison County’s law enforcement agencies, in cooperation with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, will operate a drop-off site for Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 25, in Edwardsville. Madison County State’s Attorney Thomas A. Haine, Sheriff Jeff Connor, Coroner Nick Novacich and Emergency Management Agency Director Fred Patterson will be operating the drop-off…
Read MoreFairmount Park celebrates final day of 100th racing season on Oct. 28
First post time moved to 1 p.m. Fairmount Park Casino & Racing is celebrating the final race day of its centennial season by moving its first post to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 28. After seven months of racing in 2025, Fairmount Park will cap the season with a final day filled to the brim…
Read MoreIDOT announces added upcoming closures in St. Clair County
The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced that rehabilitation of a crossing by Norfolk Southern railroad on Illinois 157 between Illinois 13 and Chase Lane in St. Clair County will require a full closure beginning, weather permitting, Monday, Oct. 27. A posted detour will be in place to safely guide motorists around the closure, which…
Read MoreState Rep. Schmidt hosting mobile office hours in New Athens on Oct. 23
State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) will be hosting mobile office hours at New Athens Village Hall (905 Spotsylvania St.) from 10 a.m. to 12 Noon on Oct. 23, 2025. This free event gives his constituents the opportunity to discuss state legislature and to talk about changes they would like to see from elected officials in…
Read MoreRoeslein & Associates Inc. launches new Industrial Manufacturing division
Roeslein & Associates Inc., a global leader in engineering, modular fabrication, and construction services, announces the launch of its newest division: Industrial Manufacturing. “This strategic expansion marks a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing commitment to diversification and sustainable growth,” notes an official statement. “As part of Roeslein’s long-term vision, diversification across multiple industries has…
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