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WASHINGTON — A federal appeals court on Wednesday overturned a lower court’s ruling that had required the Trump administration to spend foreign aid dollars approved by Congress. But instead of addressing the central argument of the lawsuit — that a president cannot refuse to spend money approved by lawmakers, who hold the power of the […]

BETHALTO - Roma’s Pizza will be hosting the 2nd annual “Dine to Donate” fundraiser benefitting Madison County Catholic Charities on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Mention Madison County Catholic Charities or show the flyer at checkout and we earn 10% of sales. Roma’s Pizza is located at 121 E Bethalto Dr in Bethalto, IL. “We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of our community for over 70 years now. Support a great cause and join us at Roma’s for some of the best pizza in the Midwest,” said Area Director Denise Burton. Proceeds from the Dine to Donate event will go towards supporting our programs, including Professional Counseling Solutions, MedAssist, Guardian Angel Food Pantry, Mobile Food Pantry, Homeless Prevention, Transportation and Identification assistance, and Legal Services. Since 1941, Catholic Charities has provided services in Madison, Bond, Jersey, and Calhoun counties, with offices in Alto

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O'FALLON - O'Fallon Community Consolidated School District #90 is nearing completion of playground renovation projects across its elementary schools, with updated play areas expected to be ready for student use at the start of the 2025 school year. The district announced the progress on Aug. 11, 2025, noting that while frequent rain and unforeseen site work caused some delays, construction crews have been working diligently to complete the improvements. At Evans Elementary, the playground will be ready for use on the first day of school. Sod installation around the upper playground is scheduled for Saturday, with fencing and final cleanup, including asphalt sweeping, to follow. Hinchcliffe Elementary’s playground is also on track to open with the new school year, with final cleanup efforts focused on asphalt sweeping. Estelle Kampmeyer Elementary will have its playground ready as well, with asphalt work on the walking path expected to be finished soon and a four-foot fence

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CHICAGO — If you played Lucky Day Lotto yesterday, you might want to check your ticket – that’s because you could be $400,000 richer! One lucky player matched all five numbers in the Tuesday, August 12 evening drawing to win the game’s $400,000 jackpot. The winning numbers were: 3-4-6-8-41. The winning ticket was purchased at Walker Liquor , located at 12255 Walker Rd. in Lemont, a southwest suburb of Chicago. For selling the winning Lucky Day Lotto ticket, the store will receive a bonus of 1% of the prize amount, or $4,000. In total, nearly 19,000 winning tickets were sold in the Tuesday evening Lucky Day Lotto drawing. Winners have one year from the draw date to claim their prize. The Illinois Lottery encourages all lucky winners to sign the back of their ticket and store it in a safe place until they are ready to claim their prize. Lucky Day Lotto is an Illinois-only draw game with two daily drawings at 12:40 p.m. and 9:22 p.m., and jackpots starting

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A couple of years ago, Alisa Jno-Charles saw her now 9-year-old daughter watching a YouTube video of several children and their swift ninja moves. The video was from Ninja Kidz TV, a YouTube channel that features four young siblings who were raised in a martial arts studio, according to their official website. The channel has […]

FAIRMONT CITY – In August, Revity Credit Union employees came together to raise $1,405.00 for The Latino Roundtable through the Revity Threads of Kindness Program. This program, funded by employees, allows Revity Credit Union staff to embody the credit union's philosophy of people helping people. By contributing a monthly monetary donation to a local organization, employees can enjoy wearing jeans and tennis shoes on Fridays and Saturdays throughout that month. In 2025, Revity Credit Union is committed to impactful giving and community support, weaving kindness into the fabric of our daily lives and ensuring that every “jeans day” makes a difference. The Latino Roundtable was nominated as the recipient of our August Threads of Kindness donation, receiving $1,405.00 that will support their efforts to serve the Latino communities across several Illinois counties, including Bond, Clinton, Madison, Monroe, Randolph, St. Clair, and Washington. The Latino Roundtable,

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St. Louis County Executive Sam Page, recently facing legal scrutiny and increased competition for his seat, answered two questions Wednesday about his future in public office.

Congress passed an expanded Radiation Exposure Compensation Act, or RECA, earlier this summer, opening eligibility to Missourians in certain zip codes. This article is free for all readers.

Despite strong evidence that plastics are harmful to people, oil-producing countries oppose action on human health.

GLEN CARBON - The Village of Glen Carbon is excited to announce the first-ever “ Chalk This Way” Chalk Walk, set to transform Schon Park into a vibrant outdoor art gallery. This community event will take place on Sat. Sept. 20 from 10 am – 2 pm offering residents and visitors an opportunity to celebrate creativity, enjoy music, and savor delicious food. Artists of all ages and skill levels are invited to bring their imaginations to life on the park’s sidewalks, creating original, family-friendly chalk art. Categories will be based on school levels, with prizes awarded to top works in each group. All artwork subjects must be pre-approved to ensure the event remains appropriate for all audiences. “Chalk This Way” will also feature food trucks, craft vendors, and a DJ, making it a perfect day for families and friends to gather. “We’re thrilled to host an event that blends creativity, community, and fun in one of Glen Carbon’s

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The microscopic amoeba is commonly found in warm freshwater such as lakes, river and ponds.

HIGHLAND — Jennifer (Isaak) Korte, a Republican, has declared her candidacy to represent County Board District 1 in Highland. This district is currently served by Fred Michael, who has decided to not seek reelection. “I want to thank Fred for his service on the county board. He has been a conscientious voice for Highland,” stated Korte. Korte’s campaign is focused on fiscal responsibility, economic development and transparency. “I understand the need for funding services, while evaluating programs that are less effective,” said Korte. “Madison County deserves leadership that is fiscally responsible, listens, acts and leads with integrity.” Korte has her Master’s Degree in Social work and has been a strong community advocate for senior citizens, people who are disabled, children and small businesses. Korte was appointed to the Madison County Mental Health Board in 2023 and was recently appointed as the Vice President of th

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he sale of the 251-unit McKenzie apartments at Delmar Boulevard and Interstate 170 in University City comes as Lux Living principals Vic Alston and Sid Chakraverty recently hired the U.S. Attorney General's brother to fight their federal fraud charges.

EAST ST. LOUIS – A district judge sentenced a Centralia man to 204 months of federal imprisonment after he admitted to distributing pound quantities of meth and fentanyl. Jackie T. Scanlan, 54, pleaded guilty to one count of possession with intent to distribute controlled substances: meth and fentanyl and one count of possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance: meth. “This career offender built a life around selling dangerous narcotics and has a criminal history spanning over three decades of drug distribution,” said U.S. Attorney Steven D. Weinhoeft. “While he continued to make poor decisions following previous stints of incarceration, Scanlan’s 17-year federal prison sentence will help to protect the public from any further crimes.” According to court documents, law enforcement began investigating Scanlan for distributing meth and fentanyl from a motel room in February 2024. Initially, agents recovered 79 grams of meth, 2

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PACIFIC OCEAN — Aviation Electronics Technician Airman Apprentice Zachary Raymond, a native of Collinsville, performed maintenance on a stores management upgrade system aboard the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) on Friday, Aug. 8, 2025. The maintenance work supports the operational readiness of the ship during its routine training operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations. The USS Abraham Lincoln, a Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier and the flagship of Carrier Strike Group Three, is currently conducting training exercises under the command of the U.S. Pacific Fleet. The fleet oversees naval forces in the Indo-Pacific region, with the 3rd Fleet focusing on realistic and relevant training to ensure readiness across a broad spectrum of military operations, Navy officials said. Named after the 16th U.S. president, the USS Abraham Lincoln is the fifth ship in the Nimitz class and serves as a floating airfield capable of launching multiple aircraft

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Foreigner has added more orchestral shows to their 2026 calendar.The Rock & Roll of Famers already announced a five-night Las Vegas residency, Foreigner: The Hits Orchestral – Celebrating 50 Years Live in…

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Earlier this summer, Francis Howell school board member Jane Puszkar came under fire for engaging with a consultant to review the district's library books for appropriateness.

Maybe this won’t actually mean anything when all is said and done. Maybe what we’re seeing here is the last dying breaths of a democracy as its current owners sell it off for parts and consolidate their power. But maybe it’s the other thing: the checks and balances putting down as much damaging stuff on […]