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HFS Awards New HealthChoice Illinois Medicaid Managed Care Contracts

June 23, 2026

New contracts will make significant long-term improvements to the Medicaid program By Tribune Staff • The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) has awarded new HealthChoice Illinois (HCI) contracts to six Medicaid Managed Care Organizations (MCOs). The new contracts will make significant improvements to the way that the Medicaid program operates by holding…

Geraldine ‘Gerry’ Mersinger

June 23, 2026

Geraldine “Gerry” Mersinger April 10, 1951 – June 21, 2026 Geraldine M. “Gerry” Mersinger, 75, of Troy, IL, born April 10, 1951, in East St. Louis, IL and passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at her home in Troy, IL. Gerry was a member of St. Jerome Catholic Church, Troy, IL. She lived in…

Law students gaining hands-on experience through internships at Madison County State’s Attorney’s Office

June 22, 2026

By Tribune Staff • The Madison County State’s Attorney’s Office is pleased to welcome a new class of summer interns who will gain hands-on experience working alongside prosecutors and staff in a wide range of criminal justice matters. Throughout the summer, interns will have the opportunity to assist with legal research, observe court proceedings, support…

Illegal alien from Chile sentenced to 45 months, ordered to pay over $47,000 in restitution for multi-state identity fraud scheme

June 22, 2026

By Tribune Staff • A district judge sentenced an illegal alien from Chile to 45-months for her extensive identity theft scheme spanning 7 states and impacting 18 victims. Mayorie Fernandez-Ormeno, 37, pleaded guilty to five counts for conspiracy to commit access device fraud, access device fraud, attempted access device fraud, aggravated identity theft and illegal…

University of Alabama names students to dean’s, president’s list for 2026 spring term

June 22, 2026

By Tribune Staff • A total of 14,306 students enrolled during Spring Semester 2026 at The University of Alabama were named to the dean’s list with an academic record of 3.5 (or above) or the president’s list with an academic record of 4.0 (all A’s). Local students include: Ella McDowell of Glen Carbon – Presidents…

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HFS Awards New HealthChoice Illinois Medicaid Managed Care Contracts

June 23, 2026

Law students gaining hands-on experience through internships at Madison County State’s Attorney’s Office

June 22, 2026

Illegal alien from Chile sentenced to 45 months, ordered to pay over $47,000 in restitution for multi-state identity fraud scheme

June 22, 2026

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A Knight to Remember: Kenny Deatherage

June 23, 2026

Knights earn 2nd Place at State, best finish in program history

June 16, 2026

Triad Boat places 11th at IHSA Bass Fishing Finals

June 10, 2026

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Collinsville PD recognizes Lt. Jeremias on his retirement after 28 years of service

May 19, 2026

By Randy Pierce Reporter • Retired Collinsville Police Department Lieutenant Wilbert “Bud” Jeremias has been recognized upon the conclusion of an illustrious law enforcement career that totaled 28 years. After serving in a patrol capacity in East St. Louis from 1998 to October 2005, Jeremias joined the Collinsville Police Department, first with similar responsibilities and,…

Miranda Williams competes at Skate Nashville 2026

April 22, 2026

By Stephanie Williams Weeks of early morning practice and dedication paid off for Miranda Williams at her first ice skating competition. Skate Nashville 2026 was held at the Metro Parks Ice Rink in Nashville, Tennessee this past weekend, April 16-19. Miranda competed in two events, receiving first and third in the B6 category. Williams is…

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