Skip to content

Haine encourages awareness of new Illinois law prohibiting sale of intoxicating hemp products to minors

July 2, 2026

By Tribune Staff • Madison County State’s Attorney Tom Haine is encouraging retailers and families to be aware of a new Illinois law that immediately prohibits the sale of intoxicating hemp products to individuals younger than 21. Senate Bill 3222 was recently signed into law in Illinois. The legislation addresses intoxicating hemp products such as…

IDNR accepting OSLAD park development grant applications starting July 1

July 2, 2026

By Tribune Staff • The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is accepting applications for Open Space Land Acquisition and Development, or OSLAD, grants through Aug. 31. A total of $37.5 million is available for this round of OSLAD grants. IDNR will again provide funding to cover 100% of eligible projects in economically distressed communities. In…

Madison County, AT&T approve agreement over 911 circuits

July 1, 2026

By Randy Pierce • Installation by representatives of AT&T of 9-1-1 circuits related to the emergency response communication system in the wrong locations in Madison County has resulted in a reduction of about 50% in its bill for this service. A resolution approved by the county board at its most recent meeting noted a one-time…

HSHS Holy Family Hospital sponsors free pool day to celebrate the Fourth of July

July 1, 2026

By Tribune Staff • To celebrate Independence Day and recognize our local heroes, HSHS Holy Family Hospital is welcoming the community to a free pool day at the Kingsbury Park District pool on Friday, July 3, from 1 to 5 p.m. Teresa Cornelius, Chief Administrative Officer of Holy Family Hospital said, “We’re pleased to once…

New technology gives Ameren Illinois clearer view of electric grid health

July 1, 2026

By Gabrielle Hays • Ameren Illinois crews are putting new technology to work in the Metro East, giving engineers a clearer picture of when to replace critical power lines before problems occur. Recently, an East St. Louis line crew operated the company’s LineVue device on sub-transmission lines in between Sauget and Cahokia Heights, testing the…

Latest E-Edition

Area News

Haine encourages awareness of new Illinois law prohibiting sale of intoxicating hemp products to minors

July 2, 2026

IDNR accepting OSLAD park development grant applications starting July 1

July 2, 2026

Madison County, AT&T approve agreement over 911 circuits

July 1, 2026

Area Sports

Lady Knights go undefeated at hosted Summer Shootout

July 1, 2026

COUNTRY Financial Teacher Spotlight: Kris Kleeman, Triad High School

June 30, 2026

Triad Knights 2025-26 Season in Review

June 28, 2026

Spotlight

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…

Take Our Poll

Where are you going on vacation this summer?

View Results

Loading ... Loading ...

National Headlines