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State Senators Plummer, Harriss to host end-of-session town halls in Edwardsville June 16

June 15, 2026

By Tribune Staff • State Senator Jason Plummer and State Senator Erica Harriss are set to host an End of Session Town Hall event on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, to provide residents with an update on recent legislative activity from the 2026 spring session. The events are free and open to the public. Residents are encouraged to attend…

Illinois State Police announce results of violent crime suppression detail in Metro East

June 15, 2026

By Tribune Staff • Illinois State Police (ISP) conducted a violent crime suppression detail in St. Clair and Madison counties on June 11-12, 2026, focusing its efforts on East St. Louis and neighboring Metro East communities. ​ The operation utilized intelligence and technology to focus enforcement efforts on known high crime areas, violent offenders, and…

Illinois State Police arrest two East St. Louis men for first-degree murder

June 14, 2026

By Tribune Staff • The Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) Public Safety Enforcement Group (PSEG) Special Agents arrested 18-year-old Rashad M. Bonner and 21-year-old Damontez F. Williams, both of East St. Louis, IL, for first- degree murder (Class M Felony). On June 6, 2026, East St. Louis Police Department requested ISP…

University of Arkansas Dean’s List includes area students

June 14, 2026

By Tribune Staff •  The University of Arkansas announced students who earned a spot on the Dean’s List for the spring 2026 semester. Students recognized for this outstanding academic achievement have earned a grade-point average of 3.75-3.99 during the semester while completing at least 12 credit hours required for graduation. School of Law students are…

Karli Camp graduates From Point Park University

June 14, 2026

By Tribune Staff – Karli Camp, of Glen Carbon, graduated from Point Park University with a degree in Bachelor of Fine Arts. Camp was among more than 350 students to receive their bachelor’s degrees on May 8, 2026. Camp was also among more than 1,300 students named to the Spring 2026 Dean’s List. To be…

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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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