Area Breaking News
First Measles Case of 2026 identified in Metro East Area
IDPH reminds Illinoisans to make sure they are up to date on immunization SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reporting this year’s first confirmed case of measles in the state in an adult residing in the Metro East area. The individual recently returned from travel out of state. IDPH is working…
Read MoreMadison County Chairman Slusser reflects on data center issue
by Randy Pierce • Prior to the public hearing held in Troy last week concerning the possible development of a data center in the city that was attended by Madison County Board Chairman Chris Slusser, he had addressed the issue in another public setting where he elaborated on the preparations that had gone into being…
Read MoreTroy Police supply details on man who threatened mayor, city officials over data center
By Charles Bolinger Editor • Claiming people took things out of context as he was arrested on Feb. 4, Anthony P. Hinojosa told the three Troy law enforcement officers he knew why they arrived at his home. Hinojosa, 33, of Trenton, was charged with making terroristic threats toward Troy officials in the wake of how…
Read MoreIllinois State Police investigate fatal crash in Edwardsville
By Tribune Staff • EDWARDSVILLE – The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Police Department (SIUE PD) requested the Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 6 to investigate a pursuit, which ended in a fatal crash. On Feb. 15, 2026, at approximately 11:10 p.m., the SIUE PD attempted to stop a Chevrolet truck after…
Read MoreIHSA moves start of football practice to Aug. 5
By Mark Jurgena • On Friday, the IHSA released the results of a member school’s vote on the motion to begin football practice earlier this coming season. Football practice will begin on Aug. 5. It was previously scheduled for five days later. Last fall, the membership voted to expand the…
Read MoreNo kidding around as Madison County approves couple to have goats on property
by Randy Pierce • Unanimous bleating approval has been given by the Madison County Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) for a couple living in unincorporated Collinsville to keep two goats on their property at 2112 Barbara Street. No need to lock any horns over the decision, please. The approval of a special-use permit for this…
Read MoreUniversity of Mississippi announces Fall 2025 Chancellor’s Honor Roll
UNIVERSITY, MS — The University of Mississippi announced students named to the Fall 2025 Honor Roll. Evan Schrage, of Troy, IL, in the B.B.A. in Real Estate program, is on the Chancellor’s Honor Roll, which is reserved for students who earn a semester GPA of 3.75-4.00. Addison Hohlt, of Glen Carbon, IL, in the B.A.…
Read MoreMcKendree University’s Career, Education Fair slated for Feb. 18
by Tina Napper • LEBANON, IL McKendree University will host its annual career fair on Wednesday, Feb. 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. An education fair will also be held that day from 4 to 6 p.m. Both events will take place at the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts in the lobby and stage…
Read MoreUniversity of Mississippi announces Fall 2025 Dean’s Honor Roll
UNIVERSITY, MS — The University of Mississippi announced students named to the Fall 2025 Honor Roll lists, including Dean’s Honor Roll. Makenzie McFarlin, of Glen Carbon, IL, in the B.A. in Biological Science program, is on the Dean’s Honor Roll, which is reserved for students who earn a semester GPA of 3.50-3.74. Landon Mahat, of…
Read MoreBlackburn College announces Dean’s List for Fall 2025
CARLINVILLE – Blackburn College has announced its Dean’s List for the Fall 2025 semester. Students named to the Dean’s List must earn a grade point average of 3.6 or higher for the semester. Area students include: Maryville, IL Rachael Albert Troy, IL Jakeb Palmer Paige Schmelzer Founded in 1837, Blackburn College is a four-year, Presbyterian-related,…
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