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Rockford unemployment rate rises slightly as jobs decrease
ILLINOIS (WIFR) - New unemployment numbers from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security show the unemployment rate increasing in all of Illinois’ 14 metropolitan areas. Since June 2023, the Rockford-area unemployment rate increased by .5 percent from 6.2 to 6.7 percent. Data...
New law from August 28 will hit drivers with $150 fines even for a first-time offense – feature to check before deadline
DRIVERS have a couple of weeks to overhaul their driving habits or face the sting of $150 fines. Lawmakers signed a road law into the books that will impose stiff penalties on drivers not using their Bluetooth. Missouri became the 49th state to outlaw using a phone while driving a...
Nation's most desirable city is in the center of Missouri, ranking says
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Looking to move? For Missouri residents, the nation's alleged most desirable city isn't too far away. Real estate agent media website AgentAdvice sought to find the best city in the nation to live in right now, and analyzed 11 metrics that contributed to desirability. The metrics included home size and price, number of top-ranking schools, low crime rate, and nearby attractions.
Police seek help finding missing elderly man in Franklin County
An elderly man with multiple health issues, John Metts Sr., has been missing since 4 a.m. on July 24 in Franklin County, Missouri, and first responders are urging anyone who may have encountered him to contact Franklin County 911.
Alpha Sigma Tau Chapter at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Honored with Three National Awards
Alpha Sigma Tau’s Beta Eta Chapter at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville was recently recognized by the National Organization for demonstrating excellence within the 2022-2024 biennium. Awards were announced at Alpha Sigma Tau’s 45th National Convention in Portsmouth/Norfolk, Virginia, June 20-23, 2024. The Beta Eta Chapter was recognized with...
St. Louis Post-Dispatch endorses primary challenger to Cori Bush
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s editorial board has endorsed St. Louis County prosecuting attorney Wesley Bell in the Democratic primary against Rep. Cori Bush (D-Mo.), the high-profile progressive who is a member of the House “Squad.” The editorial criticized Bush, arguing she and the other progressives in that group had been more effective at winning headlines…
Early Home Events Highlight SIUE Cross Country Schedule
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. - SIUE men's and women's cross country Head Coach Marcus Evans announced Thursday that two home events at the SIUE Cross Country Course open the 2024 schedule. "This year we are excited to learn and prepare with a schedule that sets us up for success at the conference and NCAA level," said Evans. SIUE's season begins with the Cougar Intrasquad event (Aug. 23) where both the men's and women's races will be 4K. The SIUE Cross Country Challenge opens the regular season Aug. 30 with a women's 5K event and a men's 6K event. The rest of the...
SIUE Graduate School 2024 Research Grants for Research Doctoral Students Announced
The recipients of the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Graduate School’s 2024 Research Grants for Research Doctoral Students (RGRDS) awards have been selected. The RGRDS program awards grants of up to $1000 on a competitive basis to support research/projects initiated and conducted by students of the SIUE EdD program, PharmD program, DNP programs, and the co-operative PhD programs to enhance their academic progress. The purpose of this program is to support the research of doctoral students under the guidance of faculty advisors.
Alton police officer out, indicted for alleged stealing
A Madison County grand jury has indicted a local man for allegedly stealing from the union representing Alton Police. Forty-one-year-old Jeremiah Dressler is charged with one count of theft between $10,000 and $100,000, theft by deception, and three counts of wire fraud. Dressler’s accused of using the Alton Police Department...
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