For 85 years, the Centennial Bridge has kept the Quad Cities connected, but as the bridge ages, experts say maintenance costs keep rising and frequent repairs are no longer sustainable.

U.S. Rep. Nikki Budzinski criticized Republican leaders, who she blamed for the cuts while drawing attention to the impact on ...

Illinois Boundary Adjustment Commission” to redraw state lines and absorb 33 rural Illinois counties that want to split ...

DEBORAH SIMCOX Correspondent       At Monday’s April 7 City Council meeting, Mayor Ricky Gottman asked for a moment of silence in memory of David Reeter – former Public Works Director and 2nd ...

DEBORAH SIMCOX Correspondent       At the Monday, April 14, 2025 meeting of the Vandalia Community Unit District #203, Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Garrison reported that OKAW applications had reached ...

Crowned the oldest city on the Mississippi, this southern charmer with the most antebellum houses in the U.S. is a must-visit for its outdoor fun and downtown.

At the top of the list once again is New York City, which remains the billionaire capital of the world. With 123 billionaires holding a collective wealth of $759 billion, the Big Apple has led the ...

Last year, some members of EPIC, one of the largest mosques in North Texas, formed Community Capital Partners, a for-profit entity managing EPIC City. “EPIC City is going to be a role model ...

The earthquake's epicenter was 1,300 kilometers from Bangkok but it caused significant damage to this city, toppling a tall building under construction to the ground. It was reported that by the time ...

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Charles Fitch and Mike Hobler ran in the general election for Vandalia City Council Ward 3 on April 1, 2025. = candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey. If you are a candidate ...

Discover the cities in Illinois facing the greatest challenges due to climate change! 🌍 From extreme weather to rising temperatures, let's dive into the top 10 hotspots. Are your favorite ...