The MEAC is adding an HBCU from the SWAC and a PWI from the Big South for women's flag football. Mississippi Valley State and Gardner-Webb will join as associate members in the sport during the ...

Contaminated iceberg lettuce has caused many of the nation’s recent cyclosporiasis cases, but the CDC reports there are unrelated outbreaks, as well. Here’s what to know in Illinois. Michael M.

One local hospital stood out in the most recent U.S. News & World Report ranking. Plus, we have tips on choosing a facility.

Here are the winning numbers for the $1.04 billion prize. The winning ticket was purchased in Illinois. Daniel Shoer Roth el Nuevo Herald An Illinois gas station recently sold a Powerball ticket worth ...

Cahokia Heights residents Yvette Lyle and Earlie Fuse listen as fellow resident Jeanette Green speaks about her drinking water concerns during an Aug. 12 news conference. During the event, Cahokia ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration reported Aug. 9 certain prepared pico de gallo and salsa products sold at Walmart and Whole Foods in Illinois had been recalled due to potential salmonella ...

Before beginning his HBCU basketball journey at Winston-Salem State University, incoming freshman Nick Keith is making time to give back to young players in his hometown area.+ Keith will host his ...

One of Florida A&M football's loudest traditions is returning to Bragg Memorial Stadium. FAMU's celebratory touchdown cannon is set to return for the 2026 season, restoring a game-day tradition that ...

Jackson State Vice President and Director of Athletics Ashley Robinson has reportedly moved a step closer to becoming the next athletic director at Texas Southern, although the hire still requires ...

Teachers and most other unionized employees of Belleville Township High School District 201 are starting the 2026-27 school year with new contracts. The school board approved contracts for six ...

The former Justitia's Coffee House site has a new owner. Jennifer Green Belleville News-Democrat A downtown Belleville business owner is asking the city for a special-use permit and a Class B liquor ...

Martinez Staten and his wife, Jodi Hillesheim, pose outside their rental home on Reiss Avenue in Belleville, where they live ...