SPRINGFIELD – A federal judge in East St. Louis on Friday struck down Illinois’ assault weapons ban on the grounds that it violates the Second and 14th amendments to the U.S. Constitution and issued ...

Stewardson-Strasburg School Superintendent Justin Deters has announced that BOTH their Grade School and High School have received the Exemplary Status on the Illinois Report Card designation score.

The Effingham County Chamber introduces the 2024 class of Top Community Leaders: Under 40 and Up & Coming, recognizing exceptional young professionals and students who are making a positive impact on ...

The Lake Land College Clay Target Shooting team was named the National Trap Shooting Champion Runner-Up Team at the USA College Clay Target Nationals.

Effingham County Board Administrator, Angela Thompson, was honored with a graduation ceremony at the Lincoln Museum in Springfield for her attendance and successful completion of the 2024 Leadership ...

Washington Savings Bank recently concluded its fourth annual Pink Pumpkin Contest, held in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

The Bullpups won the seventh-grade game 39-34. Charleston edged ahead 4-3 in the opening quarter and held a 12-11 halftime lead. St. Anthony came roaring back with a 17-12 third period and had an ...