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Madison County civil docket Dec. 20-24
Madison County judges Ruth and Threlkeld have law cases scheduled on the civil docket Dec. 20-24.
Amazon warehouse collapse killing six was similar to Joplin’s Home Depot collapse that took seven
EDWARDSVILLE – On a Friday night at holiday time, some people went to parties or concerts and some people worked with their hands and backs under a flimsy roof at Amazon’s fulfillment center.
Why 'Pritzker for President' makes perfect sense
Many of us in Illinois are snickering, but it’s entirely sensible that “talk is abundant – at least in private,” about Gov. JB Pritzker as a candidate for President of the United States in 2024. That’s what the New York Times reported on Sunday. Check off the boxes on who could win the Democratic primaries for president and you have to put Pritzker at or near the top of the list.
Third Judicial Circuit Pro Bono Committee serves more than 3,500 residents in 2021
The Third Judicial Circuit Pro Bono Committee announced that it provided free legal services to more than 3,500 residents in 2021.
Prenzler seeks to replace county's EMA director; Board member doubts votes are there
In the wake of one of the worst natural disasters suffered in Madison County, Board Chairman Kurt Prenzler plans to replace the county's Emergency Management Agency director on Wednesday.
New rule for Illinois judges: Evaluations could happen as often as every five years
SPRINGFIELD – Illinois Judges who undergo a single evaluation of their work and conduct no matter how long they serve might undergo a series of evaluations starting Jan. 1, the Supreme Court announced on Dec. 6.
Several parents sue formula companies after premature infants developed NEC
EDWARDSVILLE - Several parents claim their premature infants developed necrotizing enterocolitis after being fed Similac or Enfamil infant formula.
Motorist alleges permanent injuries from Troy collision
EDWARDSVILE -- A driver is suing another motorist for allegedly causing a Troy crash that resulted in permanent injuries.
Motorist sues over Edwardsville rear end collision
EDWARDSVILLE -- A motorist is suing another driver for allegedly causing a rear end collision on Troy Road.
New judicial map takes effect Jan. 1; Fifth District will include just about half the state
SPRINGFIELD – Eleven counties currently in the Fourth Judicial District will join the Fifth Judicial District on Jan. 1, when the Supreme Court adopts boundaries that legislators drew in May.
Illinois Central Railroad Company conductor allegedly jumped from train to avoid collision, suffered spinal injuries
EAST ST. LOUIS - A conductor is suing Illinois Central Railroad Company for $2 million after he claims he had to jump from the train as a collision was imminent during a shoving move, causing him to suffer spinal injuries and permanent disability.
Seventh Circuit sides with Cincinnati in restaurant lockdown loss cases
CHICAGO – U.S. District Judge David Dugan correctly denied insurance coverage for lockdown losses at 4204 West Main Brewing Company in Belleville, according to Seventh Circuit appellate judges.
Woman alleges retaliation after reporting discrimination, sexual harassment
EAST ST. LOUIS - A woman claims she was instructed to train another employee to do her job and then fired after allegedly reporting sexual harassment and discrimination.
Justice Department Awards More Than $17.5 Million to Support Project Safe Neighborhoods.
Justice Department Awards More Than $17.5 Million to Support Project Safe Neighborhoods.
Davis, Lahood Announce 183d Air Wing Base Project Included in Final NDAA
Davis, Lahood Announce 183d Air Wing Base Project Included in Final NDAA.
Davis Gives Remarks at 2021 Illinois Farm Bureau Annual Meeting
Davis Gives Remarks at 2021 Illinois Farm Bureau Annual Meeting.
Bost Votes to Strengthen National Security, Provide Pay Raise for Troops
Bost Votes to Strengthen National Security, Provide Pay Raise for Troops.
Illinois Supreme Court to Lift Redistricting Pause Order Jan. 1
Illinois Supreme Court to Lift Redistricting Pause Order Jan. 1.
Federal appeals court agrees: No insurance coverage for income lost by many businesses shut down by Pritzker COVID orders
Cincinnati Insurance argued the COVID virus didn't physically alter the covered buildings, so there should be no coverage, even though the businesses were forced by Gov. JB Pritzker to reduce operations amid the onset of the pandemic
Napp sentences Banowetz to 60 years for murder of Randy Gori, 10 years for armed robbery
Timothy Banowetz was sentenced Friday to 60 years for the first degree murder of asbestos attorney Randy Gori and 10 years for armed robbery by Madison County Circuit Judge Kyle Napp.