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The Belleville News-Democrat is an American weekly newspaper focused on local news, politics and community reporting across Belleville and the Metro East region of southern Illinois. First published in 1858, it has served generations of readers with comprehensive coverage of the issues, events and people shaping communities east of St. Louis. The newspaper is known for its reporting on local government, business, education and public affairs, alongside breaking news, investigative journalism and human-interest stories that reflect the diverse character of the region. It also features lifestyle and entertainment content covering arts, dining, culture and community events, as well as opinion pieces that encourage civic engagement and public discussion. Sports coverage includes local high school athletics, college sports, the St. Louis Cardinals, St. Louis Blues and other professional and regional teams, supported by expert analysis and commentary. The newspaper combines a long history of public service journalism with trusted local reporting, making it an important source of news for readers throughout southern Illinois. Available on PressReader, the Belleville News-Democrat newspaper delivers reliable journalism, regional insight and comprehensive daily news coverage from the Metro East.
Hundreds of people, including dozens of police officers in dress uniform, bid farewell to Belleville Police Chief Matt Eiskant on Monday at a funeral service where people praised his deep devotion to law enforcement, family, friends and the...
Caleb Kinzinger’s story is one of resilience, faith and fierce advocacy for access for all, friends and family say. Those closest to him describe the 23-year-old Freeburg man as someone who overcame significant challenges to make his life...
Dogs roaming the streets – alone or in packs – have been a problem for years in Washington Park, according to a former mayor and residents of the neighborhood where dogs killed a man last week. Former Mayor Leonard Moore said it’s common for...
a baby and searching for the best care in Illinois? U.S. News & World Report recently released a list of the “Best Hospitals in Illinois for Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy)” for 2026, and two are in the metro-east. Two BJC hospitals,...
