Belleville News-Democrat

The Belleville News-Democrat is a daily newspaper serving Belleville, Illinois, and the surrounding southwestern Illinois region. With a history spanning 150 years, it has been known by different names over the years. Since 2009, it has been owned by The McClatchy Company and operates out of St. Clair County, Illinois. The newspaper offers both print editions and online content available at bnd.com.

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Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker announces reelection campaign in attempt at a third term

1 day ago | bnd.com | Dominic Genetti

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has officially announced he is running for a third term as the leader of the state. In a social media post released Thursday morning, Pritzker shared a video and wrote, "I'm running for re-election to protect our progress and continue solving the problems we face.
Chicago may open first gay bar at major U.S. airport, Sidetrack at O’Hare

1 day ago | bnd.com | Dominic Genetti

The first gay bar at a major U.S. airport could be coming to Chicago.
Missouri AG files to remove St. Louis sheriff over abuse of power claims

1 day ago | bnd.com | Dominic Genetti |Edwardsville Intelligencer

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey's deadline for St. Louis Sheriff Alfred Montgomery to resign has passed. Now the highest-ranking law enforcement officer in the Show-Me State is going through the legal process to get Montgomery out of office. Bailey has filed a quo warranto, a legal writ that can be used to remove someone in an elected position for doing anything unlawful or abusing their authority.
McDonald’s, Krispy Kreme end doughnut partnership after less than a year

1 day ago | bnd.com | Dominic Genetti

McDonald's and Krispy Kreme will officially end their partnership next week. The two food giants had joined forces in 2024, which resulted in McDonald's selling the popular glazed doughnuts, according to NBC News, and it looked like a venture both parties would benefit from. However, both companies came together Tuesday to announce that they're parting ways.
Animal splooting helps pets and wildlife cool off in extreme heat

2 days ago | bnd.com | Dominic Genetti |Edwardsville Intelligencer

If you happen to see an animal sprawled out at home, at a zoo or in the great outdoors, don't worry - they're more than likely fine. The thing is the animals are just like the rest of us - done. Done with the heat warnings, done with the excessive heat, done with the humidity and high temperatures. Why is my dog laying flat on the floor? It's called splooting, and as funny as the word may sound, it's something animals do to stretch out and most of all cool off.
Jimmy John’s launches steamy romance audiobook with new summer menu

2 days ago | bnd.com | Dominic Genetti |Edwardsville Intelligencer

It's not just the weather that's hot and steamy this summer; a new audiobook from Jimmy John's - yes, the sandwich chain - is being offered up to loyal customers who buy off a new summer menu. "The Blade and the Brine" is billed as a two-part adult romance novel that's perfect for beach reading and narrated by "White Lotus" star Walter Goggins. Trend Hunter reports Goggins said of the audiobook, "'The Blade and the Brine' has everything you want in a beach read - drama, desire, a little danger.
Spotlighting next Illinois Hall of Fame class

2 days ago | bnd.com | Scott Richey

-------Illinois will induct 11 new members into the UI Athletics Hall of Fame in October. A group that includes 10 former athletes and a coach who will be entering her fourth hall of fame. Staff writer Scott Richey spotlights the next group of Illini to be honored:, Track and field (1995-98)Miles was a seven-time Big Ten champion and seven-time All-American by the time her Illinois career concluded, as she staked her claim as an elite sprinter.
Good Morning, Illini Nation: Last round of mock drafts

2 days ago | bnd.com | Scott Richey

That Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley will be selected in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft tonight in Brooklyn, N.Y., doesn't appear to be in question. Where the pair of former Illinois standouts get drafted, however, is to be determined. It's all part of the draft night intrigue. A pair of first-round selections, regardless of pick number or destination, is certainly a positive for Illinois as a program. "It's a source of achievement," Illinois coach Brad Underwood said.
‘s mock draft: Could Jakucionis, Riley stay teammates?

2 days ago | bnd.com | Scott Richey

College basketball writer Scott Richey correctly predicted 10 of 30 first-round picks in last year's NBA draft. Honestly, that feels like a win. Beyond what seems as a 1-2 lock with Cooper Flagg and Dylan Harper, this year's draft could go any number of directions.
The daily pitch from staff writer : June 25, 2025

2 days ago | bnd.com | Scott Richey

➜ . Illinois' projected first-round picks in the 2025 NBA Draft hail from Lithuania () and Canada (). There could be as many as 10 more players with international backgrounds selected in the first round Wednesday in Brooklyn, N.Y.➜ . Illinois men's tennis coach has been able to be picky about the international talent he pursues. Landing , the former No. 1 junior in the world and younger brother of former Illini , was a no brainer.