Sunday, April 13th, 2025
Good morning, Belleville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Three individuals from Belleville and East St. Louis were charged with a Class 4 felony of mob action on April 11 after they allegedly attacked a victim on March 27 — all remain out on pretrial release and are presumed innocent. Riverbender
- ➤ An event held on Saturday in East St. Louis by Crime Survivors for Safety and Justice informed families how the Illinois Crime Victims Compensation Fund—offering up to $45,000 for counseling, burial and cleanup costs—supported those affected by violent crimes. First Alert 4
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Three Mile Thursday Group Walk at Belleville YMCA
5:45-6:00 p.m. — East Belleville YMCA — Free entry — Enjoy a refreshing 5K walk with the Illinois Trekkers in a friendly community setting.
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Belleville Barkfest
10 AM – 4 PM — Stookey Township Park — Free entry — A tail-wagging event featuring local vendors, fun contests, and treats for pups and their humans.
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Chick-fil-A Dine to Donate
4-7 p.m. — Chick-fil-A — Orders via app only — Support your community with a meal and help raise funds.
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Strawberry Festival
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Downtown Belleville — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful day of strawberry-themed fun with shopping, eating, and drinking.
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Laura's Run 4 Kids
7:30 a.m. – 11:59 p.m. — Tower Grove Park — Registration fees apply — Celebrate fitness and community with a fun 5K and family activities while supporting local students.
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