Belleville Local News – Wednesday, December 17th, 2025

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Wednesday, December 17th, 2025

Good morning, Belleville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of December.

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ A state report warns that data centers (the key factor behind rising power use) may lead to electricity shortages if no new capacity is built. Power prices have already risen steeply and further cost hikes are projected over the next decade. KSDK

HEALTH NEWS

➤ Illinois residents using Get Covered Illinois can sign up until Dec. 31 for coverage starting Jan. 1, 2026 or until Jan. 15 for plans effective Feb. 1; free enrollment support is available (1-866-311-1119) as federal subsidies change. First Alert 4

SPORTS NEWS

➤ Alton Redbirds beat Belleville Althoff 81+42 on Tuesday night, Dec. 16, 2025 at home. Tysean Jones led with 15 points as five players scored double digits, moving Alton to a 5-2 record and a 2-0 conference mark ahead of a Friday match against Belleville West. Riverbender
➤ St. Louis CITY SC named Yoann Damet as its head coach ahead of the upcoming MLS season. Damet, who served as an assistant at Columbus Crew + LA Galaxy, replaces Olof Mellberg following a challenging campaign. KSDK

BELLEVILLE EVENTS

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BELLEVILLE REAL ESTATE

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BELLEVILLE ANNOUNCEMENTS

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