Cross-River Crime Task Force Seizes Narcotics, Illegal Firearms During Countywide Deployment

EDWARDSVILLE - The Cross-River Crime Task Force seized illegal firearms and narcotics and made numerous...

Battle of Grunwald, Rosetta Stone Discovery Among Key July 15 Moments in History

On July 15, 1410, one of medieval Europe’s most important battles reshaped the balance of powe...

Warm, Humid Weather Brings Heat Index Near 104 Wednesday

Wednesday starts sunny and quiet, with temperatures in the upper 60s early and light wind out of the...

Glen Carbon Approves $885,000 For 2026 Street Program

GLEN CARBON – Multiple streets in Glen Carbon are set for improvements later this year. Trustees...

2026 Jersey County Fair Parade Also Celebrates America’s 250th

JERSEYVILLE – Several community members flocked to downtown Jerseyville for the 2026 Jersey...

Local Experts Bring Retirement Ready Workshop to Bethalto

BETHALTO - Residents approaching retirement or already retired will have an opportunity Aug. 6, 2026...

Marquette Catholic High School Exploring Capital Campaign Ahead of Centennial School Year

ALTON — As Marquette Catholic High School prepares to begin its historic 100th school year...

OSF Saint Anthony’s Receives American Heart Association Gold Recognition

ALTON - OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony’s Health Center is being recognized by the American Heart...

1st MidAmerica Credit Union Expanding into Springfield with New Full-Service Branch

SPRINGFIELD, IL — 1st MidAmerica Credit Union announced the development of its newest branch...

Sam’s Pawn Shop to Close After 35 Years

ALTON - Sam’s Pawn Shop, a family-owned business at 208 E. Broadway in Alton, is closing...

Maryville Women's Center Moves To New Home

MARYVILLE - Maryville Women’s Center has moved to a new facility in Maryville after nearly 30...

American Red Cross Declares Emergency Blood Shortage

ST. LOUIS, MO — The American Red Cross is declaring an emergency blood shortage as the blood...

CARE STL rescue dog Thor wins Illinois title in Pet Lovers’ Choice Awards

METRO EAST, Ill. — A rescue dog once enrolled in a shelter program for animals facing uncertai...

Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois Welcomes New Members to Board of Directors

GLEN CARBON – Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois (GSofSI) welcomes three new members to their...

Godfrey Man Faces Domestic Battery, Reporting Interference Charges In Jersey County

GODFREY – A Godfrey resident remains in custody in Jersey County on charges of domestic battery...

Teen Charged As Adult In East St. Louis Killings

EAST ST. LOUIS - One teenager has been charged as an adult for the murder of five individuals in...

Alton's Old Bakery Beer Company Rolls Out Summer Events and Menu

ALTON - The Old Bakery Beer Company will host several upcoming events to bring people together an...

Alton Finalizes Approval Of Festival/Event Grant Program

ALTON – Local event and festival organizers may be eligible for thousands in grants from...

Union Pacific's Big Boy No. 4014 To Pass Through Granite City On Saturday, July 18, 2026

GRANITE CITY - Granite City Mayor Mike Parkinson said he is excited for Union Pacific Railroad’s...

Pokémon Cards, Cardinals Jersey, More Reportedly Stolen In Madison County Theft Cases

GRANITE CITY – Madison County authorities have reported a wide variety of items stolen in recen...

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