This Day in History on January 24: California Gold Rush Begins

Welcome to January 24, a day that has witnessed a multitude of significant events throughout history,...

Traffic Crash on South Moreland Road Leaves Vehicles Damaged

BETHALTO — Madison County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a traffic crash in the 1700 block...

New Year, New Diet

Among the New Year’s resolutions worldwide, many people have pledged to find and stick with...

Midwest Members Credit Union Sponsors “Eagles Of The Month"

WOOD RIVER - Midwest Members Credit Union is proud to sponsor the “Eagles of the Month”...

East Alton Chief: Police Chase Ends On Buchta Road Without Incident

MADISON COUNTY — A police chase concluded without incident on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025, according...

St. Ambrose School Second Quarter Honor Roll

GODFREY - St. Ambrose Catholic School has released its second quarter honor roll. 2024-2025 4th...

Alton's North Elementary Teacher Honored With Emerson Excellence Award

ALTON - During their regular meeting on Jan. 21, 2025, the Alton Community Unit School District...

East Alton Fire Department Quickly Extinguishes Cooking Fire At Olin Home After Alarm Activation

EAST ALTON — A cooking fire on the fifth floor of "The Olin Home" prompted a swift response...

Red Cross Announce Need For Blood Donors, Or Platelets After Winter Storms, Wildfires

ST. LOUIS, MO. — The American Red Cross encourages donors to give blood or platelets...

Historic Painting Unveiled at Alton City Hall

ALTON - Community members and elected officials gathered at City Hall for the unveiling of a historic...

UW-Stevens Point Recognizes Edwardsville's Madison Ruklic With Highest Honors Achievement

STEVENS POINT, Wis. - The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point honored more than 2,600 undergraduate...

HSHS Names New President and CEO of Illinois Physician Enterprise

SPRINGFIELD — Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS), a leading Catholic health ministry with...

St. Louis Mayor Jones Releases “State of Public Safety 2025” Report Highlighting Successes and Continued Crime Reduction Efforts

ST. LOUIS - St. Louis Mayor Tishaura O. Jones released the “State of Public Safety 2025”...

Parents' Fast Actions Lead To World-First Heart Procedure

Parental instincts and quick reaction time led to two Central Illinois parents saving their child’s...

Free Groceries Available in Alton on Jan. 24, 2025

ALTON - Community members are invited to the first Block Party for Good of 2025. From 2:30–4:30...

Coffee and Bananas: Monkey Business Or Miracle Brew?

Key takeaways: Mixing coffee and bananas is a healthy alternative to your morning joe Bananas...

Attorney General Raoul Issues Guidance For Law Enforcement Officials On State Laws Regarding Immigration Enforcement

CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul today issued updated guidance to state, county...

100 Years Ago: 1925 Solar Eclipse Disappoints Alton Residents

On January 24, 1925, the moon eclipsed the sun. In Alton, the eastern skies were partly cloudy,...

Hi-Pointe Drive-In In Edwardsville To Host Fundraiser For Local Warming Locations

EDWARDSVILLE — Hi-Pointe Drive-In is hosting a fundraiser for the Overnight Warming Locations...

Donzaleigh Abernathy, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Goddaughter, Speaks at SIUE

EDWARDSVILLE - Community members gathered at SIUE to hear from Donzaleigh Abernathy, a speaker,...

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