Wood River, IL News

Two Drivers Hurt In Wood River Truck Crash

WOOD RIVER - Two teenage drivers were injured Thursday, June 25, 2026, in a two-vehicle crash on the...

Wood River Business Alliance Celebrates Ribbon Cutting and Main Street America Accreditation Today

WOOD RIVER – The Wood River Business Alliance (WRBA) invites the community, local leaders,...

Jeep Show Planned to Help Local Animal Shelter

WOOD RIVER - A Jeep show promises plenty of fun while raising money for Partners 4 Pets. From...

Athletic Director Mark Beatty Praises Growth of East Alton-Wood River Summer Leagues

EAST ALTON-WOOD RIVER — East Alton-Wood River held the final night of its Summer Basketball...

Senator Erica Harriss Announces $100,000 State Grant for New Madison County ETSB Facility

WOOD RIVER — State Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) is proud to announce a $100,000...

Red Cross: Urgent need for donors to help keep blood supply stable

ST. LOUIS — The American Red Cross has an urgent need for donors and is counting on people...

Wood River Man Faces Battery Charge After Allegedly Attacking Tentmate

PONTOON BEACH – A Wood River man with a history of “violent and threatening conduct”...

Madison County Housing Authority Celebrates Ribbon-Cutting for New Stevens Building Replacement

WOOD RIVER – The Madison County Housing Authority (MCHA) held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially...

Wood River Probe Leads To Early Morning Raid

WOOD RIVER - The Wood River Police Department said it recently concluded an undercover narcotics...

IHSA Finalizes Basketball Shot Clock Requirements For 2026-27 Season

BLOOMINGTON - The Board of Directors of the Illinois High School Association officially finalized...

Slusser Comments On Changes: Aging Hospital Costs Push Madison County Toward New Sites

EDWARDSVILLE/WOOD RIVER — The Madison County Board approved the purchase of five downtown...

Alton Man Charged With Posting Images Of Minors To Adult Website

ALTON – An Alton resident accused of posting identifying images of seven minor victims to a...

Wood River Launches Exterior Renovation Grant Program For Homeowners

WOOD RIVER – Wood River residents looking to make exterior home improvements may be eligible...

Cooling Centers in the Riverbend Region for Summer 2026

RIVERBEND - As summer heats up, there are places to stay cool and safe throughout the community....

Wood River Fire Chief Retires After 21 Years

WOOD RIVER – Wood River Fire Chief Wade Stahlhut was recently honored for his 21 years of...

Former Wood River Hospital Future Hinges on Board Decision

EDWARDSVILLE — Madison County is poised to take a major step in relocating operations out o...

Wood River Seeks Construction Bids, Buys Materials For City Center Park

WOOD RIVER – A future park in downtown Wood River is getting closer to construction. Cit...

Police Charge Wood River Woman With Home Invasion, Battery

SOUTH ROXANA – A local woman accused of invading a South Roxana apartment and attacking two...

The Ultimate 2026 Fireworks and Drone Show Guide

RIVERBEND - As America celebrates its 250th birthday, the Riverbend is ringing in the anniversary...

Midwest Members Credit Union Male Athlete Of The Month: Thornton Highlights A Blend of Athletic/Classroom Commitment As Keys To Success

WOOD RIVER - Cameron Thornton, a senior at East Alton-Wood River High School, has been recognized...

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