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Loaded Gun and Fentanyl Surface in Alton Federal Case

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Opinion: State Rep. Amy Elik Seeks Another Term, Citing Record in Springfield

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Jersey Community Middle School Announces First-Quarter Honor Roll

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Lane Closures On I-270 In Madison County

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Alton City Council Hears Data Center Opposition, Union Concerns and Approves Public Comment Changes

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Greg Caffey Resigns As Alton Planning, Code Enforcement Director

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Warehouse Transformer Fire Sends Crews to Alton Cut Street

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Godfrey Business Spotlight: Trust Family Auto Sales

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