This Day in History on March 9: Barbie Doll Debuts

On March 9, 1959, the Barbie doll made its public debut at the American International Toy Fair in Ne...

Daylight Saving Time: A Perfect Moment to Power Up Your Family’s Emergency Preparednes

ST. LOUIS – With Ameren customers “springing forward” for daylight saving time...

City Of Alton Fire, Police, Respond To Call About A Building's Safety Concerns

ALTON - Around 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, March 8, 2026, emergency services responded to a call about...

This Weekend in History on March 7 and 8: "Bloody Sunday" Attacks on Civil Rights Protesters

On March 7, 1965, several hundred peaceful marchers set out from Selma, Alabama, to walk to the stat...

100 Years Ago: Bear Cubs Die at Alton Tire Store

Last summer, I wrote an article about the July 1925 grand opening of Winkler Tire Service in Alton....

The Henry Cuthbert Tunison Story: Yard Sale Purchase Resurrects Worldwide Fame and Fortune Saga

CARROLLTON — A small world globe bought at a neighborhood yard sale last summer by retired...

Collinsville Area Community Foundation Presents $1,000 Donation to Support Eagle Scout Project for Willoughby Farm

COLLINSVILLE – The Collinsville Area Community Foundation presented a $1,000 donation to Collinsville...

Inland Waterways Gain Recognition in National Maritime Strategy

ST. LOUIS - The advancement of the recently announced America’s Maritime Action Plan (MAP)...

The Roots of International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day didn’t start as a feel-good celebration—it started as...

Granite City Woman, Chicago-Area Man Charged With Practicing Medicine Without A License

GRANITE CITY – Two individuals accused of performing dental surgery without a license from...

Midwest Members Credit Union Sponsors February 2026 “Eagles Of The Month”

WOOD RIVER – Midwest Members Credit Union is proud to sponsor the “Eagles of the...

Explore SIUE’s Graduate and Professional Programs During March 23 Open House

EDWARDSVILLE – The Graduate and Professional Programs Open House at Southern Illinois University...

Episcopal Parish of Alton Celebrates 190 Years with Events and Renewed Focus on Mission

ALTON - The Episcopal Parish of Alton is celebrating its 190th anniversary this year, and Father...

Budzinski Statement on Vote to Rein in President’s War in Iran 

WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) released the following statement after...

Are You Ready for Severe Weather Season?

SPRINGFIELD – Thunderstorms, tornadoes, lightning, floods, and power outages are all possible...

Frito-Lay Recalls Miss Vickies Dill Pickle Chips

PLANO, TEXAS – Frito-Lay is recalling select 8 oz. bags of Miss Vickie’s Spicy Dill...

Revity Credit Union Employees Raise $1,350 for the Children First Foundation

EDWARDSVILLE – Revity Credit Union employees joined together to raise $1,350 for the Children...

Opinion: Senator Erica Harriss: Affordability Is Not a Slogan

The Senate has returned to Springfield for the Spring Legislative Session. After several weeks...

Three Simmons Hanly Conroy Attorneys to Present at Firm-Sponsored Cutting-Edge Issues in Asbestos Litigation

ALTON – Simmons Hanly Conroy, a national leader in the legal representation of mesothelioma...

Madison County Sheriff's Office Warns of Email Payment Scam

MADISON COUNTY - The Madison County Sheriff’s Office warned the public about ...

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