Alton Man Faces Domestic Battery Charges After Violent Altercation

ALTON – An 18-year-old from Alton faces criminal charges for a domestic attack that escalated...

2025 Women of Distinction: Michelle Matsche Advocates for the Neurodivergent Community

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Sen. Harriss to Host Annual Community Shred Event and Cleanup Day

WOOD RIVER - State Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) is excited to once again partner with severa...

Hop into Easter with a Family-Friendly Brunch at 612North

ST. LOUIS – Celebrate Easter Sunday with an unforgettable brunch experience at 612North! On...

Godfrey Breaks Ground on New Dog Park

GODFREY - The Village of Godfrey has officially broken ground on a new dog park. On Friday, Marc...

Granite City Police Officer Andrew Halley Named Timmins Memorial Foundation 2024 Officer of the Year

GRANITE CITY - The Tyler Timmins Memorial Foundation honored Officer Andrew Halley of the Granite...

Alton Police Leaders Engage in Southern Illinois Criminal Justice Summit

ALTON - Members of the Alton Police Department, including Chief Jarrett Ford, participated in the...

Opinion: Dettmers Responds To Decision On Thursday To Change Wood River Special Meeting Rules

Letter To The Editor: At the Special City Council Meeting of March 6th, the vote to increase the...

Godfrey Outlines Plans for Proposed Tolle Lane Improvements

GODFREY - Community members gathered at Godfrey Village Hall for an informational meeting about...

This Day in History on March 7: Selma to Montgomery Marches Begin

March 7th has seen its fair share of pivotal moments throughout history. One of the most notable...

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Wood River Changes Special Meeting Requirements

WOOD RIVER – In another special meeting Wednesday evening, Wood River City Council members...

Millstadt Rep. Schmidt’s Bill Creates the Veterans Day Paid Leave Act

SPRINGFIELD - State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) filed legislation to expand recognitio...

Swansea Firefighter’s Legacy Lives On Through Community Support

SPRINGFIELD — The Swansea Police Department, along with community leaders and family members...

St. Clair County Transit District Celebrates Grand Opening Of Tecklenburg Trail In Belleville

BELLEVILLE - Representatives of St. Clair County Transit District (SCCTD) today joined with local...

Alton Man Detained In Elderly Battery Case

ALTON – After battering two elderly victims, an Alton man remains in custody pending multiple...

St. Clair County: Lane Closure On Westbound I-64  

LEBANON – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced lane restrictions wil...

100 Years Ago: Alton Woman Plays Basketball at University of Illinois

A March 5, 1925, article in the Alton Evening Telegraph announced that a 1924 graduate of Alton...

2025 Women of Distinction: Kim Hunt is Building a Village for Kids

ALTON - Kim Hunt had people who advocated for her, and it’s her goal in life to repay the...

Alton ‘Repeat Felony Offender’ Faces New Weapon, Drug Charges

ALTON – An Alton man with multiple prior convictions past faces five new felony charges after...

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