10-Year-Old In Infant Killing Stays In Juvenile Court

ST. LOUIS - A 10-year-old charged with first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of his 7-month-old...

Hayner Library to Host Patriotic Concert, Other Summer Events

ALTON - As summer continues, the Hayner Public Library District has several events and programs...

Granite City Swears In Two New Firefighters

GRANITE CITY - Granite City Firefighters Local 253 has introduced two new firefighters,...

Tunguska Blast, Congo Independence and Soyuz 11 Among Key Events on June 30

On June 30, 1908, a massive explosion tore through the remote forests near the Tunguska River in...

Grafton Launches "Every Home, One Flag" Patriotic Challenge

GRAFTON — A new community initiative in Grafton is urging every household to fly the American...

Alton Police Charge Two With Mob Action, Battery Of Pregnant Victim

ALTON – An Alton woman is among two people charged in Madison County with battering a pregnant...

Madison County Trio Completes Certified Court Manager Training

EDWARDSVILLE — Strong leadership helps build stronger courts. Madison County Circuit Clerk...

‘Violent Offender Against Youth’ Charged With Domestic Battery, Registration Failure

EAST ALTON – An East Alton man faces his latest criminal charges in Madison County after an...

Haine Announces 13-Year Prison Term For Woman Convicted Of Sexual Assault

BETHALTO/EDWARDSVILLE - A Bethalto woman was sentenced Monday, June 29, 2026, to 13 years in prison...

Bluff City Grill’s July 3 Party Returns with Food, Music and Fireworks Viewing

ALTON - Bluff City Grill will host its beloved July 3 party with great views of the Alton fireworks....

"Rockin' With Robert" Concert Series Reschedules June 30th Show Due to Extreme Heat

ALTON - Due to extreme heat, the Rockin’ With Robert concert planned for June 30, 2026, ha...

Austin Mullins Sentenced to 32 Years in Wood River Killing

EDWARDSVILLE - Austin Mullins, 22, of Alton, was sentenced to 32 years in prison after pleading guilt...

Propeller Hazards Pose Severe Risks for Swimmers Near Boats

Warmer weather means people flocking to lakes and rivers in droves to enjoy some fishing or time...

Rising Stars: Alton Sisters Pursue Law Degrees Together at Saint Louis University

ALTON - Two Alton sisters, Koran Mason-El and Kamren Mason-El, are making history in their family...

Heat Wave Pushes Indices Near 110 This Week

ALTON/EDWARDSVILLE/BELLEVILLE — Local and Illinois officials have urged residents in Madison...

Cooling Centers in the Riverbend Region for Summer 2026

RIVERBEND - As summer heats up this week with a heatwave coming in, there are places to stay cool...

Pritzker Energy Trailer Bill Adds Clarity on County Authority

SPRINGFIELD - Gov. JB Pritzker signed House Bill 1700 into law Friday, June 26,...

Father Charged After Infant Killed in Shooting

ST. LOUIS — A 19-year-old father, Ca’Marion Pawnell, has been charged with second-degree...

Lane Closures Scheduled At I-270/Illinois 111 Interchange In Madison County

PONTOON BEACH – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that intermittent...

North Mac High School to host Community Blood Drive with ImpactLife Wednesday, July 15

VIRDEN, Ill. - North Mac High School will host a Community Blood Drive with ImpactLife, the provider...

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