Alton City Council rescinds Sonya Bailey’s HR director appointment
Alton City Council voted 7-0 to rescind Sonya Bailey’s appointment as human resources director less than a month after approval.
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Alton Legion baseball back for another summer run at state
Alton Legion has a mix of players from high schools in Alton, Roxana, Wood River, Jerseyville, Piasa, Carrollton and even one player from Chatham.
Alton plan would limit visitor parking near police, fire stations, and City Hall soon
Alton plan would limit visitor parking near police, fire stations, and City Hall soon
Armed Robbery Reported of a Brinks Truck
Alton police investigate armed robbery of a Brinks truck outside Red Lobster on Homer Adams Parkway, with FBI and Illinois State Police assisting.
Alton comptroller Paul Fritsch explains how city budgeting really works
Alton Comptroller Paul Fritsch discusses municipal budgeting, revenue forecasting, and the difference between appropriations and budgets.
Alton hikers return to Gordon Moore Park for free Heartland Prairie Hike
Alton hikers can join a free Heartland Prairie Hike at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at Gordon Moore Park, with no registration required.
Alton's 29th Annual All-Wheels Drive-In Car Show Is Set For Sunday, June 7, 2026
Alton’s 29th Annual All-Wheels Drive-In Car Show returns June 7, 2026, with classic cars, hot rods, motorcycles, music, and downtown fun.
Alton native completes rookie season with Harlem Globetrotters
Ty'Ohn "Trouble" Trimble has traded the courts of Alton for a gig with one of the most famous sports franchises in the world.
Victims identified as Alton felon charged in woman's killing, hammer attack on man
John Hammond of Alton is charged after Mariah Fearn was killed and a man was shot and beaten with a hammer at a Milton Drive home.
THURSDAY BASEBALL: Alton's Hickman, Wendle combine to no-hit East
Alton’s Logan Hickman and Parker Wendle combined on a no-hitter as the Redbirds beat Belleville East 5-0 in prep baseball Thursday.
Play It Again Sports Boys Roundup - May 8-9, 2026
Highlights from May 8-9 Illinois high school baseball games including Father McGivney, Triad, Calhoun, and Alton
Annual "Ballin' With a Cop" Highlights Alton Police-Youth Relations
Alton Police and youth connect through basketball at the annual
Alton urges residents to check trash bills for credits, delinquencies
Alton residents may have unpaid or overpaid trash bills as the city steps up outreach on credits, refunds and delinquent balances.
Alton Farmers and Artisans Market opens 34th season Downtown
The Alton Farmers and Artisans Market opened its 34th season Saturday, bringing local produce, crafts, and food to Downtown shoppers.
Alton High School Class of 1958 Reunion
Members of the Alton High School Class of 1958 are invited to attend their upcoming class reunion on May 16, 2026, at The Loading Dock in Grafton. Th
Alton Main Street to host spring What's Up Downtown at The Wedge
Alton Main Street’s spring What’s Up Downtown is on May 12 at The Wedge with business updates, development news, and free refreshments.
Alton Police Investigation Leads to Charges In Theft By Deception Case at Terrace Cannabis Dispensary
Alton Police charge Chicago's Anthony Arias Tria in a $64,000 theft by deception at Terrace Cannabis Dispensary, aided by multi-agency investigation and technology.
Alton Farmers' and Artisans' Market Opens This Weekend
Alton Farmers' and Artisans' Market opens May 9 in downtown Alton with fresh produce, artisan crafts, themed events, and SNAP benefits Match program.
Alton Man In Custody On Latest Domestic Battery Charges
Alton's John T. Tanner, 37, faces new domestic battery felony charges amid prior convictions in Madison and Macoupin Counties.
Marquette Catholic Boys Tennis Defeats City Rival Alton High 7-2
Marquette Catholic boys tennis beats Alton High 7-2 in city rivalry match with standout wins by players like Hubert Allen and Ryan Joehl in Alton, 2026.
Alton's Elysian Gallery to close, reopen as art cafe and cultural hub
Elysian Gallery will close at Mineral Springs Mall and reopen June 6 as Elysian Gallery and Cafe, a new art and community hub.
Alton Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market 2026 Season!
The 2026 season of the Alton Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market will run every Saturday morning from 8:00 a.m. until noon, starting May 9th t
Alton Elementary Students Compete in Spelling Bee
Alton Community Unit School District #11's elementary students competed in the 2026 spelling bee, showcasing top spellers like Talia McDonald and fostering academic pride
Raglin Is Triple Winner At Southwestern Conference Girls Meet
Rayna Raglin dominates Southwestern Conference Girls Meet in Alton with triple sprint wins; Edwardsville tops team standings.