SIUE Selects Liang Cheng as Engineering Dean
SIUE names Liang Cheng, PhD, as School of Engineering dean. He joins from the University of Toledo and starts Aug. 19.
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Illinois Nears New Auto Insurance Oversight as Reform Bill Awaits Governor’s Signature
Illinois Senate Bill 714 would let regulators review auto insurance rate hikes, boosting transparency, accountability and consumer protections for drivers.
Pritzker signs Illinois law increasing compensation for wrongfully imprisoned people
Pritzker signs Illinois Certificate of Innocence Act to raise compensation for wrongfully imprisoned people and expand eligibility statewide.
Police Probe Fatal College Hill Shooting
Police probe fatal College Hill shooting in St. Louis after Jobori Bell, 28, was found dead inside a residence on Obear.
Flood Search Ends In Tragic Discovery
Faith Gregory found dead in Huzzah Creek after Crawford County, Missouri flood search; volunteers, sheriff, and fire crews responded.
Update: Illinois State Police Continue To Investigate Mass Shooting
Illinois State Police investigate East St. Louis mass shooting that killed five family members and injured two others; two teen suspects are in custody.
Carbondale Store Owner Sentenced to 46-Month Imprisonment and Ordered to Pay Over $560,000 in Restitution f...
Carbondale store owner Dean Amley sentenced to 46 months for SNAP fraud scheme, with $564,936 restitution ordered in Illinois.
Five Dead In Tragic East St. Louis Shootings Case
Illinois State Police probe East St. Louis shootings that killed five people; two 16-year-old suspects are in custody.
"Biking for Babies" Brings Bicyclists to Southern Illinois on 600-Mile Pro-Life Trek
Biking for Babies rides through Southern Illinois July 17, 2026, ending in St. Louis to support pregnancy centers and a pro-life mission.
Alton Man Dies in Early Morning Godfrey Crash
Alton man Anthony M. Stewart dies in early-morning Godfrey crash on Montclair Avenue; Madison County Sheriff’s Office investigates.
In Japan, Duckworth Continues Efforts to Bring More Agriculture, Quantum and Economic Investments to Illinois
Duckworth visits Japan to attract agriculture, quantum and manufacturing investments for Illinois, meeting Toshiba, IBM, JBIC, DMG MORI and Osaka leaders.
Alton Draws Thousands for Expanded July 3, 2026, Fireworks
Alton fireworks drew thousands downtown July 3 for the nation’s 250th anniversary celebration, with Mayor David Goins praising the expanded riverfront show.
JULY 9 IN DECATUR: Budzinski to Convene Third Workforce Summit, Highlighting Careers in Agriculture
Budzinski’s July 9 Decatur workforce summit spotlights agriculture careers, CTE, and training partnerships at Richland Community College.
Alton Police Warn Retailers on New Hemp Age Law
Alton Police warn retailers on Illinois’ new hemp age law, banning intoxicating products like Delta-8 and HHC sales to anyone under 21.
Edwardsville Honors Liberty Middle Track and Field Team After State Run
Edwardsville honors Liberty Middle School’s boys track team after a strong Class 4A state meet, led by Josh Payne and other medalists.
Weekend Weather Brings Dangerous Heat Then Stronger Storm Threats
Extreme Heat Warning grips the area Friday, then stronger thunderstorms threaten Saturday and Sunday with flooding downpours, hail, and damaging winds.
Mid Illinois Gymnasts Shine at Nationals in Madison
Mid Illinois Gymnastics in Godfrey earned podium finishes at nationals in Madison, Wis., led by Joseph Elliott and Ellie McKenney.
Byron, Carlson, Petri & Kalb Male Athlete Of The Month: McGivney's Omar Avalos Earns 2026 IHSA Class 2A All...
McGivney’s Omar Avalos earns 2026 IHSA Class 2A All-State honors after a .519 average and standout season in Glen Carbon.
Alton Man In Custody After Alleged Attacks With Wrench, Chainsaw
Alton man Every L. Harris faces felony aggravated battery charges after alleged wrench and chainsaw attacks on the same victim.
Community Support Fuels Duke Bakery’s 75-Year Legacy
Duke Bakery celebrated 75 years in Alton’s Haskell Park with Mayor David Goins, a 75-foot cake, Duke on the Go trailer and community festivities.
Madison County Authorities Seize Over 3 Tons Of Fireworks, Trailer In Troy
Madison County authorities seized 6,040 pounds of fireworks and a trailer from two Troy residents accused of illegal storage and sales.
Drones to Support Safety at Edwardsville Independence Day Celebration
Edwardsville Police will use drones at the July 4, 2026 Independence Day Celebration at the American Legion to boost safety and response.
Sievers Throws Two-Hit Shutout, Fans 10, Alton Post 126 Bounces Back With 8-0 Win Over Eureka
Cam Sievers threw a two-hit shutout with 10 strikeouts as Alton Post 126 topped Eureka 8-0 in Washington, Mo., and advanced.
Wieter Throws No-Hitter, Strikes Out Six, Alton Legion Falls To Aviston Express Post 1239 10-0
Bryce Wieter no-hits Alton Post 126 as Aviston Post 1239 rolls 10-0 in District 22 American Legion baseball at Aviston.