Keaton Wagler says leaving Illinois for NBA Draft was tough decision
Illinois star Keaton Wagler told Jim Rome why he left the Illini for the 2026 NBA Draft and called the pre-draft process "super surreal."
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'Toy Story 5,' a Pride Month Pixar sequel, offers an unexpected guide to finding connection
A flawed “Toy Story 5” unexpectedly finds meaning in love, dating and the real-life connections that happen beyond screens.
EXPIRED: Tornado warning issued for parts of Bond and Madison counties in Illinois
The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning for parts of Bond and Madison counties in Illinois until 3:30 p.m. CDT.
Tornado watch issued for Alton, Edwardsville with a few tornadoes likely
A tornado watch has been issued for the St. Louis Metro East area until 9 p.m. with a couple tornadoes likely.
EXPIRED: Tornado warning issued for parts of Madison, St. Clair and Clinton counties
A tornado warning is in effect until 5:45 p.m. for parts of Madison, St. Clair and Clinton counties in southwest Illinois.
How slavery split an Alton church and drew Abraham Lincoln’s notice
Abraham Lincoln cited an Alton Unitarian church as an example of slavery’s divisions after a bitter 1856 dispute over an antislavery sermon.
Alton to launch America’s 250th anniversary celebration with riverfront festival
Alton’s 250 on the Mississippi festival brings family activities, live music, and July 3 fireworks to downtown July 1-3.
Alton Legion falls in consolation title game at Gator Classic
Alton Legion Post 126 split two games Saturday and finished 1-2 in the Trenton Post 778 Gator Classic baseball tournament.
Take a shot, but do it quicker: IHSA finalizes shot clock for next season
IHSA will require a 35-second shot clock in Illinois varsity boys and girls basketball starting in the 2026-27 season.
Aficionados de Escocia invaden Boston por el Mundial y los bares no se dan abasto
FOXBORO, Massachusetts, EE.UU. (AP) — Los aficionados de Escocia empezaron a planear la fiesta en cuanto se enteraron que su país iniciaría su novena participación en una Copa del Mundo en...
Friends, family of couple who died in crash 'annoyed wheels of justice turning slow'
Family and friends want answers after a Roodhouse couple died days apart following a car crash.
Illinois leads nation in tornadoes as severe weather conditions increase
SIUE researcher points to more tornado-supportive environments across the Midwest, while traditional Tornado Alley states have generally seen declines.
Our Past: The Telegraph headlines for June 20 over past 100 years
The Telegraph's popular feature uses headlines from the past century to tell readers about Alton's history and the broader region.
Menopause relief legislation should help women stay on needed care
Longer prescriptions would mean fewer pharmacy stops, easier access for rural customers and coverage during vacations or work trips.
East Alton appoints Wesley Hockaday as police sergeant
East Alton approved Wesley Hockaday’s promotion to police sergeant, then honored him with a badge-pinning ceremony led by his son.
The Telegraph’s award history reveals a newsroom repeatedly recognized statewide
For more than 30 years, The Telegraph punched above its weight in photojournalism, design, watchdog reporting and community-service journalism.
Alton friends born the same day celebrate 90 years of life and legacy
Two lifelong Alton friends born on the same day will celebrate their 90th birthdays, their legacy, and decades of friendship at Gordon Moore Park.
Questioning Japan’s centenarian records after past reporting errors | Joe Crawford
A columnist reflects on Japan’s long life expectancy and past reporting errors involving centenarian records and missing residents.
Metro East Start-Up Challenge opens applications for 2026 business competition
Business plan competition at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville offers cash prizes, mentoring and professional services for regional startups.
Madison County sheriff touts work that solved 1993 Granite City killing
Madison County Sheriff Jeff Connor told the County Board how DNA and genealogy work helped solve the 1993 killing of Randy Gail Black Sperino.
Summers Port Sharks swim past Sunset Hills
Summers Port Sharks earned a 398-177 SWISA swim meet win over Sunset Hills Stingrays behind two triple winners and 11 relay victories.
Raging Rivers to host first Sensory Sunday for visitors with disabilities
Raging Rivers Waterpark will offer a quiet Sensory Sunday hour with free admission for visitors with disabilities and their caretakers.
Madison County approves purchasing 5 Downtown Wood River buildings for offices
Madison County Board approved buying five Downtown Wood River buildings for $763,478.11 and plans $12 million in renovations.
The Foundry Public House in Edwardsville reopens under new ownership
The Main Street restaurant, bar, patio and live music venue reopens today after renovations, following City Council approval of a liquor license in May.