Incomplete or delayed permit proposals and IEPA budget cuts are stalling approvals, prolonging Illinois communities’ exposure to hazardous sludge.

In 1925 Alton, officials reserved four streets for safe kids' sledding, enhancing winter fun and safety in the community.

At 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, Wreaths Across America held its 19th annual ceremony at Alton National Cemetery, 600 ...

The Saloonatics come back to Alton this Sunday ...

Black Crow Designs, located at 2521 State St. in Alton, will host a charcuterie class at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 23. Upgrade ...

ALTON, Ill. — The region's best catfish angler will be crowned in Alton this weekend, and they'll get a hefty cash prize to prove it. The Alton Catfish Classic is set to kick off on Saturday before ...

ALTON, Ill. — The Mississippi River Festival returns to Alton, Illinois, for two nights of music along the riverfront. The festival kicks off Friday night and will run again on Saturday at the Alton ...

ALTON, Ill. – Homicide detectives are investigating after a man was killed in a shooting at daybreak in Alton, Illinois. According to Sgt. Andrew Pierson, a spokesman for the Alton Police Department, ...

Alton church gives out free Christmas dinners this Christmas ...

Santa and his reindeer will make a stop at Duke Bakery, located at 819 Henry St. in Alton, at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24.

ALTON, Ill. – A former Alton police officer has pleaded guilty to stealing nearly $58,000 from a police union while employed, according to the Illinois Attorney General. Jeremiah T. Dressler, 42, of ...

St. John Missionary Baptist Church continued its annual tradition of serving hot meals to those entering their doors Thursday.