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Troy Man Who Killed His Mother Sentenced To 30 Years In Prison
10 hours ago
EDWARDSVILLE — Madison County State’s Attorney Tom Haine announced Tuesday that a Troy man convicted of first-degree murder in the death of his mother has been sentenced to 30 years in prison....[Read More]
Carden Circus Aerialist Looks Forward to Performances Jerseyville and Highland
13 hours ago
JERSEYVILLE/HIGHLAND - As Jerseyville and Highland prepare to welcome Carden Circus , aerialist Veronica Prado looks forward to returning to Illinois for the show. On May 27, 2025, in Jerseyville,...[Read More]
Granite City Toddler Battles Rare Eye Cancer With Help From Community
14 hours ago
GRANITE CITY — A Granite City family is facing a challenging journey after their 1-year-old daughter, Laiana Witt, was diagnosed with retinoblastoma, a rare form of eye cancer. Laiana is currentl...[Read More]
Edwardsville Police Donate $1,680 to Help Provide Shoes for Students
15 hours ago
EDWARDSVILLE – The Edwardsville Police Department and Edwardsville Fraternal Order of Police Lodge No. 244 are stepping in to offer a financial boost to a program aimed at providing shoes for...[Read More]
MCT Summer Youth Pass Returns For 2025
16 hours ago
PONTOON BEACH — With summer just around the corner, Madison County Transit (MCT) is excited to announce the return of the MCT Summer Youth Pass for 2025. This free pass is available to all Madison...[Read More]
The Mental Health Benefits of Spending Time in Nature
17 hours ago
Imagine a place where your mind can quiet down, your stress levels drop, and your overall mood lifts—all without medication or therapy. For many people, that place is nature. But why does spending...[Read More]
This Day in History: Levi Strauss Receives Patent for Levi Jeans
17 hours ago
May 20th holds a significant place in world history, marked by groundbreaking achievements and pivotal moments that have shaped our global narrative. Moving back in time, May 20 has witnessed remarkable...[Read More]
Man Faces Attempted Murder Charges After Shooting Three Fairview Heights Police Officers
May 19 2025 at 3:23 PM
FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS — A 22-year-old man has been charged in connection with a shooting that injured three Fairview Heights police officers on May 17, 2025. Elijah Thompson of Belleville faces four...[Read More]
Madison County: Road Closure on IL 143/157  
May 19 2025 at 2:53 PM
EDWARDSVILLE – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced a temporary road closure will be encountered on IL 143/157 in Edwardsville that began today, May 19, 2025. IL 143/157...[Read More]
Drury Announces Spring Day School 2025 Dean's List  
May 19 2025 at 2:33 PM
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. - Earning a spot on Drury University's Dean's List is a significant accomplishment. The recognition means a student earned a grade point average of 3.6 or greater (on a 4-point scale)...[Read More]
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