This Day in Music History: Oct. 18, From ‘West Side Story’ to Adele’s Breakthrough

On Oct. 18, 1961, “West Side Story” premiered at New York’s Rivoli Theater, bringing...

This Day in History: October 18 Sees Alaska Transfer from Russian to American Administration

On October 18, 1867, Russia formally transferred Alaska to the United States at a ceremony in Sitka....

Public Comment Sought on Illinois 15 and Bond Avenue Improvements

ST. CLAIR COUNTY – The Illinois Department of Transportation will hold a public meeting t...

This Day in Music History: Oct. 17, From ‘Hair’ to ‘The River’

Rock music found a new kind of stage on Oct. 17, 1967, when “Hair” opened at Joseph Papp’...

This Day in History: October 17, From Saratoga to the Paris Demonstrations

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TMSM Chamber Announces 2026 Women’s Conference, Sparks Is Keynote Spaker

TROY, IL. — The Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob/Marine Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce...

St. Louis Police Investigate Shooting That Left Teen Critical

ST. LOUIS - A 16-year-old boy was hospitalized in critical, unstable condition after a shooting Thursday,...

Godfrey Mayor Asks Alton To Settle Longstanding Sewer Repayment Dispute

ALTON – Alton and Godfrey officials may be closer to resolving a sewage-related repayment issu...

Troy-Area Boy Gains Greater Independence Thanks to Life-Changing Power Wheelchair

TROY, IL- Eleven-year-old Gage is known for his kind heart, his willingness to help others, and hi...

Byway Discovery Center to Open Nov. 6 in Southwest Illinois

ALTON - A new chapter in tourism along one of America's great river landscapes launches with the...

Simmons Hanly Conroy Wins $5M Verdict Against Honda and Yamaha

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Pope Leo XIV Diagnosis Puts Lung Cancer Screening in Focus

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Madison County Celebrates Workforce Achievements, Community Partnerships

EDWARDSVILLE — Determination, perseverance and the pursuit of brighter futures took center stag...

Opinion: Nick Novacich Endorses Judge Patrick King for Circuit Judge

I’m proud to endorse my friend, Circuit Judge Patrick King, for retention as Madison County...

SIUE Police Charge St. Louis Man With Vehicular Invasion, Robbery

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Helmkamp Cares Foundation Surpasses $1 Million in Charitable Giving, Celebrating Community Impact and Employee-Led Philanthropy

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Opinion: Business and Labor Groups Back Amy Elik For State Representative

ALTON — State Representative Amy Elik’s re-election campaign has earned endorsements...

Alton Police Report Details Public Works Picketing Incidents

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Hallmark Names Carlinville Its Merriest Christmas Town Of 2026

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