Chris Rhodes is a photographer and reporter for RiverBender and EdGlenToday.com. He is a graduate of Lewis and Clark Community College in Godfrey, IL with a degree in Criminal Justice. He also runs the Madison County Scanner Page.
Chris loves camping,fishing, and photography. Chris is an Eagle Scout and lives in East Alton.
LITCHFIELD - The Litchfield Fire Department responded to a large fire at the Envotech Landfill on July 19, 2024, after being dispatched by Montgomery County 911 at 9:59 p.m. Upon arrival, the Litchfield Fire Department reported that an active pile of garbage, approximately 350 feet wide by 100...
ST CLAIR COUNTY — St Clair County County Sheriff Department's Major Tammy Grime, the Jail Superintendent, was honored as the Illinois Law Enforcement Officer of the Year by the Illinois Department of the American Legion at a ceremony on July 12. This morning, the Non-Commissioned Officers...
SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois State Police (ISP) welcomed 18 new troopers today from Cadet Class 147 during a graduation ceremony at the Illinois State Police Academy in Springfield. The new troopers are set to report to seven different troops across the state on Sunday, July 21, 2024. Cadet Class 147...
GRANITE CITY – The Granite City Police Department responded to a report of shots fired at the Burger King located at 3406 Nameoki Road on July 16, 2024, at approximately 6:13 p.m. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim and several witnesses who indicated that the suspect was involved...
JERSEY COUNTY — An elderly couple from Alton lost their lives in a flash-flooding incident between Beltrees Road and near Fessler Road in Jersey County on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, Jersey County Sheriff Nick Manns said. The woman was discovered inside the submerged vehicle, while the man's body...
GRAFTON — Over five to seven inches of rain in a short period in the Grafton region for some time inundated Route 100 and Route 3 and affected several side roads, according to city officials. "We are now in the process of clearing up areas where debris came from the fields," said Grafton Mayor...
HARTFORD – The Hartford Fire Department has recently installed new gear lockers at its station, thanks to a generous donation from Phillips 66. In January, Phillips 66 contributed nearly $40,000 to the department, enabling the purchase of new bunker gear and accessories, including boots, helmets,...
Watch as the water reservoir in Nashville, Illinois, experiences a catastrophic dam failure, leading to severe flooding in the streets. This footage captures the intense moments as water rushes through the town, affecting homes, businesses, and infrastructure. Stay informed and witness the power of natur...
ST. CLAIR COUNTY – A severe rainstorm on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, led to significant disruptions in the St. Clair County area, with emergency management personnel confirming that downed trees damaged homes in Dupo. The storm, which brought heavy rain and flooding, also resulted in the temporary...
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