GODFREY – Godfrey is one step closer to passing new regulations on video gaming within the village. Village Board members gave an “Ordinance Regulating Liquor and Gaming” a first reading at their Jan. 20, 2026 meeting , with a second reading and final vote set for Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026. Currently, businesses holding Class A and Class N liquor licenses are eligible for video gaming licenses in Godfrey. Class A licenses apply to restaurants, while Class N licenses apply t
After 25 years of service in steel production for the city of Alton, Illinois, Alton Steel Inc. announced on Monday that it will be shutting its doors indefinitely.
Warren Haynes and his band Gov’t Mule are headed to New Orleans for two special shows at The Orpheum Theater.The concerts will kick off April 30 with the Warren Haynes…
GLEN CARBON - State Senator Erica Harriss (56 th -Glen Carbon) has released the following statement following today’s closure announcement of Alton Steel: “I am truly shocked by today’s announcement. Just weeks ago, Alton Steel was actively hiring, and there were no indications that these jobs or this facility were at risk. Families built their plans and their futures around this work, and that sense of stability has been pulled out from under them without warning. “An
On Monday, Anheuser-Busch unveiled its 2026 Super Bowl spot, marking the beer brand’s 150th anniversary with a return to two of its most iconic symbols: the Budweiser Clydesdales and the American Bald Eagle.
Alex Jeffrey Pretti was an ICU nurse at the Minneapolis VA hospital. He spent his days caring for American veterans—the men and women who served this country and came home broken in body or mind. He wanted to make a difference in this world. That is what his parents said, in a statement released hours […]
Alton Steel Inc. said Monday it is shutting down effective this week, citing "insurmountable challenges" such as aging infrastructure, intense competition and industry consolidation.
CAHOKIA HEIGHTS - State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) is collecting ‘Valentine’s for Veterans’ cards and drawings at his district office in Cahokia Heights. Representative Schmidt is encouraging students and residents of all ages to make Valentine cards with a special thank you, including well-wishes to veterans that served our nation in the U.S. Armed Forces. “I believe the small things we do for the men and women who served our country makes a big difference
ALTON – State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) released the following statement following news that Alton Steel Inc. plans to cease operations this week: “I am stunned to learn about Alton Steel’s decision to shut its doors. First and foremost, my concerns are with the over 250 employees whose lives are upended by this closure. I will engage with state and local partners to do everything I can to assist with job placement. "I am thankful for the 25 years that Alton Steel
ALTON/JERSEYVILLE - Denise Sparks of Sparks Junk Removal wants to see more choice in the trash industry. Sparks recently stopped by “Our Daily Show!” with CJ Nasello to talk about Jerseyville’s public forum held on Jan. 20, 2026, regarding the city’s curbside trash pickup . She commended Mayor Kevin Stork for “really listen to what the people had to say,” but emphasized that Jerseyville residents don’t want the city to enter into an exclusive
Cream is set to revisit their 2005 reunion.The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band — Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker and Jack Bruce — will mark the 20th anniversary of their reunion at…
Two-term incumbent U.S. Rep. Nikki Budzinski of Springfield picks up Democratic primary opponent in Dylan Blaha, a progressive Army veteran from Urbana
Legislation that would allow fully driverless cars and taxis onto Missouri roads advanced out of a House committee last week, sparking concerns of public safety, job loss, and questions about who should be in control of the future of driverless vehicles in the state.
ALTON – Meeting participants at Alton City Hall may soon have less time to address the city’s elected officials. Alton Committee of the Whole members are set to consider a resolution at their next meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026 which would shorten the time limit for public comments from the current five minutes to three minutes per speaker. If more than 10 people sign up to make comments at the same meeting, each individual’s time would be limited further to just two
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