WILLIAMSON — Deputies and detectives from the Madison County Sheriff's Office are investigating a shooting incident that occurred on Adams Avenue at Third Street in Williamson, a small community with a population of 183 near Staunton on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. The call to the Madison County Sheriff's Office came at Tuesday morning. Chief Deputy Sheriff Marcos Pulido confirmed that the investigation is ongoing, but preliminary information suggests that the individuals involved are generally familiar with one another, indicating that this was not a random act of violence. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries and has been transported to a hospital in St. Louis for treatment, Pulido said. Further details regarding the circumstances of the incident have not been disclosed as authorities continue their investigation.
BETHALTO – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that intermittent lane closures on Illinois 140 between the intersection of Illinois 111/Illinois 140 and Sanders Street in Madison County will begin, weather permitting, Monday, April 7, for resurfacing. Flaggers will maintain one lane of traffic. Drivers are urged to reduce speed, be alert for changing conditions, obey all construction signage, and refrain from using mobile devices while approaching and traveling through the work zone. The work is expected to be completed by July. For IDOT District 8 updates, follow us on the social media platform X at @IDOTDistrict8 or view area construction details on IDOT’s traveler information map on GettingAroundIllinois.com.
Fairmount Park, the longtime horse racing track in St. Louis' Metro East region, is making history this season. The venue will add a new casino complex to become the first racino in the state of Illinois.
ST. LOUIS - As Tuesday, April 1, marks April Fool's Day, agencies, businesses and groups are partaking in the fun and sharing jokes with locals. O'Fallon, Missouri, Police Department Police from O'Fallon, Missouri, shared a picture of a small dog peering out their K-9 office, announcing that budget cuts left them with the new trainee, [...]
Maplewood city council members Nick Homa, Ward 3; Shawn Faulkingham, Ward3; Matt Coriell, Ward 1; Krista Garcia, Ward 1 and Eric Page, Ward 2 have endorsed C Wiley for Ward 1 council member. The endorsements are below, beginning with Homa’s. Nick Homa sent this to 40 South and asked for it to be posted. I […]
The U.S. government just demonstrated exactly why due process matters. In what should be a shocking admission, the Trump administration revealed in court that it had made a bit of an oopsie (they call it an “administrative error”) — one that resulted in trafficking a Maryland father with protected legal status to a Salvadoran prison. […]
ALTON - From Alton to Godfrey, East Alton to Wood River, and the entire Riverbend region — this election was a fight. Every candidate gave it their all, laid out their vision, and worked hard to shape the future of their communities. Their supporters stood with them, knocking on doors and pushing forward with energy and passion. That’s what democracy is all about. But tomorrow, the election is over. Some will celebrate. Others won’t. That’s how it goes. But what happens next? That’s what matters. Our communities don’t move forward divided. They don’t succeed through fighting. They thrive when we get to work—when we build, when we fix, when we come together. The schools, businesses, roads, and neighborhoods that needed attention yesterday still need it tomorrow. The issues that mattered last week don’t disappear just because the votes are counted. This isn’t like the national election. We are all neighbors, friends, an
Looks like Bruce Springsteen is trying to tell us something.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer shared a cryptic post on social media that suggests he’s set to reveal some news…
Under an emerging Republican plan to require some Medicaid recipients to work, between 4.6 million and 5.2 million adults ages 19 to 55 could lose their health care coverage, according to a new analysis. The study, conducted by Urban Institute researchers with support from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, calculated that up to 39% of […]
immy Snuggerud, a highly-touted St. Louis Blues prospect and one of college hockey's brightest stars this season, is set to make his NHL debut on Tuesday.
ALTON - Alton Mayoral candidate Brant Walker discussed his vision for the city recently during an appearance on "Our Daily Show!" with CJ Nasello. Walker, who is campaigning to lead Alton, emphasized the need for economic development, improved infrastructure, and effective management of rental properties. During the interview, Walker shared his vision for the future and included some discussion of the challenges Alton faced during his previous time as mayor, including frequent flooding and the impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on local businesses. Walker said he was proud of how he and his staff handled all the challenges that presented themselves during that period. "We’ve been accustomed to dealing with floods about every 10 months, and while we became better at flood fighting, the pandemic also brought constant challenges," he said. Walker noted that about 50 percent of the city consists of rental properties, which he believes poses a challenge for community stability. "We
ALTON - Alton Alderman and candidate for Mayor Ray Strebel's campaign outlines several key themes, starting with a commitment to restoring fiscal responsibility. He argues that understanding the allocation of tax dollars should be accessible to all residents. "You shouldn’t need an accounting degree to understand how your tax dollars are spent," he said, asserting that City Hall should operate as efficiently as families manage their own budgets. He expressed concerns over proposed salary increases for department heads, labeling such actions as "negligence" rather than leadership. Public safety is another cornerstone of Strebel's campaign, as he highlights Alton's crime rate, which he notes is higher than the national average. "That’s not just a statistic — that’s a wake-up call," he said, advocating for proactive measures to enhance community safety. Strebel argues that a secure environment is crucial for attracting families and businesses to the area. Infrastructure
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