BETHALTO - On April 17, 2025, the Bethalto Police Department presented charges to the Madison County State’s Attorney's Office for Justin S. Banks, 35, of Bethalto. The following charges were filed by the Madison County State’s Attorney's Office: Justin S. Banks: CT I: Child Pornography (Class X Felony) CT II: Child Pornography (Class X Felony) CT III: Child Pornography (Class X Felony) CT IV: Child Pornography (Class X Felony) CT V: Child Pornography (Class X Felony) CT VI: Child Pornography (Class 2 Felony) CT VII: Child Pornography (Class 2 Felony) CT VIII: Child Pornography (Class 2 Felony) CT IX: Child Pornography (Class 2 Felony) CT X: Child Pornography (Class 2 Felony) On Jan. 30, 2025, the Bethalto Police Department Investigations Division received an Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) cybertip from the Illinois Attorney General’s Office. The cybertip showed that Child Pornography was being disseminated. Investigators were able t
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ALTON - The first-ever A-Tilla Fest is coming to the Alton Amphitheater this summer. On Saturday, July 26, 2025, community members are invited to an all-day, kid-friendly festival on the riverfront, complete with music from local bands and major headliners. The fun starts at 2 p.m. and runs until 10 p.m. with music from The Dirty Muggs, Borderline, Marquis Knoxx, NGK Band, Big Boogie, and Boosie Badazz. “The hype is there, and it’s still early, so that’s always a good sign,” said organizer Delancy Smith of D. Smith Promotions. “It’s probably one of the biggest shows that’s been down here in a while.” Smith explained that he has organized many shows over the years, but this is his first festival. He thanked the Amphitheater Commission for their support as he finalizes the details of the festival. He also expressed his appreciation for his team, 12 community members who have collaborated with him to create A-Tilla Fest. Borderline
A majority of Missouri voters approved paid sick leave and an increase in the state minimum wage in November, but Republicans in the Legislature are determined to repeal that law.
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