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VANDALIA – An investigation by Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation Special Agents resulted in charges against 43-year-old Arnold B. Rivera of Vandalia, in connection with the death of 14-year-old Kylie M. Toberman of Vandalia. On November 14, 2025, Vandalia Police Officers found the body of Toberman inside a residence in 1100 block of West Gallatin Street in Vandalia and requested assistance from ISP and the Illinois Child Death Investigation Task Force. An extensive

A man in Peoria, Illinois, risked his own safety to pull a driver from a burning truck after a three-vehicle crash, suffering burns in the process.

Well, well, well. If it isn’t the system of checks and balances. We’ve missed you, buddy! Long story somewhat short: ICE has been terrible for years, but it’s been much worse under Trump. During Trump’s first regime (~2016-2020), ICE got rocked by a court decision that prevented it from engaging in traffic stops just so […]

The SunFounder Raspberry Pi Pico W Ultimate Starter Kit offers a rich learning experience for beginners aged 8 and up. With over 450 components, 117 projects, and expert-led tutorials, this kit makes learning microcontroller programming engaging and accessible. It also features 27 video lessons by renowned educator Paul McWhorter, simplifying microcontroller programming and IoT concepts. Packed […]

BRIGHTON — A Jerseyville man with a lengthy criminal record faces multiple new charges following an incident involving a Brighton Police officer on Nov. 11, 2025. Michael A. Malloy, 45, was charged Nov. 12, 2025, with one count of aggravated battery to a peace officer, a Class 2 felony. The charge stems from allegations that Malloy pushed and struggled with the officer during the encounter. The following day, Nov. 13, Malloy was charged in Jersey County with aggravated stalking, a Class

GRANITE CITY – Granite City Community Unit School District #9 is proud to announce that three students were recognized by the Madison County Green Schools Program as winners in the 2025 America Recycles Day Poster Contest. The honorees include Jace Boyer of Wilson Elementary School (K–2 Division, 3rd Place), Katelynn Taylor of Maryville Elementary School (3rd–5th Grade Division, 1st Place), and Taylor Thomas of Coolidge Junior High School (6th–8th Grade Division,

One man is in custody after attacking his friend outside a Warrenton motel earlier this month, leaving the victim with a permanent brain injury.

Dark money groups gave Republicans $2 million on Sunday to try and fend off a ballot initiative

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Sunday night abruptly changed his tune, telling House Republicans to vote on a bill to compel the Department of Justice to release all files related to its investigation into sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, who died in jail in 2019 awaiting federal trial. In a post on his social media […]

Ryan Williams was charged with two counts of first-degree property damage after throwing rocks at the Hertz Building and Globe Building in downtown St. Louis, breaking nine windows and glass panels.

ROYAL LAKES - Eugene Arnold, 62, of Royal Lakes, was charged with Aggravated Battery Using a Deadly Weapon. On Tuesday, November 11, 2025, Arnold agglegdly drove and struck the victim with his vehicle, causing the victim to fall to the ground and receive an injury. The Macoupin County Sheriff's Department presented the case. Macoupin County Sheriff’s Office records indicate Arnold was released from custody and was given conditions for his pre-trial release. All individuals charged

ST. LOUIS — The American Red Cross encourages donors to Level Up their impact by giving blood or platelets this November. The last two months of the year can be a challenge?for many donors trying to juggle regular donation appointments with packed schedules full of seasonal activities and holiday planning. Donors of all blood types - especially those with types O negative, O positive and B negative blood and those giving platelets - are urged to make an appointment to donate now. We’re

BETHALTO - Enjoy a day of great food and help local families keep food on their table. Roma’s Pizza restaurant is hosting a “Dine to Donate” fundraiser to benefit Operation Blessing on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Mention Operation Blessing when you place your order for any menu items and Operation Blessing earns a percentage of sales. Roma’s Pizza is located at 121 E. Bethalto Dr. in Bethalto, IL. Begin your Thanksgiving celebration with

Gregg Favre, a Navy officer and former St. Louis fire captain, takes over the agency after its tornado-siren failure.

ST. CHARLES, Mo. - A woman is back in custody after stealing a vehicle in St. Charles County Friday morning. According to the St. Charles Police Department, officers were called for a report of a stolen vehicle. When police arrived, the victim provided video of an individual entering the car. However, one of the officers [...]

ALTON – For the fourth consecutive time in the past 24 months, a Metro East hospital with a 100-year health care ministry in the Riverbend region is celebrating national distinction for achievements in prioritizing patient safety by protecting patients from preventable harm and errors. OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony’s Health Center again has earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog, for the Fall 2025 reporting

GODFREY – LaMay’s Catering and Monte World, along with a network of local partners, will host their annual free Thanksgiving Community Dinner, Tuesday, Nov. 25, at Lewis and Clark Community College. “This year, we’re excited to introduce expanded initiatives to support seniors, individuals in need, and now, local college students who may be facing food insecurity during the holiday season,” said Jason Harrison, co-owner of LaMay’s Catering. The free event