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Illinois fall trout season opens at select locations in October

2 months 3 weeks ago
ILLINOIS (WCIA) -- Yes, this is for "reel." Illinois' trout fishing season is opening soon. On Wednesday, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources announced that early fall catch-and-release trout fishing will open at select sites on Oct. 4. In Central Illinois, this includes: Fishers will not be allowed to take trout from any of the [...]
Molly Sweeney

Alton Housing Authority Properties Update Security Measures

2 months 3 weeks ago
ALTON - Alton Housing Authority properties are updating their security measures. There have been renewed conversations around safety following 17-year-old Shabrya Hudson’s shooting death in July 2025 at Oakwood Estates. Alton Housing Authority (AHA) Executive Director Gregory Denton shared that AHA works closely with the Alton Police Department to monitor cameras and patrol the properties, and they will continue to collaborate with residents to promote safety. “The Alton Housing Authority takes resident safety very seriously,” Denton said. “We have taken every measure to proactively protect our developments and make sure these neighborhoods are safe, stable places for our residents to call home.” Denton noted that current security measures include camera systems in Oakwood Estates and Alton Acres. AHA plans to install cameras in Alton Manor in the coming months. The existing camera systems have been upgraded within the last two years, and they

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Ameren Illinois electric rates fall 30% after summer surge

2 months 3 weeks ago
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) -- People can expect to see less expensive energy bills now that October has arrived. Starting June 1, Ameren customers saw as high as a $45 increase in their electric bills following a resource auction by the Mid-Continent Independent System Operator (MISO), the regional grid operator for the Ameren service territory. The [...]
Bradley Zimmerman

Pike County Residents Urged to Stay Inside During "Active Situation"

2 months 3 weeks ago
NEW CANTON - Residents of New Canton in Pike County are urged to stay inside while law enforcement responds to “an active situation.” On Thursday morning, Oct. 2, 2025, community members were told that law enforcement officers were present in New Canton. The Pike County Sheriff’s Department asked residents to remain indoors and await further updates. “Officers are in the area and actively working to bring this matter to a safe resolution,” the Pike County Sheriff’s Department said in a Facebook post . Nearby schools are reportedly on lockdown while the situation unfolds. This is a developing story. More information will be provided.

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St. Mary's Oktoberfest Invites Community to Weekend German-Themed Festival

2 months 3 weeks ago
ALTON - St. Mary’s will once again host their annual Oktoberfest. From Oct. 10–12, 2025, community members can stop by St. Mary’s Church in downtown Alton for three days of fun and community, featuring inflatables, games, live music, auctions, a 5K, bingo, free beer and more. The event serves as a fundraiser for St. Mary’s Church and school while bringing people together for a fun weekend. “We want everyone to feel like you’re part of the family,” said Ryan Downey, Oktoberfest chairperson. “We’re excited to have people show up and experience what we have to offer.” The fun starts on Friday night, Oct. 10, with a 5K or one-mile fun run at 6 p.m. DJ Dave will provide 5K entertainment, followed by the Glendale Riders from 7–11 p.m. on the main stage. The festival opens at 3 p.m. with games, inflatables, food, drinks and more. On Saturday, Oct. 11, grounds open at 1 p.m. with a keg-tapping on the main stage.

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Beer Master Tour

2 months 3 weeks ago

The biggest fans of Budweiser must book a Beermaster Tour while they’re in St. Louis. The two-hour tour gives guests an all-access look at how the King of Beers is […]

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Rachel Huffman

Day Fresh Tour

2 months 3 weeks ago

The most popular tour at the Anheuser-Busch Brewery in St. Louis explains the life of an Anheuser-Busch beer from seed to glass. Along the way, you’ll visit the Clydesdales Paddock […]

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Rachel Huffman