Jerseyville woman charged in armed robbery case

A Jerseyville woman has been charged as the second suspect, alongside an Alton man, in an armed robbery case.

Update: Police Take Man Into Custody After Perimeter Formed

EAST ALTON — Police searching for a suspect following an earlier domestic incident in Alton found his vehicle at a house on North Ninth in East Alton. He initially refused to come out, but at 10:40 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, after a perimeter was formed by law enforcement, he left the home and was taken into custody.

Person of Interest identified in weekend football game shooting

The Major Case Squad is asking for help locating the person of interest from the shooting in Madison, Illinois.

Semitrailer Overturns On Interstate 55 In Madison County

MADISON COUNTY – A truck-tractor semitrailer overturned along the right side of northbound Interstate 55 in Madison County on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, prompting a right-lane closure that ended about three hours later, according to preliminary information from Illinois State Police. Illinois State Police Troop 8 responded to a...

Riley Russell Faces Felony Charges After Edwardsville Police Investigation

EDWARDSVILLE — A 33-year-old man is in custody after an Edwardsville Police investigation involving a juvenile led to felony charges of criminal sexual abuse and aggravated battery, according to the Edwardsville Police Department. The Madison County State’s Attorney’s Office filed a criminal information against Riley Russell, who has no...

Experience Burger Perfection At This Timeless Old-School Drive-In Hidden Away In Beautiful Illinois

Somewhere in Wood River, Illinois, tucked along a quiet street and covered by a canopy that’s seen more happy customers than most restaurants ever dream of, King Louie’s Drive-In is waiting for you. It’s not hiding exactly, but it’s not shouting either, and that quiet confidence is part...

Latest On Case That Involved Multiple Law Enforcement Agencies: Man Arrested After Refusal to Exit Prompts SWAT Response

ALTON — An Alton man facing charges stemming from several police investigations was taken into custody Nov. 5, 2026, after refusing to leave a residence in unincorporated Madison County, prompting officers to call in a SWAT team, Alton Police said. Justin D. Mundy, 38, was arrested at about 10:40...

The Telegraph's Alton area headlines for Nov. 7 over past 100 years of history

Nov. 7 headlines include Elijah P. Lovejoy descendant retraces his final days in 2006

Pearl man arrested after extensive Calhoun County meth investigation

A Pearl man was arrested after a Calhoun County meth investigation resulted in him being charged more than a year ago.

El Niño, polar vortex could shape Edwardsville winter

El Niño typically points toward a warmer, drier winter, but a possible polar vortex disruption could bring Arctic air and winter precipitation to the Edwardsville area.

Edwardsville girl’s Halloween costume prompts invite from ‘The Rock’

A 10-year-old wrestler who dressed as Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson for Halloween has been invited by Johnson to a movie premiere in California.

Marshall woman dies in wrong-way crash near Frontenac

A Saline County woman dies in a wrong-way crash in St. Louis County. The crash happened around 9:30 last night in the westbound lanes of I-64, near Ballas Road, in the Frontenac area. The Missouri State Highway Patrol says a 25-year-old woman from Marshall was traveling in the wrong direction on the interstate and collided with a car. The Marshall woman’s car then continued forward into the path of an SUV, and the SUV struck the back of her car.

Pedestrian Killed Overnight in Maryland Heights, Page Avenue Shut Down

A pedestrian was struck and killed overnight in Maryland Heights, closing a stretch of Page Avenue as investigators worked the scene into Thursday morning. Police have not released the identity of the person killed, and few details about the crash itself were immediately available. According to FOX 2, the crash...

Police shoot, kill man barricaded in piece of heavy machinery

Police shot and killed a man while attempting to serve the individual a warrant for mental health treatment.

11-year-old arrested after delivery driver robbed at gunpoint in St. Louis County

HAZELWOOD, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Two people are in custody after a pizza delivery driver was robbed at gunpoint in Hazelwood. According to police, the driver was robbed in the 7300 block of Hazelcrest Avenue around 11:20 a.m. on Thursday. Police said that two suspects, ages 11 and 15,...

Free Santa Photos and the Historic Teller Room 1925 in Downtown Alton

Hallmark Just Crowned the 2026 Merriest Christmas Town in America

Want to visit a place that looks plucked straight out of a Hallmark Christmas movie? Head to Carlinville, Illinois. The sweet little 5,000-person (and some change) town was just crowned the winner of Hallmark Channel's inaugural Merriest Christmas Town contest. Earlier this year, the network put out the call: Which...

Police investigating after man flees scene following home invasion

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - The Hazelwood Police Department is looking for a man after he ran from the scene of a home invasion Saturday morning in Hazelwood. The situation took place just before 5:30 a.m. in the 8700 block of Santa Bella. The suspect ran from the scene before officers arrived. The people in the home were not injured.

Local Food Inspections for the Week of November 2 - 6

The following food establishments were inspected by the Madison County Health Department between November 2 and 6. November 2 Jimmy Johns- Granite City No violations Duke Bakery- Granite City 2 (C) The food establishment is not under the operational supervision of a Certified Food Protection Manager that is present at appropriate times. Provide an adequate number of staff with approved training. Reference 2-102.12. NO CFPM ON SHIFT DURING INSPECTION, FACILITY NEEDS AT LEAST ONE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PER SHIFT, RECHECK. 45 (C) Single-Use Articles are stored incorrectly. Single-Use Articles shall be stored: 1) in a clean and dry location; 2) away or protected from contamination; 3) at least six inches above the floor; 4) covered or inverted. Reference 4-903.11(A) and (C). OBSERVED SINGLE USE TRAYS STORED ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVING UNIT. TRAYS MOVED TO SHELVING, CORRECTED. 53 (C) The women's restroom lacks a covered receptacle for disposal of feminine hygiene products. Provide at least one covered trash receptacle in the women's restroom. Reference 5-501.17. LIDDED TRASHCAN NEEDED FOR BATHROOM. Chocolate Covered Creations- Granite City 37 (C) The PERMIT HOLDER shall notify CONSUMERS by written notification of the presence of MAJOR FOOD ALLERGENS as an ingredient in UNPACKAGED FOOD items that

Junior League of Greater Alton on Volunteerism, Community Projects and Building Local Connections

On According to Jama and Nikki, Junior League of Greater Alton president Nicole Dabs talks about what brought her to the organization and how volunteering can build friendships, leadership skills and a stronger sense of community. The conversation also explores challenges volunteer groups face, including limited time and difficulty attracting and supporting members.