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GRANITE CITY — Six rail cars derailed near Maryville Road and State Route 162 in Granite City early Friday morning, officials with Union Pacific said. The derailment occurred around 8 a.m. on Oct. 31, 2025, involving cars operated by the Alton & Southern Railway. Four of the rail cars were forced into an upright position during the incident. Union Pacific confirmed there were no injuries and that none of the rail cars' contents were released. The cause of the derailment has not been disclosed,

EDWARDSVILLE – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced daily lane restrictions and ramp closures will be encountered at the Illinois 143 and I-55 interchange near Edwardsville beginning Monday, November 3 through Friday, November 7, weather permitting. Between the hours of 7 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. the northbound I-55 exit ramp to IL 143 (Exit 23) will be closed. The left turn lane from IL 143 to the northbound I-55 entrance ramp will also be closed during these hours.

ALTON - OSF St. Anthony’s Health Center has officially marked its 100th anniversary, and their Medical Group remains one of their most popular offerings. Jackie and Melissa, who work with the primary care team in the Medical Group, noted that primary care is “your first step to getting in the door” to be established with a physician. The physician can also refer you to any specialist you might need to see. The two women encouraged people to work with their primary care

CAHOKIA HEIGHTS - More than 150 young women from 15 St. Louis area high schools had the opportunity to participate in the 2025 Girls in Aviation Day event at St. Louis Downtown Airport. Hosted by Saint Louis University’s Oliver L. Parks Department of Aviation Science in partnership with Women in Aviation International, the event gave students the chance to explore career paths within the aviation and aerospace industries through a variety of interactive activities and more. Throughout the

What if death wasn’t a final farewell but a vibrant reunion celebrated with color, music, and remembrance? Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, transforms the inevitable reality of mortality into a communal experience of honoring ancestors, blending solemnity with joy. This unique tradition, originating in Mexico, has captivated the world with its rich symbolism and cultural depth. The Roots of Día de los Muertos: A Fusion of Worlds Día de los Muertos traces its

As federal support and financial incentives for climate action wither, this sort of local action is becoming more difficult but also more urgent, advocates say.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) led 48 bipartisan Members of Congress in a letter to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin expressing support for the EPA’s proposed Renewable Volume Obligations (RVOs) under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) “Set 2” rule. In the letter, the bipartisan and bicameral group of lawmakers also shared their support for the reallocation of 100% of the waived gallons from any granted

CHAMPAIGN – Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), and Cache Energy today announced the company will expand their operations at a 10,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Champaign, creating 20 new jobs and retaining their current workforce. The $2.5 million investment from Cache Energy is supported by a Reimagining Energy and Vehicles in Illinois (REV Illinois) agreement with DCEO. “Illinois is proudly leading the way in the

CHICAGO – The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) today announced $15 million in grants to 34 local government and nonprofit organizations to administer the state’s Home Repair and Accessibility Program (HRAP). Through HRAP, eligible homeowners can receive up to $50,000 to make critical health, safety, accessibility, and energy efficiency repairs to their homes. The funding will assist approximately 400 homeowners in 28 counties statewide. “Everyone deserves a safe

ST. LOUIS – Today, Mayor Cara Spencer was joined by members of the Board of Aldermen to announce three proposed board bills to appropriate more than $13 million to support tornado-resident housing and city-wide winter shelter needs. “Getting our most vulnerable neighbors safely through the winter is currently my top priority, and I have made it clear to my team that I will move heaven and earth to get this done,” said Mayor Spencer. “It’s a huge lift, because the

O'FALLON, Mo. - A driver is in custody following a police chase that began in O'Fallon, Missouri, and ended near the intersection of Interstates 70 and 270 early Sunday morning. The pursuit concluded just before 4:30 a.m., with St. Charles City Police on standby to assist O'Fallon Police if needed, though they were not directly [...]

Temperatures have dipped to freezing or a bit below in many of our northern counties. Dense fog has also developed in some areas, including St. Louis and St. Charles counties. A Dense Fog Advisory is in place for part of the region until 9AM. Fog will mix out gradually throughout the morning and skies will [...]

ST. LOUIS - Police are investigating a deadly hit-and-run that occurred late last night in Midtown St. Louis. The incident took place near I-64 and Market Street, where one person was struck and killed. Officers responded to the scene around 11:45 p.m. after receiving reports of the hit-and-run. The driver involved fled the scene, leaving [...]

Missouri’s system is so overloaded that even people accused of low-level crimes now wait years for mental health treatment.

The Sports Bra opened its first location in Portland, Oregon in 2022. It was the first of its kind in the U.S.

An arrest at a Spanish language traffic court in Clinton County is part of an uptick recently in ICE activity in central and southern Illinois.