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ALTON, Ill. - A teenager was killed and her mother was injured in a crash Friday evening in Alton, Illinois, according to the Alton Police Department. The crash happened around 9 p.m. Friday near the intersection of Homer Adams Parkway and Seminary Road. The Alton Police Department has identified the victim killed in the crash [...]

Police have not released any details about the deceased, including whether they were passenger, store employee or someone shopping inside the bookstore.

Did you know that approximately 70 billion land animals are raised and slaughtered for food globally each year? This staggering figure underscores the profound impact humans have on animal life and highlights why a day dedicated to recognizing and protecting animals holds such importance. World Animal Day serves as a powerful reminder of our responsibility toward the myriad creatures that share our planet, fostering awareness and inspiring action to improve their welfare. Origins of World Animal Day World Animal Day was first celebrated on March 24, 1925, in Florence, Italy, during a congress of ecologists. The initiative was spearheaded by Heinrich Zimmermann, a German writer and animal rights advocate who sought to create a universal day to honor animals and promote their welfare across cultural and national boundaries. Zimmermann’s vision was to unify animal lovers, conservationists, and the general public in a global movement emphasizing compassion and respect for all species.

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SPRINGFIELD - State and local fire safety officials gathered today at the Springfield Fire Department to emphasize the lifesaving importance of working smoke alarms and to promote a free installation program available to Springfield residents. As part of the 2nd Annual Statewide Smoke Alarm Blitz, the Springfield Fire Department joins agencies across Illinois in ensuring more families are protected. “Working smoke alarms save lives, and I cannot stress enough how vital they are in every home across Illinois,” said Illinois State Fire Marshal Michele Pankow. “Fires burn hotter and faster today than they did decades ago, giving families less than three minutes to escape safely. That’s why it’s critical to test, inspect, and replace broken or expired alarms, and don’t hesitate to reach out to your local fire department for help. Our ultimate goal is zero fire fatalities—and ensuring every home has working smoke alarms is one of the most important

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CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul today issued a statement highlighting an appellate court ruling in Illinois Baptist State Association v. Illinois Department of Insurance. The court affirmed a previous circuit court decision , which granted Attorney General Raoul’s motion for summary judgment and preserved a provision of the Illinois Reproductive Health Act that requires Illinois health insurance products regulated by the Illinois Department of Insurance that cover pregnancy care to also cover abortion care. “I am pleased with the court’s decision. My office is committed to protecting access to comprehensive reproductive health care that includes abortion, and insurance coverage is a critical part of being able to obtain that care. My office will continue to fight for reproductive care on all fronts.”

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ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MO. — John Leb, 21, of the 8100 block of Briarhaven Trail in St. Louis, faces multiple charges after a road rage incident on Sept. 8, 2025, that left an elderly woman injured, authorities said Thursday. The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office charged Leb with first-degree assault, two counts of armed criminal action, unlawful use of a weapon, and second-degree terrorist threat. He is being held on a $250,000 cash-only bond with no 10% option. According to the probable cause statement, Leb fired at least three rounds at the victim’s vehicle, striking it multiple times and hitting the woman in the hand. The victim, described as a woman in her eighties, was transported to Barnes-Jewish Hospital for treatment of the gunshot wound. Leb fled the scene but was later taken into custody after police identified his vehicle as the one involved. During his arrest, Leb admitted to shooting at the car because he was angry at the victim’s driving

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ALTON - Community members can enjoy a full day of music, food, craft vendors and fun at the annual Porch Café Music Festival in Honor of Bud Summers. From 1–5 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, bands and musicians will play at the Alton Amphitheater in memory of Summers, one of the area’s favorite music teachers. The free festival invites the community to enjoy the music, snack at local food trucks, meet vendors and crafters and enjoy a day on the riverfront. “Our goal is to just keep growing,” said Jamie, one of the festival’s organizers. “Let’s showcase all the talent. It’s the music talent, it’s the food talent, it’s the crafters, it’s all creative people in Alton coming together for one event. The more crafters we can have, the more people there, it just makes it one fun full day.” The music starts at 1 p.m. with the Alton High School Jazz Ensemble. They will be followed by Soulard Blues Band,

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