There is an ongoing call for donations as local food pantries continue to serve what appears to be an increasing number of ...

Ameren Illinois is asking state regulators for a rate hike for its natural gas delivery service. Filed on January 8, the ...

The heads of local organizations are reacting to news that the Trump administration is pausing federal grants and loans in an ...

The IHSA boys bowling state tournament will be held this weekend at St. Clair Bowl in Fairview Heights. The state finals run Friday and Saturday for 24 teams around the state. The Alton Redbirds and ...

A shut down of a section of I-255 through St. Clair County starts Saturday. The Illinois Department of Transportation will be ...

A suspect is in custody following a shooting in Alton Tuesday night. Alton Police Chief Jarrett Ford tells The Big Z the person was taken into custody, and evidence has ...

Girl Scout Cookie campaign starts this weekend. Girl scout troops will be scattered around the region setting up cookie booths in high-traffic areas like big box stores and ...

The Marquette Explorers' competitive dance has qualified for the state finals for the 2nd year in a row. The Explorers ...

The EAWR Oilers wrestling team will hold its Senior Night tomorrow (THU) night. The senior night opponents will be ...

The Alton Fire Department responded to a fire at a duplex in the 700 block of Alby Street Tuesday night. All inside the ...

Alton Police are investigating a shooting on Tuesday night along State Street. The incident took place just after 8:00pm in the 2100 block of State near Miller and Hawley Streets ...

As the temperatures fluctuate from freezing to above freezing, it creates thinning of the ice as some areas start to melt.