Jersey County Journal

The Illinois Department of Transportation is teaming up with the Illinois State Police and local law enforcement agencies to promote Distracted Driving Awareness Month, reminding drivers to pay attention or pay the price. Distracted driving, which involves cellphone use or any activity that takes attention away from the task of operating your vehicle, is a…

By Steven Spencer River County News The Illinois Department of Natural Resources announced that they will be hosting open house public meetings throughout the state during the month of May with a meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 22, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the National Great Rivers Museum in Alton.

By Steven Spencer River County News The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office provided information on charges presented to two individuals stemming from separate incidents in November. In early November a criminal complaint was filed against James N. Holmes, of Carrollton, for deceptive practices/bad checks which led to a warrant for Holmes for three other offenses.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Rivers Project Office, is pleased to announce the Leave No Trace organization has selected the Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary as a 2025 Spotlight site. As outdoor areas nationwide are being impacted by record use, this new initiative from Leave No Trace shines a light on communities rising to meet…

The thrill of powerboat racing on the mighty Mississippi River powers up the Alton Riverfront July 18-20 with the return of Alton Midwest Nationals Powerboat Championships.

Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 4 arrested 45-year-old Benchy Couloute of Jacksonville, IL for First Degree Murder (Class M Felony).