Cities across the valley take proactive measures, distributing sandbags and readying emergency teams ahead of the looming severe weather.

Fire Erupts in Alton: Rescue by Edinburg Firefighters
Teamwork and swift action avert disaster as firefighters tackle landfill blaze sparked by an excavator fire.

Man Arrested for Aggravated Robbery at Alton Hardware Store
Kyle Fernandez allegedly used threatening note and claimed he had a gun during mid-day heist at Los Pinos Hardware; cash recovered, case under investigation.

Alton Woman Battles Son Over $80K Home Deed Dispute
Criselda Garcia Zambrano says her son broke a promise to pay for family home—legal deed shows it was sold for just $1.

Safety First: Alton Hosts Inaugural ‘Safe Kids’ Event to Tackle Injury Prevention
Alton’s first ‘Safe Kids injury prevention’ event aims to empower families with essential safety knowledge on ATV, gun, and online risks, plus offers free medical screenings.

17-Year-Old Arraigned After Drug Deal Turns Violent in Alton
17-year-old Jesse James Reyna will be arraigned for aggravated assault and drug-related charges after a drug deal turned violent, resulting in a 15-year-old being hospitalized.