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Collinsville Man In Custody On Meth Trafficking Charges
COLLINSVILLE – A local man charged with bringing several grams of meth from St. Louis into Illinois remains in Madison County custody on major felonies. Del L. Miller, 61, of Collinsville, was charged on Oct. 8, 2026, with one count each of methamphetamine trafficking, unlawful possession with the intent to deliver methamphetamine (both Class X felonies), unlawful possession of methamphetamine and unlawful delivery of methamphetamine (both Class 1 felonies).
Collinsville Man In Custody On Meth Trafficking Charges
COLLINSVILLE – A local man charged with bringing several grams of meth from St. Louis into Illinois remains in Madison County custody on major felonies.Del L. Miller, 61, of Collinsville, was charged on Oct. 8, 2026, with one count each of methamphetamine trafficking, unlawful possession with the intent to deliver methamphetamine (both Class X felonies), unlawful possession of methamphetamine and unlawful delivery of methamphetamine (both Class 1 felonies).Miller is accused of bringing 87 ...
Mila Lancaster Shows Passion And Leadership At JCHS
JERSEYVILLE – From winning bowling awards to helping her fellow students feel included, Mila Lancaster goes above and beyond. For her positive attitude as a leader and student-athlete, Lancaster is being recognized as an October 2026 Jersey State Bank Student of the Month at Jersey Community High School. Now a senior at JCHS, Lancaster has been involved in bowling, Class Council, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Niceness is Priceless and Blue Crew for all four years of her high school career.
Grayson Mangara Stays Humble And Involved At JCHS
JERSEYVILLE – Grayson Mangara is on track to continue his athletic and academic success as a humble leader for his fellow Panthers at Jersey Community High School. For his leadership by example, athletic accomplishments and more, Mangara has been named an October 2026 Jersey State Bank Student of the Month at Jersey Community High School. As a freshman at JCHS, Mangara is heavily involved as a multi-sport student-athlete.
Godfrey Mayor Asks Alton To Settle Longstanding Sewer Repayment Dispute
Alton City Council Meeting ALTON – Alton and Godfrey officials may be closer to resolving a sewage-related repayment issue dating back years. In March of 2025, Godfrey trustees discussed the possibility of suing the City of Alton over its failure to pay back money allegedly owed to the village stemming from the sale of Alton and Godfrey’s sewer systems to Illinois American Water. The sales were approved in 2018 and completed in 2019.
SIUE Police Charge St. Louis Man With Vehicular Invasion, Robbery
EDWARDSVILLE – An 18-year-old from St. Louis was charged last week by SIUE Police after allegedly forcing entry to an occupied vehicle and stealing a backpack with items from one of the occupants. Mario A. Thurman, 18, of St. Louis, was charged on Oct. 8, 2026 with a Class 1 felony count of vehicular invasion and a Class 2 felony count of robbery. The SIUE Police Department presented the case to Madison County prosecutors. Two days prior on Oct.
SIUE Police Charge St. Louis Man With Vehicular Invasion, Robbery
EDWARDSVILLE – An 18-year-old from St. Louis was charged last week by SIUE Police after allegedly forcing entry to an occupied vehicle and stealing a backpack with items from one of the occupants.Mario A. Thurman, 18, of St. Louis, was charged on Oct. 8, 2026 with a Class 1 felony count of vehicular invasion and a Class 2 felony count of robbery.The SIUE Police Department presented the case to Madison County prosecutors.Two days prior on Oct. 6, Thurman allegedly entered an occupied vehicl...
Alton Police Report Details Public Works Picketing Incidents
ALTON – An incident report from the Alton Police Department sheds new light on alleged behavior by certain striking members of the city’s Public Works department which may lead to future firings. This follows the City of Alton cutting health insurance and threatening to fire certain Public Works employees on strike over alleged behavior on the picket line. In one instance, the city’s legal representative claims striking members obstructed an Alton Police vehicle from responding to a certain area.
Group Protests Against Proposed Data Center In Jersey County
JERSEYVILLE – Jersey County residents protested plans to build a data center south of Jerseyville after speaking out at a recent County Board meeting. Over a dozen passionate community members gathered along State Street near the intersection of Highways 67 and 109 in Jerseyville on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026. By 4:30 p.m., the group had grown to about 15 people who were met with several supportive honks from drivers passing by.
Collinsville Man Charged With Attempted Murder After Alleged Vehicle Chase, Shooting
COLLINSVILLE – A convicted felon from Collinsville faces major new felony charges in Madison County, including attempted first degree murder and weapon offenses. Stephen R. Vasser II, 40, of Collinsville, was charged on Oct.
Alton Holds Public Hearing On Proposed Annexation Of Battery Storage Site
ALTON – A proposal for the City of Alton to annex and rezone land to build a battery storage facility aimed at lowering electricity costs was the subject of much discussion at a recent public hearing.Alton City Council members held a public hearing on Oct. 14, 2026 regarding a petition to annex two land parcels totaling 116 acres in Wood River Township, Madison County, into the City of Alton and rezone the site for use as a battery storage facility.Attorney Sean Pluta spoke on behalf of Si...
Alton City Council Takes No Action On Bills, Resolutions
Alton City Council Meeting ALTON – Members of the Alton City Council were unable to take action on several agenda items at their Oct. 14, 2026 meeting after a majority of aldermen skipped meeting as a committee earlier this week. Article continues after sponsor message Absent from the Oct. 13, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting were Chairman John Meehan, Alderman Chris Bohn and Alderwomen Stephanie Elliott and Martha Pfister.
Repeat Granite City Home Repair Fraud Suspect Charged, Released
GRANITE CITY – A local man suspected of home repair fraud against two elderly Granite City residents faces felony charges in Madison County.Robert L. Schlechter, 30, of Collinsville, was charged on Oct. 8, 2026 with two counts of aggravated home repair fraud (both Class 2 felonies) and two counts of home repair fraud (both Class 4 felonies).On Nov. 3, 2025, Schlechter allegedly entered into an $8,600 agreement with an elderly victim to complete home repairs to the victim’s Granite Ci...
Repeat Granite City Home Repair Fraud Suspect Charged, Released
GRANITE CITY – A local man suspected of home repair fraud against two elderly Granite City residents faces felony charges in Madison County. Robert L. Schlechter, 30, of Collinsville, was charged on Oct. 8, 2026 with two counts of aggravated home repair fraud (both Class 2 felonies) and two counts of home repair fraud (both Class 4 felonies). article continues after sponsor message On Nov.
Jerseyville Businesses: Register Now As Holiday Window Contest Returns For 2026
JERSEYVILLE – Jerseyville businesses can give their storefronts a festive makeover for a chance to win a returning contest and attract customers this holiday season. Article continues after sponsor message Downtown Country Christmas Festival Inc. is preparing to host its second annual Best Business Holiday Window Contest, with a registration deadline of 5 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 16, 2026. There is no cost to participate in the contest, which is open to all Jerseyville businesses.
Jersey County Board Hears Opposition To Data Centers, Debate Over Zoning
JERSEYVILLE – The biggest discussion topic at the latest Jersey County Board meeting was not on the agenda, but drew a larger crowd than usual as talk of data center development continues. 12 attendees signed up to speak on the topic of data centers and zoning regulations and were followed by a few more speakers who had not signed up in advance. Each were given two minutes to address board members.
Alton Cuts Health Insurance For Striking Workers, Plans Firings Over Alleged Picketing Behavior
ALTON – The City of Alton is preparing to fire striking workers over alleged “behavior on the picket line” as union representatives say their members’ health insurance was dropped without warning. Business Agent Jay Steinhauer with Teamsters Local 525 confirmed on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026, that union members received a letter the day prior from the city’s third-party attorney, Corey Franklin, stating the city intends to fire striking workers over certain picketing behavior which Steinhauer denies.
Bethalto Man Pleads Guilty To Child Sexual Abuse In Jersey County
JERSEYVILLE – A Jersey County judge sentenced a Bethalto man to five years in prison after he pleaded guilty to sexually abusing a child earlier this year.25-year-old Anthony B. Newcome of Bethalto pleaded guilty to one count of aggravated criminal sexual abuse of a victim under 13 years of age. As a Class 2 felony, the charge carried a possible sentence of three to seven years of imprisonment plus two years of mandatory supervised release.Newcome entered his guilty plea in Jersey County C...
Alton Felon Accused Of Reckless Shooting, Firearm Manufacturing
ALTON – A convicted felon faces several new charges after allegedly recklessly firing a handgun inside an Alton residence that reportedly contained an illegal gun manufacturing operation. Philip M. Benoodt, 72, of Alton, was charged on Oct. 9, 2026, with eight counts of felon in possession of a weapon, each Class 3 felonies, as well as a Class 4 felony count of reckless discharge of a firearm.
Public Shows Support For Grafton Businesses At Food Truck Hearings
GRAFTON – Members of the Grafton Food Truck Committee heard overwhelming opposition to food trucks and support for brick-and-mortar businesses at two recent public hearings on possible food truck regulations. The hearings were held on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026 and Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026 at Grafton City Hall. The Grafton Food Truck Committee includes City Council members Richard Mosby, Mary Jo Cote and Rus Roy, as well as former alderman David Hand, Police Chief Dave Womack and Brad Hagen.
Glen Carbon Man Charged With Causing Injury During Fifth DUI
GLEN CARBON – A local man with multiple prior DUI convictions faces new felonies after allegedly injuring another person in a collision while under the influence. David A. Peters, 68, of Glen Carbon, was charged on Oct. 7, 2026, with two Class 1 felony counts of aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol.
Glen Carbon Man Charged With Causing Injury During Fifth DUI
GLEN CARBON – A local man with multiple prior DUI convictions faces new felonies after allegedly injuring another person in a collision while under the influence. David A. Peters, 68, of Glen Carbon, was charged on Oct. 7, 2026, with two Class 1 felony counts of aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol.
Alton Man Detained On Child Sexual Abuse Charges
ALTON – An Alton resident remains in custody after nearly two years of alleged sexual abuse against a child.Dustin R. Green, 33, of the 30 block of Holly Hill Drive in Alton, was charged on Oct. 7, 2026, with three counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse, each Class 1 felonies.From Jan. 1, 2023 to Dec. 31, 2024, Green allegedly committed multiple acts of sexual conduct with a victim who was 6 years old when the alleged abuse began and 8 years old when it reportedly ended.Charging docume...
Alton Man In Custody After Reported Robbery During Cemetery Ghost Hunt
WOOD RIVER – A “ghost hunting” trip in a Wood River cemetery landed an Alton resident in Madison County custody on felony charges of aggravated robbery and battery. Nathan C. Endicott, 18, of Alton, was charged on Oct. 6, 2026 with one count each of aggravated robbery (a Class 1 felony) and aggravated battery (a Class 3 felony). Three days prior on Oct.
Goins Wins Interim Ruling As Alton Case Heads To December Hearing
A Bond County judge ruled in Goins’ favor Friday, allowing two city officials to continue working while litigation proceeds toward a December hearing. Oct 9, 2026 3:32 PM Oct 9, 2026 4:16 PM Save Listen to the story Your device does not support the audio. GREENVILLE — Alton Mayor David Goins won a court ruling Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, allowing City Attorney Rodney Caffey and Planning and Development Director Greg Caffey to continue working until the case is resolved.
Lucas Roberts Detained Again After Allegedly Violating Pretrial Release
JERSEYVILLE – A Jerseyville man awaiting sentencing on battery and mob action charges is back in Jersey County custody after previously being released. 18-year-old Lucas C. Roberts of Jerseyville was booked into the Jersey County Jail at 8:21 p.m. on Oct. 8, 2026. Jersey County Sheriff’s Office records indicate Roberts was arrested by the Jerseyville Police Department and taken back into custody after reportedly violating the terms of his pretrial release.
Release Ordered For Edwardsville Robbery, Mob Action Suspect From St. Louis
EDWARDSVILLE – A St. Louis resident charged with robbery and mob action in Edwardsville was ordered released from custody pending trial. 18-year-old Armond D. Gordon of St. Louis was charged on Sept. 30, 2026 with two counts of robbery (both Class 2 felonies) and one count of mob action (a Class 4 felony). The Edwardsville Police Department presented the case to Madison County prosecutors.
Release Ordered For Edwardsville Robbery, Mob Action Suspect From St. Louis
EDWARDSVILLE – A St. Louis resident charged with robbery and mob action in Edwardsville was ordered released from custody pending trial.18-year-old Armond D. Gordon of St. Louis was charged on Sept. 30, 2026 with two counts of robbery (both Class 2 felonies) and one count of mob action (a Class 4 felony). The Edwardsville Police Department presented the case to Madison County prosecutors.Gordon allegedly stole a Louis Vuitton satchel, bracelet and U.S. currency from one individual and a ne...
Repeat Felon From Alton Released On Weapon/Drug Possession, Fleeing Charges
ALTON – An Alton man with multiple prior convictions has been released from custody following new felony weapon and drug offenses.Brian E. Merrifield, 45, of Alton, was charged on Oct. 2, 2026 with two Class X felony counts of possession of a firearm by a repeat felony offender, two Class 1 felony counts of delivery of a controlled substance and one count each of possession of a controlled substance and resisting or obstructing a peace officer, both Class 4 felonies.Merrifield was allegedl...
Speed Bumps To Stay On Levis Lane Following 5-1 Godfrey Vote
Village of Godfrey Board of Trustees: Public Safety, Finance, Board Meetings GODFREY – Godfrey officials voted 5-1 to keep three speed bumps in place on Levis Lane as residents report harassment from drivers and urge alternative solutions. Members of the Godfrey Public Safety Committee cast their votes on Oct. 6, 2026 after multiple residents called for the speed bumps to be removed or replaced with other anti-speeding measures.
Granite City Man Released On Unsealed Child Solicitation Charges
EDWARDSVILLE – A Granite City resident charged with soliciting a minor he supervised at their previous place of employment has been released from custody. Prinston J. Leflore, 34, of Granite City, was charged with one count each of indecent solicitation of a child (a Class 2 felony), grooming and solicitation to meet a child (both Class 4 felonies). The case against Leflore was presented to Madison County prosecutors by the Edwardsville Police Department. The charges were filed on Sept.
Worden Police Charge East Alton Man With Meth Possession, Fleeing Officer
EAST ALTON – A local man faces major felony charges after allegedly fleeing Worden Police officers with methamphetamine in his possession. Justin D. Jett, 31, of East Alton, was charged on Sept. 30, 2026 with a Class X felony count of unlawful possession with the intent to deliver methamphetamine, a Class 1 felony count of unlawful possession of methamphetamine, and two Class 4 felony counts of aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude a peace officer.
Godfrey Trustees Dedicate $3 Million From Reserves To Address Flooding
Village of Godfrey Board of Trustees: Public Safety, Finance, Board Meetings GODFREY – Godfrey officials have allocated $3 million from reserves to address a backlog of stormwater projects as one resident continues raising flooding concerns. Village Board members voted unanimously at their Oct.
Granite City Man Charged With Stealing From Elderly Victim
GRANITE CITY – A Granite City man faces financial exploitation charges in Madison County after allegedly stealing over $2,000 from an elderly individual earlier this year.William C. Spicer III, 19, of Granite City, was charged on Oct. 1, 2026 with two counts of unlawful financial exploitation of an elderly person and one count of theft of property over $500, each Class 3 felonies.From July 19-25, 2026, Spicer is accused of committing a series of acts to obtain control over $2,200 in U.S. c...
Brighton Man Pleads Guilty To Child Bodily Harm In Jersey County
BRIGHTON – A man from Brighton pleaded guilty on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, to reckless conduct causing great bodily harm in a Jersey County case involving a child victim. Mitch Diestelhorst, 30, of Brighton, pleaded guilty to a Class 4 felony count of reckless conduct/great bodily harm in Jersey County court. As part of his plea deal, a Class 3 felony count of aggravated battery of a child under the age of 13 was dismissed.
Sentencing Rescheduled For 2 Charged In Jerseyville Battery, Mob Action Cases
JERSEYVILLE – Sentencing hearings have been rescheduled for two adults who pleaded guilty in connection to a Jerseyville public battery and mob action incident earlier this year. A substitution of attorney was filed on Sept. 22, 2026 in the case against 18-year-old Hayden Womack, removing attorney Eric Pistorious and assigning attorney Robert Elovitz to represent Womack. Womack’s sentencing hearing, originally scheduled for Sept. 28, 2026, was also rescheduled to 1 p.m. on Nov.
Godfrey Voters Face Ballot Question On Ending ‘Opt-Out’ Electricity Aggregation Program
Village of Godfrey Board of Trustees: Public Safety, Finance, Board Meetings GODFREY – Voters in Godfrey will be asked next spring whether the village should end its involvement in an electricity aggregation program after 14 years of residents being automatically enrolled. At their Oct.
More Details Revealed On Jersey County Data Center Project
JERSEYVILLE – Documents recently obtained by Riverbender.com provide new details behind a data center project being proposed in Jersey County.Chicago-based Something New LLC applied for a commercial building permit application from the Jersey County Code Administration Office on June 4, 2026, though no permit has yet been issued. When and if a permit is issued, it would expire within 180 days if no activity or inspections take place on the site.The 18 megawatt development is planned on sev...
Wood River Approves Solar Farm Agreement With Levee District
Wood River City Council Meeting WOOD RIVER – Two solar projects are one step closer in Wood River following approval of an agreement to build separate solar arrays powering city and levee district property. At their Oct. 5, 2026 meeting, City Council members unanimously approved an amended intergovernmental agreement between the City of Wood River and the Wood River Drainage & Levee District (WRDLD) regarding the use of gifted land.
Bitcoin Data Center Proposed In Jersey County, No Progress Reported
JERSEYVILLE – Development of a data center south of Jerseyville is not yet moving forward at this time. MJM Electric Cooperative owns 15 acres of land between U.S. Highway 67 and Van Horn Lane south of Jerseyville and are currently in the process of selling seven acres to the company “Something New.” The company applied for a commercial building permit from the county’s Code Administration office to build a small-scale Bitcoin data center on on the site.
East Alton Man Faces Aggravated Fleeing Charge In Jersey County
JERSEYVILLE – A local man accused of fleeing police on a motorcycle at high speeds through Jerseyville now faces a felony in Jersey County. Travis S. O’Dell, 22, of East Alton, was charged on Sept. 30, 2026 with a Class 4 felony count of aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude a peace officer. He was also charged on the same date with three petty offenses, including improperly turning at an intersection, disregarding a stop sign, and driving with no valid registration.
Jerseyville Fire Department Awarded FEMA Grant For New Breathing Equipment
JERSEYVILLE – Jerseyville firefighters are getting brand-new breathing equipment after securing over $170,000 in grant funds from FEMA. Fire Chief Keith Norman Norman said the department’s previous SCBAs, or Self-Contained Breathing Apparatuses, were out of date by more than two decades. Article continues after sponsor message “Our SCBAs, our breathing air systems, were five generations behind,” Norman said.
Jersey County Sheriff’s Deputy Retires After Decade Of Service
JERSEYVILLE – The Jersey County Sheriff’s Office congratulated Deputy Marshall Lewis on his recent retirement after serving for 10 years with the department. A retired Marine Corps veteran of 20 years, Lewis also briefly served as Chief of the Grafton Police Department before joining the JCSO, where he has served as a correctional officer, deputy, and detective.
Liberty Village Marks 20 Years Of Helping Patients ‘Bounce Back’
Liberty Village Celebrates 20 Years of Bounce Back JERSEYVILLE – The Bounce Back short-term rehabilitation program at Liberty Village of Jerseyville has been helping recovering patients get back to living their best lives for two decades. “If you have a fall, or you have a hip replacement or a knee replacement, our place is the place to come,” Marketing Director Lorie Hunter said. “We actually give you the therapy and the rehab that you need.
This Weekend: Strassenfest Returns To Jerseyville American Legion
JERSEYVILLE – A Jerseyville version of Oktoberfest returns this weekend, bringing German food, music and more to the American Legion Post #492. Strassenfest 2026 will be held this Friday, Oct. 2 and Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026 at the Jerseyville American Legion grounds at 300 Veterans Parkway. Commander Duane Montgomery with American Legion Post #492 said there was a strong turnout for last year’s Strassenfest, which marked the festival’s resurrection after long being discontinued.
Jerseyville Woman Charged With Attempted Arson Of Occupied Apartment
JERSEYVILLE – A woman from Jerseyville charged with setting a fire inside an occupied apartment complex was recently brought into custody.Stephanie D. Monroe, 52, of Jerseyville, was charged in Jersey County court on Sept. 25, 2026 with a Class 1 felony count of attempted aggravated arson.Monroe is accused of committing arson by burning a section of carpet within an occupied apartment complex on Sept. 18, 2026.At the time of the offense, charging documents state multiple occupied apartment...
East Alton Woman Charged With Causing Fire Damage At Van Preter Park
EAST ALTON – East Alton Police charged a resident with causing fire damage on public park property in one of several property damage cases filed in Madison County last week. Shemeika D. Hardin, 35, of East Alton, was charged with one count each of criminal damage to government-supported property (a Class 4 felony) and criminal damage to property (a Class A misdemeanor) on Sept. 23, 2026. Hardin allegedly knowingly started a fire at Van Preter Park in East Alton the day prior on Sept.
Jerseyville Seeks State Grant For Major Pedestrian, Bicycle Connectivity Upgrades
JERSEYVILLE – Jerseyville officials are applying for over $2 million in grant funds for sidewalk, crossing and safety improvements in an area frequented by joggers, cyclists and more. Jerseyville City Council members voted to apply for an Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) grant from the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) at their Sept. 29, 2026 meeting. Councilman Tony Steckel was absent.
Alton Police Charge Wood River Felon With Weapon Offenses, Aggravated Assault
WOOD RIVER – A Wood River resident accused of pointing an illegally possessed firearm at another person during an argument faces his latest criminal charges in Madison County.Deandre S. Pirtle, 22, of Wood River, was charged on Sept. 23, 2026 with a Class 3 felony count of felon in possession of a weapon, two Class 4 felony counts of aggravated unlawful possession of weapons and a Class A misdemeanor count of aggravated assault.Pirtle is accused of committing assault with a deadly weapon b...
New Godfrey Fire Chief Named, Promotions Made
GODFREY – The Godfrey Fire Protection District is now being lead by a familiar face for many in the department. The Godfrey Fire Protection District Board of Trustees honored retiring Chief Eric Cranmer for his 38 years of service to the community at their meeting on Monday, Sept. 28, 2026.
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