These are photos taken by John Badman that have appeared on the pages of The Telegraph or online this week.

Founded in 1951 by Bill Abbott, Piasa Sports Car Co. in Alton now serves as the office for Abbott Machine Co.

The most spooky little town in Illinois is excited to welcome visitors for their annual paranormal conference.

Forget the big city lights—it’s time to hit the open road and discover Illinois’ hidden gems. These 11 charming towns are ...

This scenic road trip will lead you to 9 of Illinois’ most beautiful lakefront parks! Welcome to Chicago’s sandy playground!

SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois Nutrient Research and Education Council (NREC) met in December and seated three new board members.

A gorgeous highway follows the Illinois River as it meets the Mississippi and Missouri rivers. Enjoy the views and charming ...

Schweppe and Angie Rand Schweppe celebrated their golden wedding anniversary. An Alton Evening Telegraph article describe ...

Small towns can offer a refreshing escape from the hustle of everyday life. Two small towns near St. Louis recently earned ...

The Nature Institute, 2213 S. Levis Lane, in Godfrey, is scheduled to hold the weekly Tiny Trekkers event from 9-11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 7. Tiny Trekkers is a once-a-week drop-off program for ages ...

The Madison County IL display showcases the good and bad of Black life along the famous highway, featuring the Green Book and Globetrotter Mannie Jackson.

Eric Sykes officially began his role as the new theater director for the Alton Little Theater on January 1, 2025. His ...