Wood River's proposed $24.5 million budget, featuring a 22.5% cut, will be discussed at a public hearing on March 17.

WOOD RIVER — Public hearings on Wood River’s $24.4 million budget and proposed $6 million detention pond improvement were held Monday before the start of the regular Wood River City Council ...

Posted: Jul 3, 2025 / 10:15 PM CDT Updated: Jul 3, 2025 / 10:22 PM CDT WOOD RIVER, Ill. – Authorities report that a reckless driver under police pursuit caused a fatal crash that claimed two lives.

WOOD RIVER — Several ordinances dealing with weapons, building, and land use were updated at the Wood River City Council meeting on June 16. In both cases, the ordinances were updated to reflect ...

To register for the event, which is $30 per person, visit the Wood River Run’s website. Prices for entry will increase for those who do not register by Saturday, April 19.

WOOD RIVER, Ill — Two people were killed Thursday when a vehicle fleeing from police crashed into their car in Wood River. The Wood River Police Department said the pursuit happened just before ...

The Wildflower Gallery, 108-110 West Ninth St., Wood River, is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. An opening event is scheduled from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday May 10.