Alton Police Highlight Safety Improvements In Early Morning Bar Closures, Others Protest

Alton Police Highlight Safety Improvements In Early Morning Bar Closures, Others Protest

ALTON — A resolution to eliminate late-night liquor licenses in Alton has moved forward to the City Council for consideration following a contentious Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday, Nov. 10, 2025.The proposal, which would end liquor sales past 1 a.m. in downtown Alton, was met with mixed reactions from community members who voiced both opposition and support. The late-night bar resolution passed the committee with a 5-2 vote and is sch…

Ruston bars face midnight curfew as city council makes alcohol ordinance permanent

Leaders in the town of Ruston have voted to keep an ordinance requiring bars to stop alcohol sales at midnight.