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Carbondale city councilwoman receives death threats
CARBONDALE, Ill. — Clare Killman made history last year when she was elected to Carbondale City Council, officially becoming the first openly transgender person in not only the city, but the state of Illinois to hold that role. But it comes at the price of death threats and disturbing emails and comments.
Renewed hope in Molly Young investigation
CARBONDALE, Ill. (KFVS) - It’s been 12 years since Molly Young was found dead in her ex-boyfriend’s apartment in Carbondale, Illinois. Her family and many of her supporters believe they are closer than ever before to the truth. Molly Young’s father, Larry Young, has been a vocal advocate...
Nine southern Illinois establishments involved in selling alcohol to minors
CARBONDALE, Ill. (KFVS) - Nine people have been arrested after selling alcohol to minors at establishments in Union and Jackson Counties. Illinois State Police Troop 10 Commander, Captain Joshua Anderton, announced the results of Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement surveillance at various establishments in Union and Jackson Counties during April. According to...
A planning meeting on parks and green spaces in Carbondale is set for April 30
The Carbondale Park District and the City of Carbondale are continuing work on a master plan for the improvement and growth of the parks and green spaces in town. Tuesday, April 30 there will be a Public Planning Meeting, which will be an opportunity for residents to gather and form sub-groups to discuss what they feel is needed to move forward with these projects. This will be the first of several such meetings.
Rockwood South Middle School hosts 'Paws in Need' to match pets with families
News Weather Watch Traffic Sports Contests Studio STL Jobs Connect. The value of having a pet or two in the home cannot be understated. The unconditional love of a dog, cat, bird or another creature gives people the drive to succeed every day.
Introducing The Groff Twins
Another busy episode today on In The Circle. Hear from Oklahoma Softball PxP Voice Chris Plank and his thoughts on the Sooners. Plus, hear from Southern Illinois twins Maddia and Rylinn Groff about their season and their journey to Carbondale. We also recap the weekend in college softball along with Victor’s strong words towards his alma mater.
WSIU Morning News Update - 4/29/24
WSIU's Jeff Williams reports the latest local and state news along with the region's weather for Monday, April 29, 2024. WSIU Public Broadcasting is an NPR, PBS member-station located in Carbondale, IL at Southern Illinois University. Contact WSIU Radio at 618-453-6101 or email us at wsiuradio@wsiu.org.
Plumbing issues cause Elverado Primary School to cancel classes Friday
ELKVILLE, Ill. (KBSI) – Plumbing issues cause school leaders to cancel classes for Elverado Primary School on Friday, April 26. Friday, primary students do not have school. All other students will be dismissed at noon. The high school is dismissing at noon due to prom. School leaders ecided to...
Several local agencies hold a large-scale mass casualty exercise at Murphysboro High School
A close-up of the two cars that are supposed to have crashed into each other for the exercise. Many first responders, law enforcement officials and school personnel took part in a large-scale disaster-crisis exercise Friday with the help of around 200 volunteers. WSIU’s Brad Palmer reports.
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