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23 suspects identified, including teen, in Williamson County drug, firearms trafficking raid

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Ill. (Heartland News) - The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office identified 23 people, including a 16-year-old, in a drug and firearms trafficking raid on Friday morning, November 6. The raid followed a 10-month investigation involving surveillance, intelligence gathering and dozens of controlled purchases of meth, other drugs and...

Williamson County, IL · 20h
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Wanted Killer Found In Illinois Shed Drinking Beer, Making Garlic Bread

An escaped prisoner out of Tennessee was finally captured.

Tiptonville, TN · 2d

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FREEZE WARNING ISSUED FOR PARTS OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS AS COLDEST TEMPERATURES OF THE SEASON ARRIVE

The National Weather Service in Paducah has issued a Freeze Warning for portions of Southern Illinois beginning Friday night, as the coldest temperatures of the fall season move into the region. The Freeze Warning will be in effect from 11 p.m. Friday until 8 a.m. Saturday, with temperatures expected to...

Southern Illinois, IL · 2d
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The Downstate Illinois Deli Where Thick-Cut Sandwiches Keep Packing In Diners

A garlicky pork sausage called salameat gets made fresh every Wednesday at one little Italian deli in southern Illinois. The recipe has been in use for more than 50 years, and you won’t find it anywhere else. That alone would earn my attention. Then I learned the business traces...

Herrin, IL · 16h
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MURDER SUSPECT MEGAN VALENTINE TRANSFERRED TO WILLIAMSON COUNTY JAIL AHEAD OF TRIAL

A woman charged with the murder of her husband, an Edwards County circuit judge, has been transferred from the Wayne County Jail in Fairfield to the Williamson County Jail in Marion. 46-year-old Megan Valentine is awaiting trial on a first-degree murder charge in connection with the November 5, 2024, shooting...

Fairfield, IL · 2d

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Three Arrested Following Reported Burglary

The winners have been announced for the Missouri Department of Transportation’s 23rd annual bridge building competition. Chicago Greencorps volunteers in the Shawnee National Forest. Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 2:36 PM CST. Greencorps Chicago and the Shawnee National Forest marked 10 years of partnership this year. A century of...

Herrin, IL · 2d

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Two former Centralia residents killed in side-by-side crash in rural Ava

Two former Centralia residents who now reside in Murphysboro were killed in an early Thursday morning off-road side-by-side crash near Ava in rural Jackson County. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department identifies the two as 35-year-old Alex Auld and 35-year-old Kelsie Blue. A third person, 62-year-old David McCaleb, also of Murphysboro, was airlifted from the scene to a St. Louis area hospital for treatment. The department reported he was last listed in serious but stable condition.

Murphysboro, IL · 16h

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Homicide investigation underway in Carbondale

The Carbondale Police Department is investigating what is being described as a homicide in the 2500 block of New Era Road. At around 3:17 Thursday afternoon, 39-year-old James Harris of Carbondale contacted police and told an officer he was responsible for the death of an adult woman he lived with. Officers responded and located the deceased woman at the residence.

Carbondale, IL · 2d

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Playoff Run Comes To An End For L-P

A long trip south to Carbondale ended up in a clock-running defeat for L-P. The Cavs fell Saturday afternoon 41-13 to the now 10-2 Terriers. Carbondale made some big plays, took advantage of special teams miscues from L-P and parlayed great starting field position on many drives into touchdowns early and often.

Carbondale, IL · 7h

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Orphans & Johnston City Are 11-0….Flyers Rout Visiting St Patrick

The Centralia Orphans are 11-0 and in the IHSA quarterfinals as they advanced past visiting Mt Zion 34-14. Kenny Bratton had TD receptions of 78 and 93 yards from Archie Goewey, who also had a 45 yard TD pass to Jace Barmmeier. Ja’Shawn Staples and Will Stanton had rushing TD’s. Staples has 33 touchdowns on the season. One downside for the Orphans, Staples had to be helped to the locker room towards the end of the game and will will have to see his status heading into next week’s Elite 8 contest. The Orphans could play their 3rd straight home game to open the playoffs if Sacred Heart Griffin beats Metamora today. If the Cardinals win, the Orphans would travel north next Saturday. The game ball was delivered prior to the game by the Air Evac Helicopter.

Centralia, IL · 1d

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Jefferson County man accused of killing wife is arrested near Cape Girardeau

FESTUS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - A Festus, Mo. man is facing charges, accused of shooting and killing his wife. Todd Capstick, 55, is charged with first-degree murder and armed criminal action. Police say he shot and killed his wife, Dawn Capstick, 56, at their home in the 3100 block...

Jefferson County, MO · 2d

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Williamson County Sheriff's Office executes warrants near Herrin schools: 'No threat to public safety'

HERRIN, Ill. — The Williamson County Sheriff's Office executed search warrants at "multiple residences" near Herrin schools early Friday morning. However, the department says there's no threat to public safety. The warrants were executed at residences near Herrin High School and Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, according to a...

Herrin, IL · 2d

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Woman accused of killing her husband moved ahead of trial

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Authorities move a Southern Illinois woman accused of killing her husband two years ago, to another county as she awaits trial. Megan Valentine is now behind bars in Williamson County. Valentine is accused of killing her husband, Edwards County Judge, Michael Valentine. Illinois State Police said the judge was found dead […]

Williamson County, IL · 2d

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Giant City School earns Illinois’ highest school rating

JACKSON COUNTY, Ill. (Heartland News) - A Jackson County, Illinois school earned a major achievement this year. Giant City School received an exemplary designation by the Illinois State Board of Education, the highest ranking under its guidelines. In order to receive it, the school had to reach certain levels of...

Jackson County, IL · 1d

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Downtown Cape Girardeau announces holiday events, 34th annual Parade of Lights

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Old Town Cape Inc. is preparing for the holiday season with several events planned in downtown Cape Girardeau, including a Christmas tree lighting, Small Business Saturday and the 34th annual Parade of Lights. The holiday festivities will begin Friday, Nov. 27, with the downtown...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 2d

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Popular YouTube golf group showcases Marion attractions during nationwide tour

MARION, Ill., (KBSI) — A popular YouTube golf group with more than 2.1 million subscribers is putting Southern Illinois in the national spotlight after visiting several Marion attractions during its nationwide tour. Good Good Golf featured Marion in the 39th installment of its “50 States in 50 Days” series,...

Marion, IL · 1d

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Cape Girardeau prepares for more road work and street improvements

The City of Cape Girardeau boasts plenty of fun activities, a lively downtown and multiple subdivisions, but all of that traffic can cause more stress on the roadways. While it might cause more delays and longer travel times, the City of Cape Girardeau is planning more construction projects and improvements to the roads around town.

Cape Girardeau, MO · 3d

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Southern Illinois Diabetes Awareness Walk set for Nov. 14

CARBONDALE, Ill. (Heartland News) - The Southern Illinois Diabetes Awareness Walk is set for November 14 in Carbondale. Participants will walk the Virdie 1-Mile Legacy Loop, a walk honoring everyone impacted by diabetes. March of Faith Community Church is hosting the event. The walk will begin at the University Mall....

Carbondale, IL · 19h

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Marion VA Health Care System extends holiday meal donation deadline

MARION, Ill. — Due to an abundance of need, the Marion VA Health Care System has extended the donation window for their Blessing Boxes/Bags to Nov. 10. Organizers said that the veteran recipients are identified by staff as being food insecure, with this year's need significantly outweighing their current donations.

Marion, IL · 1d