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Irvington man gets nine year prison term for aggravated domestic battery

A 25-year-old Irvington man has been sentenced to nine years in prison in Marion County Court for aggravated domestic battery. As part of the plea, a Class X aggravated criminal sexual assault charge filed in connection with the same incident against Isaak Clark was dropped. Clark is already in the...

Irvington, IL · 15h
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REND LAKE APPROACHES RECORD LOW WATER LEVEL AS DRY CONDITIONS CONTINUE

Rend Lake is approaching its lowest recorded water level in more than 50 years as continued dry conditions affect Southern Illinois. According to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the lake stood at 403.52 feet as of 4 p.m. Thursday placing it less than seven inches above its all-time record low. The lowest recorded level at Rend Lake was 402.95 feet in November 1974, when the lake was deliberately lowered to allow for bridge and causeway construction.

Southern Illinois, IL · 1d
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Washington County family remembers 19-year-old killed in Bridgeton, Mo. crash

ASHLEY, Ill. (Heartland News) -A Washington County mother is mourning her 19-year-old son, Keegan Willis. Robin Martin said he died as a passenger in a car that crashed into another vehicle while police were chasing it Saturday night in Bridgeton, Missouri. Martin said Willis was very loved. “He is my...

Bridgeton, MO · 1d
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Illinois State Police is increasing patrols on I-57 near Mt. Vernon

The Illinois State Police is increasing patrols and ramping up enforcement efforts in advance of the holiday season. Earlier this month, ISP began focusing daily resources on I-57 near Mt. Vernon as part of a construction work zone safety initiative. Last year, 50 percent of crashes ISP handled in Jefferson County occurred in a work zone. Construction in the two zones on I-57 near Mt. Vernon will continue until June and October 2027.

Mt Vernon, IL · 2d
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Jefferson County Arrest Report 11/13/26

MT. VERNON, IL — On Friday, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office along with the Mt. Vernon Police Department reported the following arrests to this Withers Broadcasting/Dana Communications Radio Station;. 44 year old Anthony Johnston of East St. Louis was picked up Thursday morning on an outstanding warrant. 47...

Jefferson County, IL · 1d

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Southern Illinois Hides 6 Restaurants Worth Driving Hours For Fried Chicken

Some of the best meals in Illinois come from places you would drive right past without a second look. A gravel lot, a plain sign, maybe a farmhouse porch, and then a plate of crackling, golden chicken that ruins every drive-thru for you. Southern Illinois is full of these quiet...

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Pinckneyville Community Hospital earns award for excellence in emergency cardiac care

PINCKNEYVILLE, Ill. — The Pinckneyville Community Hospital has earned the ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction Trophy, or Traveling STEMI Trophy, for excellence in cardiac care. The award recognizes the hospital's ability to provide rapid evaluation, treatment, and transport for patients experiencing severe and life threatening heart attacks. Southern Illinois Healthcare presents...

Pinckneyville, IL · 2d

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Johnston City shuts down Newton for spot in Elite 8

JOHNSTON CITY — After a bit of a shaky start, the Johnston City Indians settled in and took care of business in their 2A Round of 16 matchup, beating Newton 16-7. The Eagles scored a touchdown on their second play from scrimmage to take an early 7-0 lead over the top-seeded and unbeaten Indians.

Johnston City, IL · 2d

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Carbondale PD: Missing teen found in good health

CARBONDALE, Ill. — The city of Carbondale is asking for assistance in locating Nova J. Phelps, 15. According to CPD, Phelps was last seen at about 10 a.m. in the 1400 block of Old West Main Street. She is described as five feet tall, 140 pounds, with blond hair and hazel eyes.

Carbondale, IL · 1d

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HAMILTON COUNTY MAN ORGANIZING NEW SUMMER CAR SHOW IN DU QUOIN FOR 2027

A Hamilton County man is working to keep a longtime Southern Illinois automotive tradition alive by organizing a new summer car show in Du Quoin following the announcement that the Street Machine Nationals would no longer be held in the city. McLeansboro native Quentin Sullivan is organizing the Cruisin Du...

Du Quoin, IL · 2d

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Some areas at Rend Lake to close during deer firearm season

BENTON, Ill. (Heartland News) - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Rend Lake announced that several areas around Rend Lake will close during Illinois firearm deer hunting season. The closures are necessary to ensure public safety. From November 20-22 the following areas are closed to all vehicle and foot...

Benton, IL · 2d

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Centery-old dry cleaner in Carbondale to hold grand reopening ribbon-cutting

CARBONDALE, Ill. (Heartland News) - Horstman’s Cleaners & Furriers and the Carbondale Chamber of Commerce will hold a grand reopening and ribbon-cutting for the dry cleaner on November 19. The century-old dry cleaner was temporarily closed after the owner experienced a medical injury and an equipment problem. They have...

Carbondale, IL · 1d

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City of Carbondale Announces Change to Proposed STAR Bond District Public Hearing Schedule

CARBONDALE - The City of Carbondale announces that the public hearing previously scheduled for Tuesday, November 17, 2026, regarding the proposed University Mall STAR Bond District will not take place as originally scheduled.  It is postponed until Tuesday, December 8, 2026. . On November 17, the Carbondale City Council will...

Carbondale, IL · 2d

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Feeding Our Community returns to Carbondale’s Town Square Pavilion

Southern Illinois University Carbondale will once again host its annual Feeding Our Community event, offering a free meal to anyone who would like to attend. The event is organized by SIU's Office of Sustainability and Office of Student Engagement as part of National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week. Organizers say the goal is to bring students and community members together while raising awareness about hunger and homelessness in the region.

Carbondale, IL · 1d

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Warming centers, shelters in the Heartland 2026

(Heartland News) - Some warming centers in the Heartland are open as temperatures get much colder in the area. You can email us information about a warming center in your community at news@kfvs12.com. We’ll continue to update this list as learn of more. Missouri. Cape Girardeau County. The Cape...

Franklin County, IL · 1d

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‘Purple with a Purpose’ brings awareness to Southern Illinois' homeless youth

METROPOLIS, Ill. — While Metropolis is known as the Home of Superman, purple bows around the Superman statue are serving as a reminder that not all Massac County residents have a place to call home, which is especially hard for its youngest residents. For the second year, Regional Office...

Massac County, IL · 2d

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Carbondale organizations face increased demand following warming center closure

CARBONDALE, Ill. (KBSI) – The closure of Carbondale’s warming center is leaving a gap in services for people experiencing homelessness, and other community organizations are feeling the effects as more people turn to them for help. The Carbondale Warming Center closed Oct. 31 after officials said deteriorating conditions...

Carbondale, IL · 1d

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Carbondale football ready for another road trip as Terriers prepare for first quarterfinal game since 1992

CARBONDALE, Ill. -- After a rocky past two seasons, winning three games in back-to-back years, Carbondale has rallied to win 10 games and counting in 2026, preparing to compete in the school's first quarterfinal game since 1992 as the Terriers will face Providence Catholic on the road in the 5A Playoffs Saturday afternoon.

Carbondale, IL · 2d

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SIU sees hundreds of students attend Teachers Day

CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University saw nearly 400 high school students make their way on campus Friday morning. The university hosted the annual SIU Future Teachers Day, a event the school started six years ago to address the national teacher shortage. The event saw students leaning information at...

Carbondale, IL · 1d

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Ameren offers energy bill assistance to veterans, active-duty military members

CARBONDALE, Ill. (KBSI) – Ameren is encouraging veterans and active-duty military members struggling to pay their energy bills to apply for financial assistance through its Military Assistance Fund. The city of Carbondale shared information about the program during Military Appreciation Week to help eligible residents learn about available resources.

Carbondale, IL · 1d