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IDNR confirms death of mountain lion in southern Illinois

JACKSON COUNTY, Ill. — The Illinois Department of Natural Resources confirmed on Tuesday that a young male mountain lion that had been visiting southern Illinois for the past two months was found deceased. According to the IDNR, a hunter discovered the cat's remains in Jackson County, near the Union...

Jackson County, IL · 3d

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Work on Twin Bridges bring new closures

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — For about month, drivers have become accustomed to traffic changes on the Twin Bridges. More construction started Monday on the southbound bridge. The work includes repairs to the bridge’s support structure, rocker bearings and support beam. Until Wednesday night, traffic flow will feel and look about the same. However, starting Thursday […]

Henderson, KY · 5d

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Old Princeton jail being demolished

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The old Princeton jail in Gibson County is coming down, but the Sheriff said the project is about more than demolishing a building. The jail is being taken down as part of an agreement with the city of Princeton to build a new Gibson County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Bruce Vanoven said […]

Princeton, IN · 3d

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Posey County farmers push back after Amazon asks to buy their land

POSEY CO., Ind. (WFIE) - Farmers in Posey County have pushed back for months after Amazon approached them this summer about buying their land for a data center. Dennis Herrenbruck and his son-in-law, Jason Naab, said they turned down the company. They farm land at the corner of Boberg and Hoenert roads that has belonged to Herrenbruck’s family for more than a century.

Posey County, IN · 2d
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Investments announced for Henderson, Owensboro riverports

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Gov. Andy Beshear announced a $15.1 million investment to enhance freight capacity and support economic activity through Kentucky’s waterways, and some of those are within the Eyewitness News coverage area. Officials explain these awards from the Kentucky Public Riverport Construction and Maintenance (KPRCM) program will fund projects which include equipment upgrades […]

Henderson, KY · 1d

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Final stage of Twin Bridges repairs begins tonight

HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - Kentucky Transportation Cabinet officials say repairs to the U.S. 41 Twin Bridges are entering their final stage, beginning with changes to the existing traffic pattern at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Watch us when we are live, right here ⬇️. According to a press release, at...

Henderson, KY · 1d

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FOUR DEFENDANTS SENTENCED IN WAYNE COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT THURSDAY

Four defendants appeared in Wayne County Circuit Court on Thursday. 42-year-old Shawn D. Carl of Fairfield was sentenced to two years in the Illinois Department of Corrections after pleading guilty to a Class 4 felony charge of driving while license revoked. Court records show the offense occurred on February 22, 2025. Carl entered his guilty plea on September 3, 2026, and was sentenced Thursday.

Fairfield, 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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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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Emergency Spending Increase, Possible New Crossville Sign

During the Village of Crossville board meeting, all but two agreed to increase the Mayor’s emergency spending for the Village. Mayor Kuykendall explained that the water department’s telemetry computer, which monitors the tower levels and pump activity, had crashed. That discussion prompted the Mayor to revisit the existing $750 mayoral spending limit and the difficulty of convening a special meeting quickly for urgent operational needs. Derek Spicer agreed and gave an example: if a pump needed to be replaced, which costs roughly $8,000-$9,000, a special meeting to approve that spending would be costly. Mayor Kuykendall shared his thoughts,

Crossville, IL · 1d

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Scores Of Senior Home Delivered Meals Remain Suspended In WKY

Despite the reported downturn in funding, regional officials are trying to keep senior home delivered meals on the menu. During Monday afternoon’s Pennyrile Area Development District meeting in Hopkinsville, Aging & Independent Living Director Amanda Stokes gave comprehensive update on the program’s current state, and where leadership plans to go from here.

Hopkinsville, KY · 4d

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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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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

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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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FAIRFIELD DIESEL SPILL CLEANUP COSTS TOP $1.1 MILLION; CITY PURCHASES ENVIRONMENTAL INSURANCE

The City of Fairfield has spent more than $1.1 million cleaning up a diesel fuel spill caused by vandals at the former city light plant, with additional expenses still expected. The spill was first discovered July 26, 2025, when diesel fuel was detected in Johnson Creek. An investigation determined that...

Fairfield, IL · 12h

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ILLINOIS STATE POLICE STEP UP ENFORCEMENT IN I-57 CONSTRUCTION ZONES NEAR MT. VERNON

Illinois State Police are increasing patrols and traffic enforcement along Interstate 57 near Mt. Vernon in an effort to reduce crashes and improve safety in two major construction zones. The increased enforcement began earlier this month as part of a work zone safety initiative ahead of the busy holiday travel...

Mt Vernon, IL · 1d

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Cape Girardeau hemp shop to close as new Missouri law takes effect

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - A Cape Girardeau hemp shop is preparing to close its doors as a new Missouri law changes where many hemp-derived THC products can be sold. The law takes effect Thursday, November 12. The new law gives the state’s regulated marijuana system authority over many...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 3d

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Cape Girardeau County Transit Authority to remove Town Plaza bus shelter

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The Cape Girardeau County Transit Authority announced plans to remove the bus shelter at Town Plaza, but bus service at the location will continue. According to the transit authority, the shelter is being removed because of ongoing concerns surrounding the location. Officials did not...

Cape Girardeau County, MO · 2d

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Planned power outage scheduled for Jackson residents Nov. 18

JACKSON, Mo. (KBSI) – Some Jackson residents will experience a planned power outage Wednesday, Nov. 18, as city crews work to replace an electric transformer. According to the city of Jackson, the outage is scheduled from 9 to 11 a.m. and will affect properties in the following areas:. –...

Jackson, MO · 1d