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Drug and Firearms trafficking raid in Williamson County results in 23 arrests

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Ill. (WJPF) – 23 suspects have been identified in a drug and firearms trafficking raid in Williamson County. Beginning at 4:30am Friday November 6, the sheriff’s office executed 7 court authorized search warrants in conjunction with 15 arrest warrants in Herrin and Energy. The operation is the result of a ten month investigation involving extensive surveillance, intelligence gathering, and dozens of controlled purchases of methamphetamine, other controlled substances, and firearms.

Williamson County, IL · 9h
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I-57 reopens after deadly incident in Franklin County

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ill. (Heartland News) - Illinois State Police say Interstate 57 has reopened after a deadly incident in Franklin County. ISP investigators say they responded to a report of a person down in the roadway in the northbound lanes of I-57, near mile marker 77, just before 7 a.m. on Monday.

Franklin County, IL · 7h
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23 suspects identified in Williamson County drug, firearms trafficking investigation

HERRIN, Ill. — A 10-month investigation into suspected drug and firearms trafficking led to raids at seven locations and 23 identified suspects early Friday morning, the Williamson County Sheriff's Office announced Saturday afternoon. With 15 arrest warrants from the investigation, the sheriff's Special Response Team carried out seven search...

Williamson County, 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 · 1d
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Carrier Mills man sentenced to five years in prison for attacking police chief

CARRIER MILLS, Ill., (KBSI) — A Carrier Mills man has been sentenced to five years in prison for striking the town’s police chief with a metal bar during a domestic violence investigation. According to the Carrier Mills Police Department, Anthony J. Yates was sentenced to five years in...

Carrier Mills, IL · 8h

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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 · 1d

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Three people arrested for burglary in Franklin County

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ill. (WJPF) – Three people have been arrested following a reported burglary in Franklin County. On November 5 around 10:40am, deputies responded to the report at a residence in Mulkeytown. Upon arriving at the residence, deputies discovered that the homeowner had arrived shortly before their response. Deputies...

Franklin County, IL · 9h

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Auburn Falls in High Scoring Second Round Duel at West Frankfort

There were plenty of points to around in Auburn’s second round matchup against West Frankfort, with the Redbirds prevailing 53-41. West Frankfort’s scoring was led by QB Lucas Parker who ran for four touchdowns and threw two more. On the Trojan side, Zi’kerion McKinney scored three receiving touchdowns and Chance Crissey added two on the ground. Beau Chance threw four touchdowns for Auburn. West Frankfort will play Flora in the quarterfinals while Auburn’s season ends at 7-5 with two playoff wins.

West Frankfort, IL · 1d

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Murphysboro’s Carter announces resignation

Murphysboro High School is in need of a new head football coach. Gary Carter announced his resignation from the position late Sunday night. In a statement on social media, Carter thanked his assistant coaches, players, and the parents of those players for the dedication and support they gave the program during his team as head coach.

Murphysboro, IL · 11h

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Instant Reaction: Auburn’s Gardner Reflects on Trojans Season and Loss to West Frankfort

Auburn fell in a shootout 53-41 to West Frankfort in Round Two of the 2A playoffs. Trojan Head Coach Ryan Gardner shared his thoughts on the game and the Trojans season as a whole. Auburn ends the year at 7-5 with two playoff wins.

Auburn, IL · 2d

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City of Benton, Illinois announces cancellation of Snow Globe Village 2026

BENTON, Ill. — The City of Benton, Illinois is announcing the cancellation of Snow Globe Village, originally set for Nov. 21 and Nov. 22, 2026. "We were looking forward to introducing this exciting new holiday event to our community and sincerely apologize for any disappointment or inconvenience this cancellation may cause," a release from the city states.

Benton, IL · 2d

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These 8 Illinois Restaurants Belong On Your Bucket List Faster Than You Can Say Delicious

Want to find the most delicious restaurants in Illinois for your bucket list?. These 8 restaurants serve up bold flavors and truly memorable meals!. 1. Alongi’s Italian Restaurant (Du Quoin) There are restaurants you visit once and forget, and then there are restaurants that stick with you forever. Alongi’s...

Illinois · 1d

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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 · 1d

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Murphysboro man turns himself in, says he killed his mother with a hammer

A Murphysboro man is facing two felony charges of first-degree murder after he turned himself in to police on Thursday, telling cops he hit his mother in the head with a hammer during an argument in the home they shared on New Era Road. At 3:17 p.m. on Thursday, Nov....

Murphysboro, IL · 2d

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4 southern Illinois high school football teams advance to IHSA quarterfinals

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS (Heartland News) - Saturday was full of high school football action across southern Illinois for the second round of the IHSA playoffs. The Carbondale Terriers, West Frankfort Redbirds, Benton Rangers, Carterville Lions and Nashville Hornets all competed. There were some big wins and some heartbreakers. In Class 5A,...

Carbondale, IL · 1d

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Mt. Carmel rallies from 17 points down, to stun Benton in IHSA Football playoffs

MT. CARMEL, IL. (WFIE) - Watch our exciting high school football highlights of Benton vs. Mount Carmel, in the IHSA Class 3A playoffs, on Saturday!

Mt Carmel, IL · 1d

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Carbondale cruises to first quarterfinal berth in 34 years

CARBONDALE, Ill. (Heartland News) - A sea of black and grey shed happy tears Saturday night as the Carbondale Terriers made history on the gridiron. Carbondale defeated LaSalle (Peru) 41-13, clinching a spot in the IHSA 5A quarterfinals. For the Terriers, it will be their first time in a quarterfinal this millennium, the last time being in 1992.

Carbondale, IL · 1d

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Frost Watch Upgraded to Freeze Warning for Counties in Illinois and Missouri as Temperatures Keep Dropping

A Freeze Warning has been issued for 30 counties in southern Illinois and southeast Missouri as another night of sub-freezing temperatures is expected. The National Weather Service in Paducah upgraded its earlier Freeze Watch to a warning, with lows as low as 31 degrees. It runs from 11 PM CST Saturday to 8 AM CST Sunday, Nov. 8.

Missouri · 2d

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Women in Business Connects at Oasis Nutrition

On Thursday, October 22, De Soto women business owners and leaders started their morning at Oasis Nutrition for the latest Women in Business gathering. Hosted by Sherelle Witt, owner of Oasis Nutrition and local realtor, the event offered complimentary morning beverages and snacks in a welcoming, relaxed setting. Attendees represented a wide range of businesses across the community.

De Soto, IL · 1d

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Brief Weekend Cold Blast Gives Way to Warmer than Normal Across Illinois Including Chicago, Peoria, and Springfield with Highs in the 50s

ILLINOIS — A brief cold blast is expected later this week into the weekend across Illinois, but warmer than normal temperatures are set to return next week. The latest 8 to 14 day outlook from the Climate Prediction Center, valid from November 16 through 22, shows Illinois and much of the Midwest leaning strongly toward above normal temperatures. Highs could reach the 50s and possibly the 60s at times, well above typical mid-November levels.

Illinois · 20h