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ILLINOIS STATE POLICE INVESTIGATING DEATH ON INTERSTATE 57 IN FRANKLIN COUNTY

Illinois State Police are investigating after a person was found deceased Monday morning on Interstate 57 near Whittington in Franklin County. According to Illinois State Police Troop 10, troopers responded at approximately 6:58 a.m. Monday to a report of a person down in the roadway near northbound milepost 77 at Franklin Cemetery Road.

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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.

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23 arrested in Williamson County on drug and firearms trafficking charges

The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office says a ten-month investigation into drug and firearms trafficking has led to charges against 23 people in the Herrin area. Authorities carried out the operation early Friday morning, serving seven search warrants and 15 arrest warrants at locations in Herrin and Energy. Investigators say...

Williamson County, 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 · 2d
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IDNR: Mountain lion spotted in Jackson, Union Counties found dead

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS (Heartland News) - A young male mountain lion recently spotted in southern Illinois has been found dead, the Ill. Department of Natural Resources confirmed on Tuesday. The IDNR said the mountain lion’s remains were discovered by a hunter in Jackson County near the Union County line. The...

Jackson County, IL · 22h

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Budweiser Clydesdales coming to Southern Illinois for holiday appearances

MARION, Ill. (KBSI) – The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales are coming to Southern Illinois this November, giving residents several opportunities to see the horses up close during the holiday season. The Clydesdales will be available for free stable viewing at the Pavilion in Marion on four dates:. – Tuesday, Nov....

Marion, IL · 1d

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Southern Illinois Wine Trail Towns Hide 7 Quiet Lunch Spots Locals Love

The Shawnee Hills of Southern Illinois are famous for rolling orchards, rocky bluffs, and small towns you could miss if you blinked. But the best part of a day out here might be the midday meal. Tiny villages like Cobden, Makanda, Vienna, and Goreville each have a lunch stop where...

Southern Illinois, IL · 1d

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Illinois Homeowner Returns to Find 3 Men Loading His Garage Belongings Onto a Trailer

A homeowner in rural Illinois returned to his property to find three men loading items from his garage onto a trailer, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies arrived while the men were still at the property, bringing the reported daylight burglary to an abrupt end. The discovery happened Thursday, November 5, near Mulkeytown,...

Franklin County, 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 · 2d

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Boil Water Order for Carterville Water Customers

CARTERVILLE, Ill. (WJPF) – The city of Carterville has issued a boil order for multiple Carterville Water Customers. The boil order is due to a valve failure during the replacement of old water mains in the Ridge Street area. As of 3:40pm on November 10 the order was issued...

Carterville, IL · 10h

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Betty Akamani claims self-defense; jury trial set for Nov. 16

In her final court appearance before trial, Betty Akamani said she acted in self-defense in the shooting death of SIU professor Kofi Akamani in September. Her trial on murder charges in connection to her estranged husband’s death will begin next week. Betty Akamani appeared in court on Monday, where...

Murphysboro, IL · 2d

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SIU Carbondale announces $1.2 million in salary increases for 190 faculty members

CARBONDALE, Ill. (KBSI) – Southern Illinois University Carbondale is investing $1.2 million to increase salaries for 190 faculty members as part of an effort to address pay disparities among university employees. The university announced Tuesday, Nov. 10, that it reached an agreement with the SIUC Faculty Association following an...

Carbondale, IL · 1d

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Community meets in Du Quoin to talk opioid addiction

DU QUOIN, Ill. — Rural Health Inc.'s RCORP Impact Network facilitated a conversation Monday in Du Quoin to help teach people how to get active in their communities on the issue of opioid addiction. The goal of the program is to teach people how to get active in their...

Du Quoin, IL · 2d

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SIU student organizes Carbondale protest calling for justice for Nolan Wells

Southern Illinois University senior Jamarion Dennie organized a protest Friday across from Hangar 9 on The Strip, calling for justice for Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old Black college student whose death in Mississippi has drawn national attention. About 40 people attended the demonstration, gathering to show support for Wells’ family and...

Carbondale, IL · 2d

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WEST FRANKFORT AND FLORA FIREFIGHTERS TURN FOOTBALL RIVALRY INTO CHARITABLE CHALLENGE

A friendly rivalry between the West Frankfort and Flora fire departments is turning Saturday’s high school football matchup between the Redbirds and Wolves at Flora into an opportunity to support two charitable causes. West Frankfort Firefighters IAFF Local 2402 and the Flora Volunteer Fire Department have agreed to make...

West Frankfort, IL · 13h

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Carbondale woman identifies jury duty scam call, warns others

CARBONDALE, Ill. (Heartland News) - A Carbondale resident said she recognized a jury duty scam call and is warning others about it. Scam calls come in many forms, but they often have the same goal: getting money or personal information. Aimee Wigfall said a recent call about jury duty caught...

Carbondale, IL · 1d

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Several Franklin Co. fire departments to conduct prescribed burn tonight

ZEIGLER, Ill. (Heartland News) - Several fire departments in Franklin County, Illinois will conduct a prescribed burn that could generate excessive smoke near Zeigler. According to the Zeigler Fire Department Facebook page, the burn will start at 6:00 p.m. on November 10 in large drainage ditches from Maryland Street to Church Street.

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Heartland native, American Idol winner to perform at Marion Cultural and Civic Center

MARION, Ill. (Heartland News) - A Heartland native and winner of American Idol will perform at the Marion Cultural and Civic Center in July 2027. According to organizers, tickets go on sale on Friday, November 13 at 10 a.m. Ticket prices range from $44.39 to $139.79. Hannah Harper’s “Behind this...

Marion, IL · 2d

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Kokopelli Golf Club offering free golf to veterans on Veterans Day

MARION, Ill. (KBSI) – Kokopelli Golf Club in Marion is honoring veterans and active-duty military members with complimentary golf on Veterans Day. The golf club announced that all veterans, military retirees and active-duty service members can play a free round of golf Wednesday, Nov. 11. Golfers accompanying veterans can...

Marion, IL · 1d