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Three arrested following reported burglary in Franklin County

MULKEYTOWN, Ill., (KBSI) — Three men have been arrested following a reported burglary at a rural Franklin County residence Thursday morning. According to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a home in rural Mulkeytown around 10:40 a.m. Nov. 5 after receiving a report of a burglary in progress.

Franklin County, IL · 11h
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Mt Vernon Man Arrested for Vandalism, Attacking Police

A 29-year-old Mount Vernon man was arrested Tuesday after allegedly slashing or flattening the tires of 10 police vehicles, biting an officer and resisting arrest. Daniel Artis faces 10 Class 4 felony counts of criminal damage to government-supported property, one Class 2 felony count of aggravated battery to a peace officer, one Class X felony count of armed violence and two Class 3 felony counts of aggravated battery to a nurse, according to local court records.

Mt Vernon, IL · 1d
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19-YEAR-OLD OPDYKE WOMAN KILLED IN JEFFERSON COUNTY ROLLOVER CRASH

A 19-year-old Opdyke woman was killed Friday afternoon in a single-vehicle rollover crash on a rural gravel road in Jefferson County. Jefferson County Coroner Roger Hayse identified the victim as Emily Wollite of Opdyke. According to Hayse, Wollite was traveling on North Falcon Lane between Bluford and Belle Rive when...

Jefferson County, IL · 2d
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Southern Illinois Has 8 Small-Town Diners Worth The Long Drive For Breakfast Alone

Some of the best mornings start with a plain little building you almost drive right past. You walk in hungry, grab a booth, and suddenly the bacon, biscuits, and coffee turn an ordinary trip into a story you keep telling. Southern Illinois is full of these quiet breakfast spots, tucked...

Southern Illinois, IL · 1d
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Two deceased, third injured in Jackson County UTV crash

AVA, Ill. — Two people have died and another was hospitalized early Thursday morning following a side-by-side vehicle crash near Tiger Road in rural Ava, according to Jackson County Sheriff's Office. In a news release signed by Captain Carson Bunton, the sheriff's office stated that deputies responded around 12:17...

Ava, IL · 1d

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70-year-old man killed in single-vehicle crash in Jackson County

AVA, Ill., (KBSI) — A 70-year-old man died following a single-vehicle crash Wednesday evening in rural Jackson County. According to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened around 6:21 p.m. Nov. 4 on Illinois Route 151, approximately four-tenths of a mile south of Bluegrass Lane near Ava.

Jackson County, IL · 1d

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WAYNE CITY MAN ARRESTED FOLLOWING LENGTHY BURGLARY AND THEFT INVESTIGATION

A 47-year-old Wayne City man was arrested Tuesday, November 3rd following an extensive investigation into a series of burglaries and thefts in the Wayne City area. According to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, deputies arrested Joseph C. Cannon following a lengthy investigation into reported property crimes in and around Wayne City.

Wayne City, IL · 16h

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Nine elected to Jefferson County Board, McClellan Township Road District tax levy fails

Jefferson County elected 8 Republicans and 1 Democrat to the Jefferson County Board on election night. Republican candidates in Districts 2, 3, 5, and 8 ran unopposed. Republican Jeff Williams defeated Derrek Wilson in District 6, Republican Kenny Benjamin defeated Michael Young in District 11, Republican Wayne Hicks defeated Adam Colon in District 12, and Democrat Richard Gradford defeated WM. Todd Cole in District 13.

Jefferson County, IL · 2d

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Centralia Police make arrest in connection with shots fired into home in June

Centralia Police have made an arrest in connection with shots fired into a home on the 1200 block of McKee Street in June. 18-year-old Sincer Rogers of McKee Street in Centralia was arrested Thursday night when police were investigating a loud music complaint on Devonia Drive. He’s been charged with aggravated discharge of a firearm, armed violence and reckless conduct in connection with the original shooting incident. He’s also been arrested for resisting arrest in an October 31st traffic stop where he was a passenger who successfully ran from the vehicle. Rogers was also arrested for obstructing justice for allegedly giving police a false name while they were investigating the loud music complaint.

Centralia, IL · 9h

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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 · 14h

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Sandoval man ordered held without bond on arson charge

A 22-year-old Sandoval man was ordered held without bond after appearing in Marion County Court for the first time on Wednesday for arson. Joey Evans of South Main is accused of throwing a lighted gasoline can at a parked pickup truck in a parking lot in the 900 block of South Locust. The blaze burned the engine compartment before the Centralia Fire Department put it out.

Centralia, IL · 1d

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This Unassuming BBQ Joint In Illinois Serves A Pulled Pork Sandwich Locals Can’t Get Enough Of

Nobody warned you about Porch Chair BBQ PCB in Ina, Illinois, and that oversight is something you’re going to want to correct immediately. This is the kind of BBQ spot that locals quietly keep in their back pocket like a winning lottery ticket they’re not quite ready to cash in publicly.

Ina, IL · 2d

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Salem Army Veteran receives $5,000 at Thrive Mount Vernon

MOUNT VERNON, Ill. (KBSI) — Leonard Newcomb and his wife have four children and three bedrooms. They’re looking to sell their current home and buy one with more room. Now, a $5,000 check could help with the down payment. Newcomb, a U.S. Army veteran, is the Illinois winner...

Mt Vernon, IL · 2d

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No Hiking Experience Needed For This Easy Illinois Trail Through Bluffs To A Waterfall

A waterfall that sometimes shows up as a trickle still earns near-perfect love from hikers. That tells you plenty about the walk leading to it. Sandstone bluffs rise on both sides, and moss covers the rocks the whole way. The path itself is flat, wide, and smooth. Kids can handle...

Goreville, IL · 2d

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Redbirds run past St. Teresa for spot in program history

WEST FRANKFORT — The West Frankfort Redbirds piled up just shy of 500 yards of offense and blasted Decatur St. Teresa 56-28 in the 2A Round of 32, becoming one of only three teams in program history to win a playoff game. It’s the Redbirds’ first playoff win since...

West Frankfort, IL · 7h

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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 · 16h

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Southern Illinois schools earn Exemplary ratings on 2026 Illinois Report Card

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS (KBSI) — Several Southern Illinois schools have earned the state’s highest overall designation on the 2026 Illinois Report Card. Carterville High School, Tri-C Elementary School, Giant City School and Vienna High School were among the schools receiving an Exemplary designation. The report cards, released Oct. 30,...

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Oisín Dilger appointed carillonneur, Centralia Bell Tower

Oisín Dilger is appointed carillonneur for the Centralia Bell Tower, Centralia, Illinois. Originally from Galway, Ireland, he earned a music degree from University College Cork during which time he began studying carillon with Adrian Gebruers. He received the Quercus Scholarship of Performing Arts in 2023 and the following year the Staf Gebruers Memorial Award. Dilger has studied at the Royal Carillon School in Mechelen, Belgium, and has performed across Belgium, the Netherlands, and in the United States. He further studied organ at the conservatory of Mechelen.

Centralia, IL · 1d

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Frankfort School District to Hold Special Board Meeting on November 5

1600 East Ninth Street – West Frankfort, Illinois. I. Call to Order, Roll Call, Establishment of Quorum, and The Pledge of Allegiance:. II. Hearing of Delegates or Visitors and Public Comments:. III. New Business:. A. Presentation RE: Employee Health Insurance. B. Possible Student Disciplinary Hearing:. 1. Appointment of Hearing...

West Frankfort, IL · 2d