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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 · 1d
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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 · 2d
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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.

Franklin County, IL · 9h
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Lott resigns from Pinckneyville football head coach position

Saturday afternoon most high school fans were headed to and enjoying high school football playoff games. Not in Pinckneyville. It’s been 15 years and five head coaches since the last time the Panthers made the postseason. It’ll have to be at least a sixth head coach until they return to the playoffs. Ryan Lott announced he is resigning on Saturday.

Pinckneyville, 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 · 1d

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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 · 2d

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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 · 10h

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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 · 21h

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Randolph County Sheriff’s Report

Joshua D. Stacy 40, Steeleville, arrested November 3, 2026 by Steeleville Police for aggravated battery. Pretrial Release. Christopher A. Morrison 43, Swanwick IL, arrested November 4, 2026 by Randolph County Sheriff’s Office for driving while license suspended. Pretrial Release. Michael E. Woods 57, Chester, arrested November 4, 2026 by...

Randolph County, IL · 1d

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Jefferson County Arrest Report 11/9/26

MT. VERNON, IL — On Tuesday, 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;. On Friday night, 26 year old Jesse Manning of Fairfield was arrested for possession with intent to manufacture or...

Jefferson County, IL · 1d

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18-year-old sentenced to 95 years for botched Anderson hit by crime organization

ANDERSON, Ind. — An 18-year-old will serve the rest of his life behind bars for his role in a botched hit that led to the shooting death of a 26-year-old woman in Anderson last year. The Madison County Prosecutor’s Office announced that 18-year-old Rejon Smith of Centralia, Illinois, has been sentenced to 95 years in […]

Anderson, IN · 4h

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Police Beat for Sunday, November 8th, 2026

Salem Police arrested 33-year-old Christopher Budds of West Schwartz in Salem for alleged aggravated domestic battery. He was taken to the Marion County Jail to await further court action. Centralia Police arrested 25-year-old Lucas Boyce of North Walnut in Centralia for alleged domestic battery. He was taken to the Marion...

Salem, IL · 2d

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Police Beat for Monday, November 9th, 2026

Centralia Police arrested 27-year-old Samantha Cook for domestic battery. She told police she was homeless. Cook was taken to the Marion County Jail to await a first appearance in court later today. Salem Police arrested 62-year-old Arnold Glosser of Shelburn, Indiana for possession of a stolen firearm. He was arrested...

Centralia, IL · 1d

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Man charged for slashing tires of 10 police cars in Mt. Vernon, Illinois

A knife-wielding man slashed tires of 10 police cars and confronted responding officers before he was subdued with a Taser in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, authorities say.

Mt Vernon, IL · 3d

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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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Two vehicles, including a school bus, struck by wrong way driver in Centralia

A 59-year-old Centralia man driving the wrong way on Noleman Street in Centralia struck a Centralia City Grade School bus and another vehicle on Monday afternoon. Centralia Police say Gregory Dunbar of Green Street Road had just used an inhaler that knocked him out. He was ticketed for aggravated driving under the influence of drugs and driving the wrong way on a one way street.

Centralia, IL · 2d

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18-year-old allegedly involved in June shooting charged with attempted murder

An 18-year-old Centralia man who allegedly fired shots into a car and home near the McKee and Gragg Street intersection on June 20th has been charged with a Class X felony charge of attempted murder. Sincer Rogers of McKee Street was also charged with two counts of aggravated discharge of...

Centralia, IL · 1d

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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 · 19h

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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 · 1d

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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 · 2d