WTYE News
Hot, Humid, and Stormy Weather Remains in the Forecast
(Undated) -- Heat and humidity will continue across the area. According to the National Weather Service, hot and humid weather will stick around through Saturday, with highs in the lower 90s and afternoon heat index values peaking between 98 and 103 degrees each day. They say scattered thunderstorms return to the area ...
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Red Cross Offers Summer Heat Reminder
(Undated) -- Look out for the summer sun, heat, and humidity. With temperatures in the 90s and an afternoon heat index that will once again approach the century mark, the American Red Cross reminds the public of some basic summer safety tips. Stay inside during the hottest parts of the day. Drink plenty of water, wear ...
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Crawford County Fair Grandstand Events Begin Saturday
(Undated) -- The Crawford County Fair kicks off this weekend. Grandstand events get underway on Saturday with the Queen and Little Miss Pageant. Sunday's grandstand entertainment will be the Barnyard Scramble. Go Kart Racing is set for Monday, with the Truck and Tractor Pull on Tuesday, and Wednesday will feature Dirt ...
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LTC Career and Technical Training Center Begins to Take Shape
(Undated) -- The Career and Technical Training Center on the LTC campus is starting to "take shape." Lincoln Trail College held the groundbreaking for its new Career and Technical Training Center in late October 2025. Forde says they hope to have classes in the new facility by next year.
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"Walk-In Wednesday" Continues at LTC
(Robinson -- Today is the second "Walk-In Wednesday" at Lincoln Trail College. As students prepare for the start of the Fall 2026 Semester, LTC is once again holding "Walk-In Wednesdays." IECC Director of Marketing and Communications, Chris Forde, says the "Walk-In Wednesdays" allow studen...
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WTYE Sports
Three RHS Players Named to 2026 Little Illini Conference All-Conference Selections
(Robinson) -- A trio of Robinson Maroons baseball players made the 2026 Little Illini Conference All-Conference Selections. Graysen Brown was named 1st Team. Gunner Hoalt was named 2nd Team and Braylon Murray was an Honorable Mention. The Maroons wrapped up the season with a loss against Newton in the 2A Effingham Regi...
Jun 08, 2026
Lady Maroons Season Ends in Dramatic Fashion
(Robison) -- The softball season came to an end for the RHS Lady Maroons in dramatic fashion yesterday. RHS fell to Tolono-Unity 4-3 in eight innings. RHS held a 2-0 lead heading into the top of the 7th inning when a three-run home run to left field by Karleigh Jamison gave the Tolono Rockets the lead. RHS answered bac...
May 28, 2026
Maroons Baseball Season Comes to an End
(Robinson) -- The RHS Maroons got shut out 7-0 in their season finale against Newton in the 2A Effingham Regional Semifinal. Felix Reynolds took the loss for Robinson, pitching four innings, surrendering five runs on eight hits, striking out one, and walking two. Gunner Hoalt, Graysen Brown, Brody Baker, and Brayden Tu...
May 28, 2026
Lady Maroons Face Tolono Unity in the 2A Sectional Semifinal
(Robinson) -- The RHS Lady Maroons will have their hands full when they square off against Tolono Unity this afternoon in the 2A Sectional Semifinal. The Lady Maroons advanced to today's contest following Friday's thrilling walk-off victory over T-Town in the 2A Regional Championship. The Lady Maroons and Tolono Unity ...
May 27, 2026
RHS Rolls to 10-0 Shutout Over OPH
(Robinson) -- The RHS Maroons rolled to a 10-0 five-inning shutout of the OPH Wildcats yesterday. Graysen Brown earned the win for RHS, surrendering one hit and zero runs over five innings, striking out eight and walking two. Lucas Blessing took the loss for OPH, going two and two-thirds innings, surrendering six runs ...
May 26, 2026
WTYE Obituaries
LaDonna Stant
LaDonna Stant, 83, of Annapolis, IL, died on July 13, 2026, at her home. She was born on October 22, 1942, in Annapolis, the daughter of Berl and March (Tracy) Bonham. LaDonna grew up in a farmhouse near Annapolis and graduated from Hutsonville High School. She later worked for several years as a bank teller. On May 18...
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Larry D. Cooley
Larry D. Cooley, 72, of Robinson, IL, passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at Haven of Ridgeview in Oblong, IL. He and his twin brother Terry were born in Robinson on July 9, 1954, to Oral and Elizabeth "Liz" (Dunlap) Cooley. He grew up in Robinson and graduated from Robinson High School with the Class of 19...
Jul 14, 2026
Randall "Randy" Lee Daugherty
Randall "Randy" Lee Daugherty, 76, of Robinson, IL, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026, at Arbor Rose of Robinson. He was born on June 12, 1950, in rural Palestine, IL, the son of Lester "Skip" and Doris (McCammon) Daugherty. His parents were at a fish fry when Randy made it known he couldn't wait...
Jul 14, 2026
Holden Franklin-James Mabre
Holden Franklin-James Mabrey, the infant son of Damien Mabrey & Makhia Littlejohn, was welcomed into this world and then into eternity on July 8, 2026. He is also survived by his maternal grandparents, Nikki & David Littlejohn; his paternal grandfather, Tyler Mabrey; his maternal great-grandparents, Ray & K...
Jul 13, 2026
Emilee N. Fitzwater
It is with heavy hearts and profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Emilee Fitzwater, who departed from this world peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer. Emilee's journey on this earth may have ended, but her spirit remains vibrantly alive in the hearts of al...
Jul 13, 2026
Entertainment News
Billy Joel says aging musicians who keep making records past their prime 'dilute their legacy'
Billy Joel revealed why he stopped writing music after his 1993 album "River of Dreams," saying he didn't want to "dilute" his legacy like others.
4h ago
Ice-T drops marriage advice after more than 20 years with Coco Austin
Ice-T reveals the date night rule and communication habits that have kept his marriage to Coco Austin strong for more than two decades running.
4h ago
Prince Harry longs for his old royal life as America isn't what he expected, experts say
After meeting King Charles III at Highgrove House, sources claim Prince Harry is longing for his former royal life and U.K. friends.
9h ago
Country singer RaeLynn files for divorce from Army veteran husband after decade-long marriage
RaeLynn filed for divorce in Nashvill July 8, citing irreconcilable differences with her Army veteran husband after more than 10 years.
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David Beckham goes full cowboy in Dallas before Spain's World Cup semifinal victory
David Beckham posted a white cowboy hat photo in Dallas, and "Yellowstone" star Cole Hauser called him a "Texas gangster" ahead of the semifinal.
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Music News
David Bowie's Rare Recordings From 1965 With Shel Talmy Will Finally Be Released
"I Want Your Love" shows Bowie playing to the era, which included sessions with Jimmy Page and Nicky Hopkins
4h ago
Beck Previews New Album, 'Ride Lonesome,' With Plaintive 'In the Night'
The LP is a follow-up to the musician's Grammy-winning effort Hyperspace
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Phoebe Bridgers Plays Surprise Performance of 'Lost Boys' on 'Fallon'
Singer-songwriter's third album, Lost Weekend, arrives next month
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Mick Jagger Regrets Taking John Lennon's Advice Not to Meet Elvis Presley: 'Really Stupid of Me'
Jagger revealed why he heeded the Beatles member's advice
16h ago
Billy Joel Stopped Writing Songs Because He Didn't Want to 'Dilute' His Legacy
The artist released his last rock album in 1993
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