WTYE News
Hot and Stormy Weather Remains in the Forecast
(Undated) -- Hot and stormy weather remains in our forecast. According to the "Hazardous Weather Outlook" from the National Weather Service, heat indices are expected to range from 95 to 105 degrees. A "Heat Advisory" will go into effect at noon and remain in effect until 8 p.m. tonight. Strong to s...
4h ago
CCEMA Announces Cooling Centers
(Undated) -- The extreme heat continues for the listening area, and as a result, local authorities have announced several "Cooling Centers" throughout Crawford County. According to authorities, these Centers are air-conditioned buildings intended to provide residents with a safe place to temporarily find reli...
4h ago
Two Sentenced on Meth Charges
(Undated) -- Two individuals were sentenced to time in the IDOC during August 10th court appearances. According to Crawford County State's Attorney, Cole Shaner, Alisa Chestnut was sentenced to three years on a Class 3 Felony charge of Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine. Kimberly Padrick was also sentenced to three...
4h ago
CCSO Taking Sealed Bids for 2016 Ford Explorer
(Undated) -- The Crawford County Sheriff's Department is taking sealed bids on a 2016 Ford Explorer. According to a post on the department's Facebook page, the vehicle currently has 180,000 miles. All bids must be dropped off to the CCSO or Crawford County Clerk's Office in the Annex building, sealed and marked as &quo...
4h ago
RPD Now Hiring
(Undated) -- The Robinson Police Department is once again accepting applications for "entry-level" officers and those seeking a lateral transfer. RPD Chief, Eric Schmidt, says qualified entry-level applicants will be contacted via email and are required to attend physical and written testing on Saturday, Octo...
5h ago
WTYE Sports
2026 High School Football Season Begins August 20th
(Undated) -- The 2026 IHSA high school football season is set to begin in just over a week. During their annual by-law referendum, the Illinois High School Association expanded the high school football playoff field from 256 to 384 total teams and approved the accompanying "season shift." Per the new schedule...
Aug 11, 2026
IHSA Needs Officials Ahead of Upcoming Football Season
(Undated) -- With less than a week until high school football practices begin, the IHSA says they need more officials. Illinois High School Association Director, Craig Anderson, says with many of their officials getting older, they need some "new blood." Games begin Aug. 20 and 21.
Jul 31, 2026
Robinson Maroons Set to Begin Football Season on August 21st
(Springfield, IL) -- The Illinois High School Association is releasing the 2026 Illinois high school football schedules for the upcoming fall season. Week one games kick off August 20th through the 22nd, a week earlier than usual, due to expanded playoffs debuting this year. The playoffs are expanding from 32 teams per...
Jul 23, 2026
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
WTYE Obituaries
Joseph Erin Brown
Joseph Erin Brown, 16, of Robinson, IL, passed away unexpectedly on August 6, 2026, at Crawford Memorial Hospital in Robinson. A time of visitation will be held from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 29th, at the Goodwine Funeral Home in Robinson. A celebration of his life will immediately follow at 2:00 p.m. with...
Aug 10, 2026
Wilfred "Bill" Wait
Wilfred "Bill" Wait, 90, of Robinson, Illinois, passed away in the comfort of his home on August 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born at home in Robinson on December 2, 1935, the son of Lance and Helen (Knapp) Wait. He was a Robinson boy through and through, and he learned the value of a...
Aug 07, 2026
Entertainment News
Mick Jagger proves he still has the 'Moves Like Jagger' in viral dance video
Mick Jagger's viral club video shows the 83-year-old Rolling Stones frontman energetically dancing under a disco ball to the band's new song.
Aug 11, 2026
Suspect arrested at Kim Kardashian's mansion after stolen vehicle, break-in reported in Hidden Hills
A suspect was arrested after a vehicle was stolen from Kim Kardashian's Hidden Hills mansion, which is currently under renovation and unoccupied.
Aug 11, 2026
Jessica Alba rocks animal-print bikini as she shares glimpse into summer with Danny Ramirez
Jessica Alba's August Instagram carousel showcases a tiger-print bikini selfie, golf outings, family beach time, and moments with Danny Ramirez.
Aug 10, 2026
Brad Pitt admits he began drinking again after years of sobriety
Brad Pitt tells Esquire he got "back off the wagon" after seven years sober and describes the one period he says he understood suicide as relief.
Aug 10, 2026
Rod Stewart postpones concert due to 'minor medical procedure' on One Last Time tour
Rod Stewart postponed his Cincinnati concert at Riverbend Music Center due to a minor medical procedure.
Aug 10, 2026
Music News
Biggie's Manager Wins Battle Against Widow Faith Evans, Gains Partial Control Over Rapper's Catalog
Wayne Barrow prevailed in his battle to get payments as the trustee of Biggie's mom's estate
Aug 11, 2026
ZZ Top Drummer Frank Beard Facing Health Issues Following Show Cancellation
Billy Gibbons and Elwood Francis will continue the tour with a fill-in for the musician, a spokesperson told Rolling Stone
Aug 11, 2026
Morrissey pays tribute to late manager Peter Katsis: "A world has ended"
"He was a very unusual star: an adventurer who enjoyed biting off more than most people could collectively chew" The post Morrissey pays tribute to late manager Peter Katsis: "A world has ended" appeared first on NME.
Aug 10, 2026
Watch Beabadoobee debut stripped-back 'Pylon' title track at Red Rocks
She also played the unreleased 'Memories', ahead of the new record's release next month The post Watch Beabadoobee debut stripped-back 'Pylon' title track at Red Rocks appeared first on NME.
Aug 10, 2026
Rod Stewart postpones US show at last-minute due to "medical procedure"
He paused a gig earlier this summer to use an oxygen tank after nearly fainting on stage, and cancelled another performance because of health reasons The post Rod Stewart postpones US show at last-minute due to "medical procedure" appeared first on NME.
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