WTYE News
***UPDATED*** Early Morning Accident Under Investigation
(Undated) -- An early morning two-vehicle accident remains under investigation. According to the Crawford County Sheriff's Department, Deputies responded to the accident involving a semi-tractor-trailer and a passenger car at the intersection of N. Trimble Road and Route 1 at around 5:30 a.m. this morning (Wednesday). ...
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Wet and Stormy Weather Likely to Impact the Area
(Undated) -- Wet and stormy weather remains in our forecast. According to this morning's "Hazardous Weather Outlook" from the National Weather Service, scattered storms will linger over the area today. They say gusty winds and locally heavy rainfall are the primary hazards. A chance of showers and thunderstor...
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Three New Names Added to Jail Roster
(Undated) -- Three new names were added to the roster of the Crawford County Jail yesterday. According to jail records, Samuel Sutfin was booked into jail on a charge of Domestic Battery. Nicole Buchanan was arrested on a Domestic Battery charge. Timothy Yokel was booked into jail on charges of Unlawful Possession of M...
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NerdCon Returns to Robinson Civic Center This Saturday
(Robinson) -- Makers, creators, comic book artists, and purveyors of all things "nerdy" will take over the Robinson Civic Center this Saturday. NerdCon is back with more than thirty vendor booths, a Magic: The Gathering: The Hobbit presale event by Galactic Games and Things out of Olney, a Super Smash Brother...
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Get Your Rodeo Tickets Now
(Palestine) -- If you haven't gotten your rodeo tickets yet, now is the time. The Palestine Chamber of Commerce is reminding the public that its office is now open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to Noon on Saturday. They say tickets are $20 for pre-paid purchases, which is a $5 savings over the ...
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WTYE Sports
RHS Girls Golf Team Finishes 2nd in Mt. Carmel Invite
(Robinson) -- The RHS Girls Golf Team finished second out of nine teams at the Mt Carmel Invitational on Friday. Leah Correll was the medalist, winning the "invite" with an even-par round of 72. Addie Stewart shot a 92, Natalie Richards carded a 102, and Mya Wright finished with 107. The girls will be back in...
Aug 17, 2026
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
WTYE Obituaries
William J. "Bill" McMillen III
William J. "Bill" McMillen III, 90, of Robinson, IL, passed away on August 19, 2026, at Crawford Memorial Hospital in Robinson. He was born on September 12, 1935, in Vincennes, IN, to William James McMillen II and Rosalee Frances (Murray) McMillen. He grew up in Vincennes and graduated from Lincoln High Schoo...
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Margaret L. Survance
Mrs. Margaret L. Survance, known lovingly as Margaret, age 88, of Fairfield, Il, formerly of Robinson, IL, passed from this life on August 17, 2026, at the home of her sister, Lois Eckleberry, in Fairfield, after a long period of declining health, and she entered the presence of her Lord with the quiet dignity and fait...
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Douglas Weck
Douglas Weck, 65, of Annapolis, IL, passed away on August 17, 2026, at Willow Breeze, the Sarah Bush Lincoln Hospice House, in Mattoon, IL. Friends and family are invited to gather for two times of visitation at the Goodwine Funeral Home in Robinson. The first will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 19...
Aug 18, 2026
Lois Ann (Correll) Smith
Lois Ann (Correll) Smith, born on June 2, 1934, in Stoy, Illinois, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2026, at Casey Rehab and Nursing, surrounded by the love of her family. Her 92 years were marked by grace, resilience, and a deep devotion to those she held dear. Lois lived a life defined by kindness. She had a gent...
Aug 17, 2026
Kevin Delane Bennett
Kevin Delane Bennett, 62, of Oblong, IL, passed away on August 12, 2026, at Eastgate Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation in Washington, IN. He came into the world on October 16, 1963, in Vincennes, IN, and he grew up in Oblong, learning early that a day was meant to be worked. As a boy, he baled hay, split and sold fire...
Aug 17, 2026
Entertainment News
Hayden Panettiere death: DEA reportedly joins probe into what happened to late star
The investigation into the death of star Hayden Panettiere has expanded to include the Drug Enforcement Administration, TMZ reported. The actress died Sunday at the age of 36.
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Heather Graham flaunts fit physique in bikinis on romantic Italian escape
Heather Graham shared stunning bikini photos from her Positano vacation with boyfriend Michele Civetta, exploring Italy's Amalfi Coast together.
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John Stamos celebrates turning 63 with a thirst trap that has fans saying 'have mercy'
John Stamos celebrated his 63rd birthday with a thirst trap mirror selfie on Instagram. "Full House" fans and co-star Candace Cameron Bure reacted to the steamy photo.
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Prince Harry, Meghan Markle planning to move back to UK with children 6 years after royal exit: reports
Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet are enrolled in a British school starting in September as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle prepare to leave Montecito.
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Shirley MacLaine makes rare video appearance, pokes fun at 1960s movie flop
Shirley MacLaine, 92, sent a video message to a New York theater screening "Sweet Charity," joking about Bob Fosse's directorial debut flopping.
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Music News
Fan's Cause of Death at Goose's Madison Square Garden Concert Determined
Paul Keuker, 51, accidentally fell during the show and transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead
10h ago
Alex Lifeson Quit Weed for Rush's Tour. These 10 Musicians Gave It Up, Too (Or At Least Tried)
We look at other musicians - from Miley Cyrus to Willie Nelson to Paul McCartney to SZA - who've talked about quitting
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Anderson .Paak and Cordae Bicker With Their Pants Off in 'Step Brothers'-Inspired Album Teaser Video
Rappers filmed the clip to promote upcoming collaborative album, Heavy Is the Crown
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Ariana Grande Wins Fast-Track Subpoena Power to 'Unmask' Alleged Hackers
The singer told the court that without immediate discovery power, she runs the risk that the account data needed to identify her alleged hackers "will be lost"
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Reading & Leeds 2026: check out the full stage times
Florence + The Machine, Charli XCX, Fontaines D.C., Dave, RAYE and Chase & Status are this year's headliners The post Reading & Leeds 2026: check out the full stage times appeared first on NME.
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