WTYE News

Much Needed Rain is in the Weekend Forecast
(Undated) -- It looks like some much-needed rain is in the forecast for the weekend. According to this morning's "Hazardous Weather Outlook" from the National Weather Service, scattered thunderstorms are possible late this afternoon through tonight. They say periods of scattered thunderstorms are also possibl...
Sep 19, 2025

Oblong Mayor Reminds Public to be Safe During Harvest
(Oblong) -- Oblong Mayor, Teresa Fielder, took to social media yesterday to remind the public to look out during harvest season. Fielder says it's important to take your time and pay attention to the larger equipment that will be sharing our roadways during the weeks ahead. She says Mont Eagle Mills in Oblong can see u...
Sep 19, 2025

Kidney Mobile is Coming to the CCHD
(Robinson) -- The National Kidney Foundation of Illinois is teaming up with the Crawford County Health Department to provide a free kidney and health screening next week. According to the CCHD, the screening will be held at the Crawford County Health Department, Monday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. They say anyone inter...
Sep 19, 2025

Gas Prices Continue to Fluctuate
(Undated) -- The national average for a gallon of regular unleaded has ticked higher over the last week. According to this morning's numbers from GasBuddy.com, the national average is $3.21 a gallon, up three cents from last Friday. Here in Illinois, drivers are paying an average of $3.41 a gallon, down seven cents fro...
Sep 19, 2025

September is "National Preparedness Month"
(Undated) -- September is "National Preparedness Month." The Crawford County Health Department is reminding the public to think about what you and the people in your home need to do every day to stay prepared. They say having enough food, water, and medicine can help you stay safe and comfortable until help a...
Sep 19, 2025
WTYE Sports
Maroons Fall to 1-3 Following Loss to Casey
(Robinson) -- The RHS Maroons went scoreless in the second half of a 38-14 loss to the Casey-Westfield Warriors last night. Resse Johnson completed ten of nineteen pass attempts for 96 yards for RHS. Johnson also carried the ball twenty times for 67 yards. Jetson Hoalt completed three of five pass attempts for 45 yards...
Sep 20, 2025
OHS Wins and Pal/Hut Falls in Week 4
(Undated) -- The OHS Panthers moved back to .500 with a 50-20 route of the Dugger-Union Bulldogs last night. With the win, OHS improves to 2-2 and will be back in action a week from today for a home game against Unity Christian. The Palestine/Hutsonville Pioneers continue to look for their first win, following last nig...
Sep 20, 2025
NMS Lady Raiders Fall to Kewanee
(Robinson) -- Despite a late rally, the Nuttle Middle School Lady Raiders fell to Kewanee-Wethersfield in State Championship tournament action this morning by a final score of 7-4. With the loss, the Raiders finish the season 20-2.
Sep 19, 2025
Friday Night Lights Feature Three Home Games
(Undated) -- It's Week 4 of the High School football season. The 1-2 RHS Maroons will be looking to "right the ship" tonight. Following a week one win, the Maroons have lost their last two, both on the road. They return to Crosby Field tonight to face the 3-0 Casey-Westfield Warriors in a 7 p.m. kickoff. Preg...
Sep 19, 2025
RHS Girls Tennis Team Came Up Short Against Casey
(Robinson) -- The Robinson Girls Varsity Tennis team came up just short against Casey yesterday, falling 4-5. The Lady Maroons picked up singles wins from Laura Hirschberger and Katelyn Murrell. In doubles play, the Lady Maroons got wins from the teams of Genevieve Garrard and Olivia Watwood, and Alivia Murphy and Kate...
Sep 19, 2025
WTYE Obituaries

Tyler McCrillis
Tyler McCrillis, 42, of Louisville, KY, formerly of Palestine, IL, passed away on September 17, 2025. Born on September 7, 1983, in Robinson, IL, to Steve & Becky (Maddox) McCrillis, he grew up in Palestine, where his quick wit and sharp mind made him unforgettable to everyone around him. He thrived in school, writ...
Sep 19, 2025

Jerry L. Heleine
Jerry L. Heleine, 63, of West York, IL passed away 3:20 PM Tuesday, Sept. 16,2025 in the comfort of his home following a long and hard fought illness. Jerry was born April 12, 1962 at Robinson, IL, the son of John Raymond Heleine Jr. and Eva Dale Cornwell Heleine. On Nov 13, 1993 he married Dana Jones at the Ohio Chape...
Sep 18, 2025
Entertainment News

Angelina Jolie criticizes America in free speech plea
Angelina Jolie said she doesn't recognize America during a press conference at San Sebastian Film Festival, where she discussed her international worldview.
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Savannah Chrisley says 'our lives are on the line' following Charlie Kirk's death, vows to fight on
During an appearance on “Fox & Friends," Savannah Chrisley opened up about the impact the conservative activist had on her and explained why it's important to continue his fight.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle make first joint public appearance since his reunion with King Charles lll
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made a surprise appearance at the One805LIVE! benefit concert, marking the couple's first appearance since Harry's reunion with King Charles lll.
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'Brady Bunch' star Maureen McCormick shares key to successful 40-year Hollywood marriage
"Brady Bunch" star Maureen McCormick met her husband Michael Cummings in the 1980s when he didn't know about her fame, which she found refreshing.
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Miss America defends pageant makeup after social media trolls took aim
Cassie Donegan, who overcame a difficult childhood and bullying to become Miss America, is now facing social media criticism about her appearance with grace and determination.
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Music News
Harry Styles Runs Berlin Marathon in Under 3 Hours
Singer completed the Tokyo marathon earlier this year
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Yard Act are working on their third album with former Nine Inch Nails and Beck bassist Justin Meldal-Johnsen
"We’re making the greatest third album any band has ever recorded" The post Yard Act are working on their third album with former Nine Inch Nails and Beck bassist Justin Meldal-Johnsen appeared first on NME.
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Taylor Swift is getting her own radio station - and it'll play her music 24 hours a day
'Taylor's Channel 13' is streaming on SiriusXM now The post Taylor Swift is getting her own radio station – and it’ll play her music 24 hours a day appeared first on NME.
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Fleetwood Mac respond to reports they will reunite for J.K. Rowling's 60th birthday party
The legendary band have not played together since 2019 The post Fleetwood Mac respond to reports they will reunite for J.K. Rowling’s 60th birthday party appeared first on NME.
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OutKast announce 25th anniversary deluxe reissue of 'Stankonia'
The 3LP package will include previously unreleased bonus tracks and original artwork from André 3000 The post OutKast announce 25th anniversary deluxe reissue of ‘Stankonia’ appeared first on NME.
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