WTYE News
Fatal Saturday Fire in Robinson Under Investigation
(Robinson) -- Multiple departments responded to the scene of a fatal Saturday afternoon fire in Robinson. According to Robinson Fire Protection District Chief, Riley Pearce, at approximately 12:07 p.m., Crawford County dispatchers received multiple 911 calls reporting a house fire at the 1600 block of South Pickford St...
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Forecast is Sunny and Warm for the Weekend
(Undated) -- Sunshine and warm weather is forecast for the weekend. The latest forecast from the National Weather Service says sunshine and highs in the seventies will stick around today and tomorrow. Daytime highs will fall back into the low fifties for the start of the week. Rain is likely to return Monday evening an...
Nov 14, 2025
Shop Local This Holiday Season
(Undated) -- As the holiday shopping season begins to ramp up, the Robinson Chamber of Commerce is reminding everyone to "Shop Local." That was Lisa Schaefer, Executive Director of the Robinson Chamber. Schaefer says that shopping local is important to ensure our local communities thrive and continue to grow....
Nov 14, 2025
SNAP Recipients to Receive Full November Benefits
(Undated) -- SNAP recipients in Illinois will be receiving their full benefit amounts for November. The Illinois Department of Human Services is restoring the benefits now that the federal government shutdown has ended. According to the IDHS, they anticipate that the remaining benefit payments will be made over the com...
Nov 14, 2025
A Quarter of Americans Live Paycheck to Paycheck
(Undated) -- If you are living "paycheck to paycheck," you are not alone. According to recent analysis from Bank of America, nearly a quarter of American households are living paycheck to paycheck. It found that slow wage growth has contributed to an increase in households with limited savings, and lower-inco...
Nov 14, 2025
WTYE Sports
RHS Announces 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees
(Robinson) -- RHS has announced the 2025 inductees into the Robinson High School Hall of Fame. According to RHS Athletic Director, Tara Apple, Roger Hamilton, Mario Johnson, Mac McCracken, Kris Muston, and Carolyn Parker will be inducted on Friday, February 13th, during halftime of the Varsity Boys Basketball game. She...
Nov 07, 2025
Lady Panthers Fall in Regional Championship
(Undated) -- The Oblong Lady Panthers Varsity Volleyball Team fell last night in straight sets to Winsor in the Regional Championship, 27-25, 25-18. Head Coach, Pam Johnson, says the girls played a great game against a very good team. She says, despite the loss, the girls had an awesome season. The Lady Panthers finish...
Oct 31, 2025
Lady Panthers Win Regional Semi-Final
(Oblong) -- It took three sets, but the Oblong Lady Panthers Varsity Volleyball Team picked up a Regional Semi-Final win over Cumberland, 24-26, 25-20, 25-13. Head Coach, Pam Johnson, says the girls stuck with it. When they settled down, they ran their offense, and "it was great." Oblong will face Windsor ton...
Oct 30, 2025
RHS Volleyball Teams Falls in Regional Semifinal
(Robinson) -- The RHS Varsity Volleyball Team wrapped up the 2025 season last night with a loss to Fairfield in the Regional Semifinal, 16-25, 13-25. Head Coach, Sydni Bailey, says Eva Brashear delivered an outstanding performance, marking her best game of the season. She says Grace Miller was a strong presence at the ...
Oct 29, 2025
OHS Volleyball Team Picks Up Regional Win
(Oblong) -- The Oblong Lady Panthers Varsity Volleyball Team picked up a win last night in the first round of Regional action in straight sets over Red Hill, 25-12, 25-10. Ella Jenkins finished the night with six kills, one ace, and one dig. Layla and Macy Krick each finished with four kills. Layla also led the team wi...
Oct 28, 2025
WTYE Obituaries
Mark L. Preston
Mark L. Preston, age 72, of Robinson, IL, passed away peacefully at his home on November 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 4, 1953, in Vincennes, IN, to Raymond G. & Dorothy M. (Carithers) Preston. He grew up in rural Flat Rock, IL, where he attended grade school before graduating ...
Nov 14, 2025
Norman A. Frapp
Norman A. Frapp, 92, of Oblong, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at The Haven of Ridgeview in Oblong. He was born on December 18, 1932, in Joliet, Illinois, to Norman E. Frapp and Kathrine (Johnston) Frapp. On November 12, 1953, he married Donna J. Lane, and together they shared nearly 6...
Nov 13, 2025
Harold Wayne McKee
Harold Wayne McKee, 87, of Robinson, IL, passed away on October 23, 2025. Born on July 10, 1938, in Robinson, Harold grew up right here in the community he would always consider home. He graduated from Robinson High School in 1956, and before long, he was off to serve his country in the U.S. Navy. What began as a young...
Oct 29, 2025
Entertainment News
Justin Trudeau's ex admits Katy Perry romance 'affects' her emotionally in candid interview
Sophie Grégoire opens up about handling emotions as ex-husband Justin Trudeau dates Katy Perry, choosing to "listen to music instead of noise" amid public scrutiny.
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'Pawn Stars' Rick Harrison backs Trump on America's deadly fentanyl epidemic, fighting 'terrorist' dealers
"Pawn Stars" boss Rick Harrison calls for action against fentanyl crisis after losing son Adam to overdose, praising Trump's border policies to combat drug epidemic.
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Eddie Murphy claims Yul Brynner made sexual proposition at his 21st birthday party at Studio 54
Eddie Murphy reveals shocking celebrity encounter with Yul Brynner at his 21st birthday party in new Netflix documentary, sharing details about an unexpected invitation.
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Yungblud cancels remaining tour dates on doctor's orders after concerning health test results
British musician Yungblud canceled the remaining tour dates on his 2025 tour under doctor's orders after concerning blood and voice test results.
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'Grey's Anatomy' star James Pickens Jr. reveals cancer diagnosis
"Grey's Anatomy" star James Pickens Jr. opens up about his prostate cancer diagnosis, revealing how his family history prepared him for the battle ahead.
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Music News
Jack White, Post Malone, Lil Jon to Headline 2025 NFL Thanksgiving Day Halftime Shows
White plays the Lions-Packers game, Malone headlines the Cowboys-Chiefs game, and Lil Jon performs at the Ravens-Bengals game
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Connie Constance returns with empowering new single 'The Offering'
The singer-songwriter wrote the track alongside London Grammar's Dan Rothman, SOHN and Theo Hutchinson The post Connie Constance returns with empowering new single ‘The Offering’ appeared first on NME.
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Listen to The Itch's euphoric love letter to British nightlife, 'Space In The Cab'
The Luton dance-punk duo's new single longs for the heyday of late night revelry The post Listen to The Itch’s euphoric love letter to British nightlife, ‘Space In The Cab’ appeared first on NME.
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Kerry King on the Metallica vs Megadeth debate: "Metallica has a singer. Sorry, Dave!"
King was briefly a member of Megadeth in the early 1980s, before committing full-time to Slayer The post Kerry King on the Metallica vs Megadeth debate: “Metallica has a singer. Sorry, Dave!” appeared first on NME.
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Check out Laufey's festive cover of 'Santa Claus Is Comin' To Town'
It is the latest addition to the singer's ongoing 'A Very Laufey Holiday' project The post Check out Laufey’s festive cover of ‘Santa Claus Is Comin’ To Town’ appeared first on NME.
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