Category Archives: Local News

(Updated) -- The national average for a gallon of regular unleaded is 6 cents cheaper than it was Friday. According to this morning's numbers from GasBuddy.com, the national average is $3.13 a gallon....

(Springfield) -- The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is monitoring black bear sightings in Illinois. A bear was spotted last Monday May 19th in St. Clair County. The animal was observed again...

(Undated) -- Memorial Day could be wet for parts of Illinois. According to DTN Ag Meteorologist, John Baranick, another system appears to be targeting this area. However, its track remains uncertain. ...

(Undated) -- Pelican Cover opens tomorrow. Robinson Park and Recreation Superintendent, Tyson Murray, says the Parks Department is looking forward to another great season at Pelican Cove. He reminds t...

(Undated) - This weekend marks the beginning of "summer," and for many, that means more time outside in the sun. Crawford Memorial Hospital is reminding the public to be generous when applying sunscre...

(Updated) -- The national average for a gallon of regular unleaded is a penny higher than a week ago but significantly lower than last year. According to this morning's numbers from GasBuddy.com, the ...

(Undated) -- A bill pushing for seat belts on school buses has passed both the House and the Senate in Illinois. On Wednesday, it was announced that the bill had passed and will be sent to Governor, J...

(Undated) -- The Crawford County Health Department is reminding the public of the importance of the measles vaccination. The CCHD reminds the public that the measles vaccine is safe and effective. Tha...

(Robinson) -- The Robinson Chamber continues to gear up for the "Cross Street Market Season." Schaefer says that to date, they have over fifty vendors signed up for this year's season.

(Robinson) -- Lincoln Trail College is offering a series of engaging and educational summer camps for area youth through the "2025 Ignite Curiosity" program. These hands-on camps allow students to exp...