Category Archives: Local News

(Undated) -- Wet and stormy weather appears to be a part of our forecast this week. According to the latest "Hazardous Weather Outlook" from the National Weather Service, scattered storms will linger ...

(Olney, IL) -- An Olney man is behind bars in Crawford County. Crawford County Sheriff, Bill Rutan, reports that twenty-two-year-old Cameron Hardin was extradited to Crawford County from Richland Coun...

(Palestine) -- A glance at a cell phone led to a single-vehicle accident yesterday. According to Crawford County Sheriff, Bill Rutan, just after 11 a.m. yesterday, deputies responded to the accident a...

(Undated) -- The July 4th weekend saw some of the lowest gas prices in recent years. According to this morning's numbers from GasBuddy.com, the trend of falling prices continues. The current national ...

(Undated) -- Tomorrow marks the kick-off of "Amazon Prime Day" and the BBB says Amazon is among the most impersonated retailers. Based on the 2024 BBB Scam Tracker Risk Report, online shopping scams m...

(Palestine) -- The Palestine Village Board meets today. On the agenda in "New Business," they are set to hear from Melvin Henry and Denny Snow. In other business, the Palestine Board will discuss and ...

(Robinson) -- The City of Robinson will be celebrating the 4th of July tomorrow. City of Robinson Communications Director, Karnell Fiscus, says they will have free bounce houses for the kids starting ...

(Undated) -- For many people, nothing beats lounging in the backyard on the Fourth of July with good friends and family. However, the ASPCA is reminding pet owners to look out for their furry friends....

(Undated) -- Drivers hitting the road for the holiday weekend can expect lower gas prices. According to this morning's numbers from GasBuddy.com, the national average is $3.15 a gallon. Here in Illino...

(Undated) -- Drivers are urged to be safe on the roadways during the holiday weekend. The Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police, and local law enforcement say there will be zero...