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Many came out to see Rise Nutrition open it's doors on Saturday.
02/03/2025

Many came out to see Rise Nutrition open it's doors on Saturday.

Dozens of locals came out to see Rise Nutrition open it's doors.

When air travel accidents such as the fatal midair collision near Washington, DC, occur, the consequences can reach much...
02/03/2025

When air travel accidents such as the fatal midair collision near Washington, DC, occur, the consequences can reach much further than those directly affected by the tragedy.

(CNN) — When air travel accidents such as the fatal midair collision near Washington, DC, occur, the consequences can reach much further than those directly affected by the tragedy. It

“This peaceful outcome to a barricaded and armed suspect is the result of multiple law enforcement agencies working toge...
02/02/2025

“This peaceful outcome to a barricaded and armed suspect is the result of multiple law enforcement agencies working together”, stated Sheriff Jeff Diederich.

JOHNSTON CITY, Ill. (WSIL) — Police in Johnston City first responded to a home in the 700-block of west 5th Street for a shots fired report at 9:54 a.m. on

Luka Doncic has been traded by the reigning Western Conference champion Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers for A...
02/02/2025

Luka Doncic has been traded by the reigning Western Conference champion Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis.

Luka Doncic has been traded by the reigning Western Conference champion Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis. The trade was announced Sunday after the teams got

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia targeted the building in Poltava, calling the attack “another terrori...
02/02/2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia targeted the building in Poltava, calling the attack “another terrorist crime.”

(CNN) — A Russian strike on a residential building in central Ukraine killed at least 14 people, including two children, emergency services said, one of many attacks across the country

One person was flown to Memphis for treatment of serious injuries. The other taken to a local hospital for treatment of ...
02/02/2025

One person was flown to Memphis for treatment of serious injuries. The other taken to a local hospital for treatment of minor injuries.

MALDEN, Mo. (WSIL) -- Two people were injured after a two-vehicle crash in southeast Missouri on Saturday.

Fire crews contained the blaze to the garage portion of the home.
02/02/2025

Fire crews contained the blaze to the garage portion of the home.

ZEIGLER, Ill. (WSIL) -- Fire crews responded to a house fire in Zeigler on Saturday evening.

He has only been right about 35% of the time since 2005, according to data analyzed by NOAA.
02/02/2025

He has only been right about 35% of the time since 2005, according to data analyzed by NOAA.

(CNN) — Punxsutawney Phil, the famous groundhog weather watcher, was pulled from his warm burrow this morning and saw his shadow, predicting six more weeks of winter.

The funds will help with essential repairs, water and wastewater systems, site preservation efforts and trail and bridge...
02/02/2025

The funds will help with essential repairs, water and wastewater systems, site preservation efforts and trail and bridge replacements.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WSIL) -- Lake Murphysboro was awarded more than $4 million as part of Governor JB Pritzker's Rebuild Illinois capital plan.

A few weeks before Donald Trump was sworn in as president, members of his transition team went to the Treasury Departmen...
02/02/2025

A few weeks before Donald Trump was sworn in as president, members of his transition team went to the Treasury Department to talk about the handover of power.

Washington (CNN) — A few weeks before Donald Trump was sworn in as president, members of his transition team went to the Treasury Department to talk about the handover of

Congratulations!
02/02/2025

Congratulations!

O’FALLON, Ill. (WSIL) — The Harrisburg Bulldogs were crowned bowling state champions on Saturday.

President Donald Trump has fired Rohit Chopra, the director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
02/02/2025

President Donald Trump has fired Rohit Chopra, the director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

New York (CNN) — President Donald Trump has fired Rohit Chopra, the director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

All anglers who are between 16 and 64 years old must have a valid Missouri fishing permit. Those harvesting trout must h...
02/02/2025

All anglers who are between 16 and 64 years old must have a valid Missouri fishing permit. Those harvesting trout must have a trout permit as well.

JACKSON, Mo. (WSIL) -- Trout harvesting has begun in southeast Missouri. The first day is February 1.

CES 95 Superintendent Janice Pavelonis says the grant will help them create a school system that focuses on their studen...
02/01/2025

CES 95 Superintendent Janice Pavelonis says the grant will help them create a school system that focuses on their students outside of the classroom.

CARBONDALE, Ill. (WSIL)-- Carbondale Elementary School District #95 hosted a lunch to fully launch their Full-Service Community Schools Initiative on Friday morning.

The six people on the plane were Mexican nationals, Mexico’s president said Saturday morning.
02/01/2025

The six people on the plane were Mexican nationals, Mexico’s president said Saturday morning.

(CNN) — Seven people are dead, including one in a car on the ground, after a twin-engine medevac jet carrying a child patient and her mother crashed in a neighborhood

Here is a list of roads still impacted by floodwaters...
02/01/2025

Here is a list of roads still impacted by floodwaters...

MAYFIELD, Ky. (WSIL) -- Rain earlier this week is still impacting motorists in western Kentucky.

A traffic crash is causing traffic delays along I-57 in Franklin County.
02/01/2025

A traffic crash is causing traffic delays along I-57 in Franklin County.

SESSER, ill. (WSIL) — A traffic crash is causing traffic delays along I-57 in Franklin County.

Authorities said he was transported to the St. Francis Medical Center with serious injuries.
02/01/2025

Authorities said he was transported to the St. Francis Medical Center with serious injuries.

POPLAR BLUFF, Mo. (WSIL) -- A bicyclist was sent to the hospital after being hit by a vehicle in Butler County on Friday.

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