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Pritzker stands behind Biden for nomination, ‘unless he decides otherwise’
(The Center Square) – Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker and other Democratic governors from across the country are in Washington D.C. Wednesday to meet with President Joe Biden after last week’s troubling debate performance. In Thursday’s debate with former Republican President Donald Trump, Biden struggled to complete sentences and other and made other stumbles that he and the White House expressed was clearly “a bad night.” At a White House press briefing Tuesday, Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre was asked a direct question. ...
Fire Department gains forcible entry door
MAKANDA, Ill. (KBSI) – The Makanda Township Fire Department received training on the use of their new forcible entry door on Monday, July 1, 202024. The door was delivered by a courtesy of Fire Props Unlimited of Belleville, Illinois. The door was built by firemen who were on the job.
Carbondale Police highlight value of lifesaving skills after officer choking is saved by fellow officer
CARBONDALE, Ill. (KFVS) - An emergency can happen at any time and anywhere, but you don’t have to be a first responder to help. The Carbondale Police Department is reminding the community they can receive training in lifesaving skills because you never know when that training will be needed to save a life.
Pete Davidson coming to Southern Illinois
CARTERVILLE, Ill. (WICS) — Walker's Bluff Casino Resort in Carterville, Ill. announced Pete Davidson will be performing in August. Davidson is scheduled to perform on Aug. 10, at 8 p.m. Tickets for the event are available online. Presale for the tickets will take place on Thursday, July 4, at...
Police in search of assault suspect in northwest Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A large police presence has been spotted in northwest Springfield closing a road. Near the 1200 block of North Dawn Ave, several SPD SUVs and a Bearcat have been spotted creating a perimeter around a home. According to SPD, at 3:12 p.m., police were dispatched to the home for a domestic assault […]
Nearly 100 pounds of drugs seized in traffic stop in Hopkinsville
HOPKINSVILLE, Ky. (WSMV) - Nearly 100 pounds of illicit drugs were seized during a traffic stop in Hopkinsville on Wednesday evening, according to police. Officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle after the driver allegedly disregarded a stop sign. After an investigation, the vehicle was searched and officers found...
Missouri Issues Urgent Warning about Deadly Mosquito-borne Virus
This is one of those warnings from the Missouri Department of Health that you hope is precautionary and not an indication of something that will become a widespread issue in the state. A new bulletin has been issued about a deadly mosquito-borne virus of which there is no cure. This...
Two years after the Highland Park shooting, Illinois senators continue to fight for gun control
HIGHLAND PARK, IL – Two years have passed since the tragic shooting at the 2022 Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) has joined community members, Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering and other local officials to pay tribute to the seven victims whose lives were taken.
Illinois fireworks: Full list of Chicago, suburban fireworks shows, parades for July 4
While Chicago's Navy Pier fireworks took place Wednesday, there are still plenty of suburban fireworks shows and parades set to take place on July 4, with some celebrations set to take place over the weekend. Here's a full list of fireworks shows and parades scheduled for Independence Day and Fourth...
Man has medical emergency and crashes through cemetery
SIKESTON, Mo. (KBSI) – On July 3rd, 2024, around 9 pm, Sikeston DPS was called to a car accident at Sikeston Memorial Park Cemetery, located at 1201 S. Kingshighway in Sikeston. When officers arrived, they found a vehicle had run through the tree line and crashed into several headstones...
Kentucky Man Killed By Fellow Customer In Gun Shop After They Accidentally Shot Him
In a tragic series of events, a Kentucky man died at a local gun shop after a fellow customer accidentally shot him. The customer had been manipulating the firearm. In a statement, the Kentucky State Police's Campbellsburg Post, Post 5, said that the shooting happened in Carroll County on Saturday, June 29. They are currently investigating exactly what happened, but the shooting happened at the Humphrey's Double H Sales gun shop.
Step Back In Time This 4th Of July At Discovery Park
Union City, Tenn.–Make plans to visit Discovery Park of America in Union City on Thursday, July 4. Guests will have the opportunity to step back in time and explore our nation’s rich heritage and its fight for independence. Special activities throughout the day include many patriotic-themed events, hands-on activities and historical reenactments fun for all ages. All activities will take place rain or shine.
Illinois Closings: This Fast Food Giant May Be Shuttering Stores
For over a year now, it seems as though each new week brings some news about another company with locations throughout the country deciding (or being forced to decide) to permanently close multiple locations. We've seen several major retailers in Illinois close their doors forever, and we've seen even more...
Illinois Residents Getting Sick Because of a Dangerous Parasite
If you've been feeling sick over the past couple of months, it may be due to a parasite that typically causes more illnesses in the summer months. According to the Centers for Disease Control, they're investigating an "outbreak linked to a food source" which causes a diarrheal illness reportedly due to a parasite called Cyclospora cayetanensis, or cyclosporiasis.
Help Find Illinois Kids that Mysteriously Vanished in June
Life is complicated and the sad reality is that children go missing every day in America for a variety of reasons. Illinois is not immune to this problem. Do you have information that could lead to the location of many Illinois children that mysteriously vanished in June of this year?
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