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Back to School Bash to be held in Vienna, Ill.
VIENNA, Ill. (KFVS) - The city of Vienna will host a Back to School Bash at the city park on Saturday, August 10. The event will be from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. with live music by Heath Holloman in the amphitheater from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Organizers say...
Paducah Police Department granted license plate reading technology
PADUCAH — The Paducah City Commission approved a contract for 15 additional license plate readers for the Paducah Police Department during Tuesday’s meeting. The license plate readers are fixed cameras placed at high-traffic intersections, thoroughfares, and state highways. They operate solely on solar power and are used with the goal of enhancing public safety.
National Weather Service in Far, Remote Northern Michigan Took Over Warning Chicago as Illinois Forecasters Hunkered Down During Tornado Outbreak
The National Weather Service is the government agency we all rely upon for up-to-the-second information particularly in emergency situations like severe thunderstorms and tornado outbreaks. But what happens when NWS forecasters are in the line of fire for a storm? That was the situation facing the NWS office in Chicago last night (July 15, 2024) as a summer storm spawned a tornado outbreak across the region.
Tennessee Ranks Among the Most Dangerous States in the Nation
In a recent study, Tennessee has found itself among the most dangerous states in the nation. In a study, US News dove into both the violent crime rates and property crime rates in all 50 states. After combing through all of the data, the outlet was able to determine how well each state fosters public safety.
Vienna-Goreville Cancels Season; CWC to Receive Forfeit Week 3
For the 3rd time in the last 4 seasons, Vienna-Goreville will not play a varsity football schedule. The announcement came last week as BDC teams scrambled to find another opponent to fill the empty week on their schedule. For Carmi-White County, they will once again have a bye week during week 3.
Jury reaches verdict in rape trial of fmr. Kentucky Justice Cabinet Secretary
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A jury has reached a verdict in the Lexington rape trial of former state lawmaker John Tilley. The Lexington Herald-Leader reports that after five hours of deliberation, a jury found Tilley not guilty of rape. Tilley is a former Democratic representative. He was also a cabinet...
2 arrested in connection with McCracken Co. copper theft investigation
MCCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky. (KFVS) - Two people were arrested in connection with a theft investigation. Kimberly Humphrey, 49, of Eddyville, was arrested on charges of first-degree possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia. Jason C. Peace, 50, of Paducah, was arrested on drug charges, first-degree criminal mischief and two...
Missouri man arrested in Carbondale on weapons charges
CARBONDALE, Ill. (WJPF) – A Missouri man was arrested in Carbondale for allegedly threatening a person with a handgun. Carbondale Police say the victim found officers patrolling East Grand Avenue around 2:00 a.m. Saturday, told them what had just happened, and even pointed out who did it. Ethan Jones,...
Kentucky and Eastern Missouri Brace for Stormy Weekend Weather
Paducah, KY – Daily chances of showers and storms will continue through the weekend across Kentucky, Eastern Missouri, and Southern Illinois, accompanied by increasing humidity levels. Temperatures are expected to return closer to normal next week, but with an even greater risk for storms. According to the US National...
SIU Football picked 4th in Missouri Valley Football Conference preseason poll
CARBONDALE, Ill. – Southern Illinois was picked to finish fourth in the Missouri Valley Football Conference standings in a preseason poll of the league’s coaches and media. With 42 first-place votes, South Dakota State was the near unanimous pick to win the league, while North Dakota State and South Dakota were picked 2-3. The Salukis return six starters on offense and four on defense from last year’s team that finished 8-5 and won a playoff game over Nicholls State. Southern has made three playoff appearances in the last four seasons.
Missing Carbondale Woman Could Be in Danger
CARBONDALE – Carbondale Police need you help finding a missing woman. Police say 20-year-old Mandy Pope of Carbondale was last seen in the 1000 block of East Walnut at about 4 p.m. Saturday. Pope is described as a white female, approximately 5’ tall, weighing 135 pounds. She has brown...
‘Sip and Socialize: A Gathering in the Gardens’ Thursday at Marion’s Mandala Gardens
MARION – The Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois’ “Sip and Socialize: A Gathering in the Gardens” event will be held at the Marion Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Mandala Gardens on State Street. At the event there will...
Southern Illinois Back to School Expo serves Heartland families
MARION, Ill. (KFVS) - On Saturday, July 27, families from anywhere in the Heartland can attend an event aimed at making the return to the classroom easier. The Southern Illinois Back to School Expo is happening from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Pavilion in Marion, Illinois. The event...
Marion Ministerial Alliance ‘Will Rock for Food’ Fundraiser Featuring Pablo Cruise This Saturday
MARION – The Marion Ministerial Alliance Food Pantry and Soup Kitchen will host its only fundraiser, “Will Rock for Food,” featuring 70s Yacht Rock sensation, Pablo Cruise, this Saturday night at the Marion Cultural and Civic Center. JR Russell, with the Marion Ministerial Alliance, recently spoke with...
Illinois Weather: Scattered Showers and Thunderstorms Today
Chicago, IL – Residents of Illinois should prepare for scattered showers and thunderstorms today as a southward sagging cold front moves through the region. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Chicago issued a forecast at 5:45 AM CDT, predicting that these weather conditions will persist through the day and end early this evening.
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