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Kentucky State Police Arrest Suspect in 2024 Marshall County Murder
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WSIL) — Kentucky State Police (KSP) have made an arrest in connection with the 2024 murder of Jesse Moore following an indictment by a Marshall County Grand
The tremor hit roughly 3 miles south-southwest of New Madrid, Missouri.
2.2 Magnitude Quake Hits in Kentucky Bend
KENTUCKY BEND (WSIL) -- The United States Geological Survey (USGS) recorded an earthquake on Friday near New Madrid.
Kentucky State Police have made an arrest in connection with the 2024 murder of Jesse Moore following an indictment by a Marshall County Grand Jury.
Kentucky State Police Arrest Suspect in 2024 Marshall County Murder
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WSIL) — Kentucky State Police (KSP) have made an arrest in connection with the 2024 murder of Jesse Moore following an indictment by a Marshall County Grand
Here’s what we know about the talks.
US and Iran conclude high-stakes talks in Oman. Here’s what to know
(CNN) — Delegations from the United States and Iran concluded indirect talks in the Gulf Arab state of Oman Friday. It was the first round of negotiations between the two
Trustees discuss SIU system's financial outlook, enrollment trends, and academic initiatives during first 2026 meeting.
SIU trustees kick off 2026 with packed meeting at Edwardsville campus
EDWARDSVILLE, IL (WSIL) -- Southern Illinois University trustees held their first meeting of 2026 Thursday at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, working through hours of updates that touched nearly every corner
This is taking place at the Black River Coliseum on March 24.
2026 Missouri Earthquake Summit in Poplar Bluff
This is taking place at the Black River Coliseum on March 24.
Today brings milder temperatures, but also breezy conditions from the northwest.
Warm-Up, Showers Return
We anticipate a mixed bag of weather across Southern Illinois, Carbondale, and the Ohio Valley through the weekend. Today brings milder temperatures in the upper 40s, but also breezy conditions
The 45-minute opera will be performed at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6, and again at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8.
SIU Opera Theater to perform ‘charming’ comedy in early February
CARBONDALE, Ill. (WSIL) — A classic comedic opera is coming to the stage at Southern Illinois University Carbondale next month, bringing humor, music and romance to Shryock Auditorium.
Kentucky’s job market continues to show strong momentum, with unemployment rates falling in all 120 counties over the past year, Gov. Andy Beshear announced Thursday.
Gov. Beshear: Unemployment Rates Drop in All 120 Kentucky Counties
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WEVV) — Kentucky’s job market continues to show strong momentum, with unemployment rates falling in all 120 counties over the past year, Gov. Andy Beshear announced Thursday.
The patron is now recovering and is listed as stable.
Logan Fitness Staff Recognized for Life-Saving Response to Medical Emergency
CARTERVILLE, Ill. (WSIL) -- Three John A. Logan College employees are being recognized for their quick thinking and decisive actions that helped save a life during a medical emergency at
Happening tomorrow.
First Friday: 26th Annual Children’s Arts Festival returns to SEMO
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (WSIL) — The Arts Council of Southeast Missouri is inviting families and community members to celebrate student creativity at the 26th Annual Children’s Arts Festival during First
A roller coaster of temperatures will impact Southern Illinois this weekend, transitioning from cooler conditions to a significant warming trend.
Roller Coaster Temperatures
A roller coaster of temperatures will impact Southern Illinois this weekend, transitioning from cooler conditions to a significant warming trend. Tonight, temperatures will dip into the low 30s under clear
Vets & Pets of Southern Illinois will celebrate its grand opening Friday, February 6, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Wright-Way Rescue campus at 8459 Old Highway 13 in Murphysboro.
New Vets & Pets Program Helps Southern Illinois Veterans Get Care Without Leaving Pets Behind
JACKSON COUNTY, IL (WSIL) -- A new program launching in Southern Illinois is removing a major barrier many Veterans face when it comes to seeking medical care: concern for their
Deaconess Illinois and the Marion VA Medical Center have announced a groundbreaking partnership that makes Deaconess Illinois the first hospital system in the state to collaborate with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on external provider scheduling for Veterans.
Deaconess Illinois Becomes First in State to Partner With VA on External Provider Scheduling
MARION, Ill. (WSIL) — Deaconess Illinois and the Marion VA Medical Center have announced a groundbreaking partnership that makes Deaconess Illinois the first hospital system in the state to collaborate
This was recorded as the third death related to a traffic crash for the southeast Missouri area for 2026.
One Dead After Crash in Southeast Missouri
QULIN, Mo. (WSIL) -- One person is dead after a crash in southeast Missouri on Thursday.
Community partners in Marion are coming together to launch a large-scale Independence Day weekend celebration marking a historic milestone in the nation’s history.
Bulls, Boots & Bright Lights to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary in Marion
MARION, Ill. (WSIL) — Community partners in Marion are coming together to launch a large-scale Independence Day weekend celebration marking a historic milestone in the nation’s history. Bulls, Boots &
A fugitive who authorities said has evaded law enforcement for nearly five years was taken into custody in Williamson County.
Fugitive Arrested After Nearly Five Years on the Run
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Ill. — A fugitive who authorities said has evaded law enforcement for nearly five years was taken into custody Monday, February 2, following a brief foot pursuit in
Cloudy skies are in the forecast today, with temperatures remaining chilly.
Warming Trend Ahead
Cloudy skies are in the forecast today, with temperatures remaining chilly, reaching into the mid-30s. Westerly flow aloft keeps colder air entrenched across the Ohio Valley and Mid-Mississippi River Valley
Food Works, in partnership with Carbondale Food Autonomy, will host the 2026 Annual Spring Seed Swap on Saturday, February 7, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Food Works Winter Farmers Market.
Food Works to Host 2026 Annual Spring Seed Swap at Winter Farmers Market
CARBONDALE, Ill. (WSIL) — Food Works, in partnership with Carbondale Food Autonomy, will host the 2026 Annual Spring Seed Swap on Saturday, February 7, from 9 a.m. to noon at
A 21-year-old Steele man has been arrested in connection with a January shooting that left a young woman hospitalized with a gunshot wound to the head, according to the Steele Police Department.
21-Year-Old Steele Man Arrested in Shooting, One Taken to Hospital
STEELE, Mo. (WSIL) — A 21-year-old Steele man has been arrested in connection with a January shooting that left a young woman hospitalized with a gunshot wound to the head,
A Marion man was taken into custody Wednesday evening following a brief standoff with law enforcement after deputies executed an arrest warrant tied to alleged threats against clergy and schoolchildren.
Suspect Taken Into Custody After Brief Standoff in Marion
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Ill. (WSIL) — A Marion man was taken into custody Wednesday evening following a brief standoff with law enforcement after deputies executed an arrest warrant tied to alleged
Southern Illinois University Carbondale is helping ease the burden of tax season by offering free income tax preparation services to eligible community members and students beginning in February.
SIU to Offer Free Income Tax Preparation Beginning in February
CARBONDALE, Ill. (WSIL) — Southern Illinois University Carbondale is helping ease the burden of tax season by offering free income tax preparation services to eligible community members and students beginning
Pizza Hut is closing hundreds of locations across the United States while its parent company continues a strategic review of the embattled brand.
Pizza Hut is closing hundreds of locations
New York (CNN) — Pizza Hut is closing hundreds of locations across the United States while its parent company continues a strategic review of the embattled brand.
A woman was arrested and accused of pulling a knife on another person while a child was in the home.
Sparta woman arrested, accused of pulling knife out during argument
SPARTA, Ill. (WSIL) -- A woman was arrested after and accused of pulling a knife on another person while a child was in the home.
Community leaders are now calling on local businesses to help spotlight the team’s success.
Herrin Junior High Lady Tigers Celebrate Undefeated State Championship Season
HERRIN, Ill. (WSIL) — The Herrin Junior High School Lady Tigers are celebrating a historic achievement after capturing the 2026 Class L State Championship with an undefeated season.
A 17-year-old male was arrested Monday morning following a reported robbery and assault in Carbondale, according to the City of Carbondale Police Department.
17-Year-Old Arrested After Reported Robbery and Assault in Carbondale
CARBONDALE, Ill. (WSIL) — A 17-year-old male was arrested Monday morning following a reported robbery and assault in Carbondale, according to the City of Carbondale Police Department.
The fire and smoke caused significant damage throughout the home.
Crews respond to house fire in Marion
MARION, Ill. (WSIL) -- Fire crews are on scene of a home which caught fire on Wednesday morning.
The bridge will be closed to all traffic from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. during the inspection period.
U.S. 45 Ohio River “Brookport” Bridge to Close Feb. 10 for Annual Inspection
PADUCAH, Ky. (WSIL) — The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) plans to temporarily close the U.S. 45 Ohio River “Brookport” Bridge connecting Paducah, Kentucky, and Brookport, Illinois, on Tuesday, Feb. 10,
A significant shift in our weather pattern is expected to begin Sunda.
Colder, Then Warming Trend
Cloudy conditions are present this morning, with temperatures holding in the low 30s before becoming partly cloudy this afternoon. We anticipate colder conditions to persist for the next two days
Barkley Regional Airport will receive $3.1 million in federal funding to modernize its runway lighting systems, a critical upgrade aimed at improving airfield safety, reliability, and night operations.
Barkley Regional Airport Awarded $3.1 Million for Runway Lighting Upgrades
WEST PADUCAH, Ky. (WSIL) — Barkley Regional Airport will receive $3.1 million in federal funding to modernize its runway lighting systems, a critical upgrade aimed at improving airfield safety, reliability,
The decision came in the early hours of Tuesday after NASA said it had completed a wet dress rehearsal.
NASA delays launch of historic moon mission
(CNN) — NASA is now targeting March for the earliest possible launch of its historic Artemis II lunar moon mission, which will send four astronauts into deep space for the
McConnell remains in regular contact with his staff while undergoing evaluation, his office said, and he is expected to return to Senate business.
Sen. McConnell Hospitalized for Evaluation After Flu-Like Symptoms
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell checked himself into a hospital Monday night to be evaluated after experiencing flu-like symptoms over the weekend, according to a statement from his office.
The district confirmed the decision to place Hill on administrative leave is pending the outcome of the investigation.
Frankfort Community High School Principal Placed on Administrative Leave Pending Investigation
FRANKFORT, Ill. (WSIL) — Frankfort Community Unit School District #168 has placed Frankfort Community High School Principal Aaron Hill on administrative leave while the district conducts an internal investigation, according
Multiple people were injured following a two-vehicle crash Tuesday morning in Graves County.
Two-Vehicle Injury Collision Reported on King Road in Graves County
GRAVES COUNTY, Ky. (WEVV) — Multiple people were injured following a two-vehicle crash Tuesday morning in Graves County, according to the Graves County Sheriff’s Office.
The webinar series will share key findings from statewide research and conclude with an overview of the strategic plan and its policy and community-based recommendations.
Community Birth Justice Workers Unveil Plan to Improve Maternal Care Access in Illinois
CARTERVILLE, Ill. (WSIL)---The Black Midwifery Collective and the Health & Medicine Policy Research Group are launching the Illinois Community-Based Birth Justice Strategic Plan through a four-part statewide webinar series beginning
A routine traffic stop in rural Franklin County on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, led to multiple drug and gun-related charges against two men, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.
Traffic Stop in Franklin County Leads to Drug and Firearm Charges
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ill. (WSIL) — A routine traffic stop in rural Franklin County on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, led to multiple drug and gun-related charges against two men, according to
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SIU Carbondale Awards Full-Ride Chancellor’s Scholarships to High-Achieving Students
CARBONDALE, Ill. (WSIL) — Thirty high-achieving high school students across Southern Illinois were recently surprised with one of Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s most prestigious awards: the 2026 Chancellor’s Scholarship.
The reunion wasn’t only about awareness. It was about gratitude and about what saving one life can mean to an entire team.
One year later, a reunion built on trust, teamwork and a rare second chance
CARBONDALE, Ill. (WSIL) -- A year ago, David Restivo’s life was measured in minutes.
Iran’s top diplomat Abbas Araghchi is expected to meet US Special Representative Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in Istanbul on Friday.
Iran conditionally agrees to nuclear talks with US, first since Trump’s military strikes last summer
(CNN) — Iran has tentatively agreed to resume nuclear talks with the US as it tries to avert the threat of further military strikes, in what would be the first
A Cape Girardeau man is facing a felony charge after police responded to a disturbance call involving a firearm Sunday afternoon.
Cape Girardeau Man Arrested After Police Respond to Disturbance Involving Firearm Call
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (WSIL) — A Cape Girardeau man is facing a felony charge after police responded to a disturbance call involving a firearm Sunday afternoon.
The snow will soon start melting away.
Warming Trend Ahead
We are looking at a day of cloudy skies with a chance of sporadic flurries or light snow showers, particularly this morning for parts of Southern Illinois with a similar
Weather permitting, the lane reduction is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 5, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Route 53 to Be Reduced to One Lane for Bridge Maintenance in Dunklin County
SIKESTON, Mo. (WSIL) — A portion of Route 53 in Dunklin County will be reduced to one lane as crews with the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) conduct scheduled bridge
A Dahlgren woman has been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred over the weekend in rural Jefferson County.
Dahlgren Woman Arrested in Connection to Jefferson County Murder Investigation
BELLE RIVE, Ill. — A Dahlgren woman has been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred over the weekend in rural Jefferson County.
The hands-on test, called a involves filling up the rocket’s tanks with more than 700,000 gallons of super-chilled propellants.
NASA begins loading rocket with propellant in crucial test ahead of historic moon mission launch
(CNN) — NASA has begun a crucial test Monday of its towering Space Launch System rocket — marking one of the final steps before the vehicle launches four astronauts into
Tickets are priced at $80 per guest. Tables of six are available for $800 and include a Service Dog in Training seated at the table.
This Able Veteran to Host First-Ever “Sweethearts & Service Dogs Valentine’s Gala” in Makanda
MAKANDA, Ill. (WSIL) — This Able Veteran will host its first-ever gala fundraiser, the Sweethearts & Service Dogs Valentine’s Gala, on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
See the list of school closings, delays and remote learning days for Tuesday. >>
www.wsiltv.com/weather/closings/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_ Gold and silver, considered havens amid uncertainty, have experienced enormous volatility.
It’s been a weird few days on Wall Street
New York (CNN) — Wall Street traders are grappling with sharp swings in precious metals, bitcoin is hovering at its lowest level since April and there are lingering nerves about
Season ticket holders will be contacted by the John A. Logan College Athletic Department in the near future with information regarding refunds.
John A. Logan College Relocates Remaining Home Basketball Games Amid Construction
CARTERVILLE, Ill. (WSIL) — John A. Logan College announced that the remaining six home games for its Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams will be relocated to neutral sites due to
The incident remains under investigation.
Mt. Vernon Man Arrested After Assault on Officer, Attempted Vehicle Thefts, Sheriff's Office Says
MT. VERNON, Ill. (WSIL) — A St. Louis man is facing multiple felony charges after being accused of assaulting a Mt. Vernon police officer and attempting to steal several vehicles
The community in and around Weakley County came together in a show of unity and remembrance as hundreds gathered to honor the life and service of Deputy Derrick Bonham.
Community Shows Overwhelming Support in Tribute to Fallen Deputy Derrick Bonham
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WSIL) — The community in and around Weakley County came together in a show of unity and remembrance as hundreds gathered to honor the life and service
