Woman hurt in Thursday night shooting
CARBONDALE, Ill. (WJPF) — Carbondale Police are investigating a shooting that sent one person to the hospital. CPD says it happened at about 8:45 p.m. Thursday in the 500 block of South Beveridge Street. According to
Murphysboro Holiday Inn open for business
MURPHYSBORO, Ill. (WJPF) — After six years of development and construction, Murphysboro’s Holiday Inn is now open for business. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held Thursday for the 84 room hotel. Other developments near the hotel
Multiple items stolen from Carterville business
CARTERVILLE, Ill. (WJPF) — Copper wire, tools, and catalytic converters were just a few of the items stolen from a Carterville business this week. The theft happened Monday night at Rail Ready Rail Car Repair. Anyone
Marion Police investigate truck theft
MARION, Ill. (WJPF) — Marion Police are investigating the theft of a work truck. The red, 2007 Chevrolet has Bill Lowe Painting, along with the business phone number, written on its side and tailgate. Police say the
Blessing of the Bikes returns to Bald Knob Cross
ALTO PASS, Ill. (WJPF) — The annual Blessing of the Bikes returns this Sunday to Bald Knob Cross. The event is scheduled to run from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. with a short service scheduled at
Slain officer’s body escorted through central Illinois
DECATUR, Ill. (AP) — A procession led by a hearse bearing the body of a slain police officer moved across central Illinois on Thursday, giving hundreds a chance to pay their respects. Law enforcement agencies and other
Robust revenue allows Illinois to repay federal loan early
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Illinois Democratic leaders announced Thursday that they have agreed to repay federal pandemic-relief loans more than a year earlier than scheduled, saving taxpayers $100 million in interest. The plan was announced as