Illinois Republicans say Dems’ redistricting amendment would create more corrupt maps
By Sean Reed with the Illinois Radio Network (The Center Square) – A newly proposed Illinois constitutional amendment would change the way legislative and representative districts are drawn in the state. Republican state lawmakers strongly oppose the
Water service shut off in Vienna
VIENNA, Ill. (WJPF) – Water service has been shut off for the city of Vienna. Due to a water main break, water service will be shut off while repairs are being made. Vienna police said once water
Herman’s Music Minute for April 22nd
On this day in music history… In 1977, Kool & The Gang performed for a crowd of over 2,600 people at SIU Arena in Carbondale, Illinois. The band opened their set with “Funky Stuff,” and they
Democratic Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigns moments before House Ethics Committee hearing
Embattled Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, D-Fla., abruptly resigned Tuesday, just moments before a scheduled House Ethics Committee hearing that was expected to determine potential disciplinary action against her. Cherfilus-McCormick’s resignation comes amid mounting pressure in Congress. Lawmakers had
Southern Poverty Law Center says they are under investigation by DOJ over past informant program
The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) says it is facing a Justice Department investigation that could lead to criminal charges, tied to its previous use of paid informants to monitor violent extremist groups. In a statement released
The Warning share video for the song ‘Kerosene’
The Warning has released a high-energy new track titled “Kerosene,” continuing the Monterrey, Mexico rock trio’s momentum with another bold anthem. The song delivers the group’s signature hard-rock sound, blending pounding drums, gritty guitar riffs and driving
Slayer, Godsmack & Papa Roach to headline Rocklahoma 2026
The annual Rocklahoma festival is gearing up for a milestone year. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the three-day rock gathering returns to the Rockin’ Red Dirt Ranch in Pryor, Oklahoma, over Labor Day weekend, Sept. 4–6, 2026, with