Illinois bonds given “positive” outlook by Moody Analytics April 23, 2024 11:10 am|CHICAGO, Ill. (WJPF) – Moody’s Analytics changed it’s outlook on Illinois bonds from “stable” to “positive.” The credit…
Carbondale police find stolen gun, controlled substance during traffic stop April 23, 2024 10:01 am|CARBONDALE, Ill. (WJPF) – A traffic stop in Carbondale ended with an arrest on drug and weapons charges.…
2.1 magnitude earthquake detected near Alexander-Union County line April 23, 2024 6:30 am|ALEXANDER COUNTY, Ill. (WJPF) – Another small earthquake has been detected in southern Illinois. The 2.1 magnitude quake…
Bill enhancing penalties for threats against librarians stalls April 23, 2024 6:28 am|SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (IRN) — An Illinois Secretary of State initiated measure enhancing penalties for those convicted of threatening…
Legislator warns of subject to appropriation ‘blank checks,’ audit findings April 23, 2024 6:24 am|SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (IRN) — Some are warning their fellow Illinois state legislators that passing bills that are “subject…
Low Election Turnout has some considering Ranked Choice Voting April 22, 2024 8:25 am|Voter turnout in last month’s presidential primary election was the lowest in 52 years. Some argue changing to…
The Healthcare Protection Act is Advancing in the General Assembly April 22, 2024 8:17 am|Health insurance procedures will look different in Illinois if legislation advancing through Springfield becomes law, but some are…
Franklin County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Theft of Polaris and other Items April 22, 2024 7:57 am|FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ill. (WJPF) – The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the theft of a UTV. According…
Marion Police Give Update on Scammers in the Area April 20, 2024 8:17 am|The Marion Police Department is giving an update on scammers in the area. Scammers are targeting unsuspecting individuals…
New Director Announced for General John A. Logan Museum April 20, 2024 8:14 am|A new director has been announced for the General John A. Logan Museum. Laura Varner has been appointed…