Despite 17% raise in January, Illinois lawmakers get cost-of-living raise June 12, 2023 7:53 am|SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (IRN) — Despite the Illinois Constitution prohibiting lawmaker’s increasing their pay during the term they were…
Illinois adopts new LGBTQ+ protections for community deemed ‘under attack’ in the US June 10, 2023 9:15 am|CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois is making it easier for gay couples to marry and moving toward gender-inclusive language…
Upcoming Road Closure on I-57 June 10, 2023 9:11 am|The Illinois Department of Transportation is alerting motorists of an upcoming road closure. Beginning tomorrow June 11th at…
Herrin man sentenced to two decades in prison June 9, 2023 7:45 am|A Herrin man has been sentenced to 23 years in prison on charges of aggravated battery and discharge…
Secretary of State touts new legislation June 9, 2023 7:27 am|Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is touting landmark legislation that aims to further protect women’s reproductive rights.…
Alleged Energy arsonist to make court appearance June 8, 2023 11:03 am|ENERGY, Ill. (WJPF) – A Herrin man has been charged with arson in connection to a handful of…
Guns, ammo found during Marion traffic stop June 7, 2023 12:32 pm|MARION, Ill. (WJPF) – For the third time in under two weeks, guns were found during a routine…
Black bear spotted in Randolph County June 7, 2023 10:14 am|RANDOLPH COUNTY, Ill. (WJPF) – The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office is alerting the public about a recent bear…
Two hurt in Jackson County crash June 7, 2023 10:08 am|JACKSON COUNTY, Ill. (WJPF) – Two people were hurt in a single car crash in rural Jackson County.…
Charges filed in connection to Metropolis stand-off June 7, 2023 8:17 am|Rushing METROPOLIS, Ill. (WJPF) – Charges have been filed in connection to a police stand-off earlier this week…