The National Weather Service in Paducah, Kentucky has extended the Flood Watch for the region until 7 a.m. Sunday, as the area could experience periods of more rainfall today, some of which could be heavy. Once the rain moves out, a heat wave is expected to build for at least most of next week, with drier conditions a...

The 49th annual Air Race Classic concluded its flying schedule at Mt. Vernon Outland Airport on Friday, bringing competitors to the end of a nearly 2800-mile journey that crossed through eight states. Unlike a traditional race, the Air Race Classic wasn't simply about who arrived first. Each aircraft competed against ...

Illinois has already set a record this year for the most number of tornadoes with over 150 confirmed twisters, several rated EF2 or higher. Millions of dollars in damage has resulted from the twisters. At the same time, Illinois is facing a decline in federal disaster assistance. Reports say more severe weather even...

Reports out of Mt. Carmel say 35 year old Paul DeWeese is facing several felony and misdemeanor charges after Wabash county authorities allegedly discovered cannabis amounting to over 11 pounds and a fortified residence during an investigation. Wabash County State's Attorney Kelli Storckman filed the charges against De...

A new Illinois law taking effect July 1st will change driver's license renewal requirements for older motorists, raising the age at which a driving test is required. The measure, known as the Road Safety and Fairness Act, increases the threshold for mandatory driving tests from age 79 to 87. Drivers 79 and older will s...

Data released Wednesday by the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows Illinois' error rate for food assistance payments continues to climb, with new federal penalties scheduled to take effect in the coming years. The report shows Illinois recorded a 14.7% error rate in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) pay...

The White County Fair is set to return to Carmi July 19th through the 25th, offering a full week of entertainment, competition, carnival rides, and family activities. The White County Fair Queen Pageant will be held Sunday, July 19th at 7 p.m. The fair continues Monday, July 20th with a Talent Show at 6 p.m. Harness Ra...

The Edwards County Fair will host a Community Vesper Service on Sunday, July 26th, at 9:00 a.m. The event will take place at the New Albion Amphitheater, located on East Elm Street in Albion, Illinois. This special service will feature prayer, praise, and worship, and is open to the entire community. All denominations ...

The Clay County Health Department will host the "Miles of Smiles" dental clinic on Wednesday, July 29th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Preventative dental services will be provided for eligible children in all grades by Miles of Smiles, Ltd. Services include exams and screenings by licensed dental professionals, clean...

The Fairfield Memorial Hospital Foundation is set to host its 20th Annual Golf Scramble on Friday, August 7th at the Fairfield Public Golf Course located at 701 NW 9th Street in Fairfield. Golfers can choose between two tee time options: 8:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. For more information or to learn how to become a sponsor fo...

Major League Baseball Friday: Miami 4 St. Louis 0 Milwaukee 6 Chicago Cubs 2 Chicago White Sox 22 Kansas City 1 Cincinnati 6 Pittsburgh 4 Detroit 8 Houston 0 Baltimore 3 Washington 1 Texas 5 Toronto 4 Tampa Bay 6 Arizona 1 Boston 6 NY Yankees 1 Philadelphia 2 NY Mets 1 Seattle 3 Clevelan...

YOUTH SPORTS RESULTS FROM THURSDAY: BROUGHT TO YOU BY LEMOND'S MOTORSPORTS: LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL: 11 U: Fairfield Banking Company 10, Hayes Plumbing 1 Top Dog Diesel Repair 18, Lions Club 1 Mt. Vernon Dream Homes 5, DiMaggio's 2 FAIRFIELD GIRLS SOFTBALL LEAGUE: COACH PITCH: Hoppers Backhoe Service 16, Peoples Nationa...

LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL SCHEDULE FOR THURSDAY: 11 U: Hayes Plumbing vs. Fairfield Banking Company Lions Club vs. Top Dog Diesel Repair Mt. Vernon Dream Homes vs. DiMaggio's FAIRFIELD GIRLS SOFTBALL LEAGUE SCHEDULE FOR THURSDAY: COACH PITCH: Hoppers Backhoe Service vs. Peoples National Bank Hayes Plumbing vs. Taco Tierra...

LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL SCHEDULE FOR WEDNESDAY: PITCHING MACHINE TOURNAMENT: GAME 1: Friend Oil vs. Erin Braddock Photography GAME 2: Taco Tierra vs. FNB Community Bank CHAMPIONSHIP GAME: Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 2 FAIRFIELD GIRLS SOFTBALL LEAGUE SCHEDULE FOR WEDNESDAY: T-BALL: Reliable Acid vs. Stewart & Sons ...

LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL SCHEDULE FOR TUESDAY: 11 U: Fairfield Banking Company vs. La Fuente Hayes Plumbing vs. DiMaggio's Carter Trucking vs. Top Dog Diesel Repair FAIRFIELD GIRLS SOFTBALL LEAGUE SCHEDULE FOR TUESDAY: COACH PITCH: Peoples National Bank vs. Taco Tierra Fairfield National Bank vs. Hayes Plumbing Hoppers B...

LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL SCHEDULE FOR MONDAY: BROUGHT TO YOU BY LEMOND'S MOTORSPORTS: PITCHING MACHINE TOURNAMENT: Erin Braddock Photography vs. LeMond's Chevrolet FNB Community Bank vs. Ambient Heating and Cooling 14 U TOURNAMENT CHAMPIONSHIP: Edward Jones-Andrew Diesel vs. Potts Family Pharmacy FAIRFIELD GIRLS SOFTBALL...

Major League Baseball Friday: Kansas City 6 St. Louis 5 Chicago Cubs 16 Toronto 2 Detroit 4 Chicago White Sox 3 NY Yankees 5 Cincinnati 0 Miami 4 San Francisco 3 Tampa Bay 5 Washington 2 Atlanta 3 Milwaukee 2 Texas 9 San Diego 7 Houston 9 Cleveland 3 Colorado 4 Pittsburgh 3 Athletics 12 ...

YOUTH SPORTS RESULTS FROM THURSDAY: BROUGHT TO YOU BY LEMOND'S MOTORSPORTS: LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL: 11 U: Fairfield Banking Company 11, Lions Club 5 Carter Trucking 11, DiMaggio's 3 Mt. Vernon Dream Homes 13, La Fuente 3 FAIRFIELD GIRLS SOFTBALL LEAGUE: COACH PITCH: Hoppers Backhoe Service 21, Taco Tierra 0 Peoples Nat...