Illinois

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Dozens of school positions cut as CUSD #168 faces growing budget crisis

Illinois Chorus Frog

Lawsuit challenges decision denying Endangered Species Act protections for Illinois chorus frog

Warming up and staying warm

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No injuries reported in Christopher house fire, officials say

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Sheriff warns of scam texts citing fake Illinois law targeting residents

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Attic fire on Kira Court contained; no injuries reported

Orange Barrel Report Jan. 21

Orange Barrel Report March 17

Cold start to the week, warmer by mid week

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Authorities investigate fatal mobile home fire near Benton

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Marion man arrested after repeated trespassing, meth found during arrest

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Illinois voters to consider referendum on federal scholarship tax credit program

Cold start to the week

More Missouri communities opening storm shelters ahead of severe weather

Update

Buncombe Grade School among Illinois shelters opening ahead of severe weather

Severe storms Sunday: March 15, 2026

Condemned building collapses in downtown Zeigler after strong winds

Cave-In-Rock Ferry temporarily closed

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Power outages reported across Franklin County

Boil water order lifted for parts of Fairfield Road and Tolle Lane in Mt. Vernon

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Emergency crews help deliver baby girl during response in Zeigler

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Driver seriously injured after pickup crashes into tree in Metropolis

Lights

Three juveniles arrested in connection with Carbondale business burglary

Thrillhouse

ThrillHouse Family Entertainment Center opens with ribbon cutting in Marion

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Agencies work together to recover vehicle from Cedar Lake, fire officials say