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Local News

Republican area legislators come down hard on new state budget
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Illinois bill aims to lower cost of prescriptions, rein in pharmacy benefit managers
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Area fire departments train to handle large animals
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The Salem Elks Lodge is holding their annual Flag Retirement Ceremony
5h ago
Backhoe destroyed by fire in rural Iuka
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Centralia man arrested for criminal trespass to a residence
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FYI

Robin Road South east of Salem closed Tuesday for culvert replacement
City of Salem announces road closures for this week
Centralia LIFTS boil order for portion of South Beech and East Third
West Ellis Street Railroad crossing in Central City remains closed until further notice

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Local Sports

Wildcats Overcome Early Deficit To Beat Top Seed Effingham For 2nd Straight Regional Championship
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Shoes Score 4 In 7th To Walk Off On St Anthony
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Quick's Bunk, Francois' Arm Lifts Annies To Regional Title
12h ago
Mitchell State Champ In The 110m Hurdles.....Area Athletes Perform Well At State
12h ago

National News

6-year-old boy killed during alleged exorcism, mother charged with murder: Sheriff
3h ago
Trump administration appeals 2nd ruling blocking tariffs
5h ago
3 young sisters reported missing in Washington after leaving home for visitation with father
6h ago
Canadian wildfire smoke poses threat to several US states
8h ago
Holocaust survivor among the Boulder attack victims
10h ago
Boulder attack suspect charged with federal hate crime, said he 'wanted to kill all Zionist people': Court documents 10h ago
'We see you': In Trump-era Washington, World Pride 2025 organizers aim to bring 'hope' to LGBTQ+ community 12h ago
Suge Knight speaks out about Sean 'Diddy' Combs sex trafficking case 12h ago
Boulder attack updates: Suspect booked on charges after 'act of terror' with 'makeshift flamethrower' 12h ago

National Sports

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Business News

Trump's hike of steel and aluminum tariffs could raise these prices
7h ago
AI influencers compete for followers and brand deals on social media
May 31, 2025
Stocks close higher after mixed rulings on Trump's tariffs
May 29, 2025
Macy's slashes profit forecast, says tariffs dampen outlook
May 28, 2025

Political News

Democratic Sen. Schiff again asks White House officials to disclose financial transactions
2h ago
Supreme Court allows AR-15 ban in this state
3h ago
Trump responds to Boulder attack in social media post, seizes on suspect's immigration status
7h ago
Hassett: Trump will have 'a wonderful conversation' this week with Xi
Jun 01, 2025

World News

Following peace talks, Zelenskyy says Ukraine will continue attacks unless Russia halts offensive
9h ago
At least 10 killed, 33 injured in Russian attacks across Ukraine overnight, officials say
May 31, 2025
Hamas responds to ceasefire proposal, reiterates demands
May 31, 2025
Gazans rush for humanitarian aid as Israeli strikes continue
May 29, 2025

Health News

Most US counties saw decline in childhood MMR vaccination rates: Report
8h ago
Another COVID-19 variant is rising abroad. Doctors say there's no need to panic
May 28, 2025
RFK Jr. cuts COVID vaccine recommendation for healthy kids, pregnant women -- and why it matters
May 28, 2025
Why are more than 300 people in the US still dying from COVID every week?
May 24, 2025

Entertainment News

'Clueless' to celebrate 30th anniversary with theatrical rerelease
2h ago
The teaser trailer for 'Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale' has arrived
6h ago
'Nobody Wants This' season 2 gets release date on Netflix
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Country Music News

'Nashville notes: Hailey Whitters' Honky Tonk Hangout + Charley Pride's 'Cover Story'
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Watch Cam practice 'Alchemy' in her new music video
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Brian Kelley beams in new 'Sunshine State of Mind'
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Post Malone, Riley Green, Keith Urban and more to headline Gulf Coast Jam
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