Category Archives: Local Sports
Lions host Bears, look to keep 2-game lead in NFC North with 3-decade drought without division title
DETROIT (AP) - The Detroit Lions are off to a strong start in their quest to end a three-decade drought without a division title. Detroit (7-2) has its best record through nine games since 2014, givin...
Nov 18, 2023
Franz Wagner scores 21 as Magic beat Bulls 103-97 after blowing another 19-point lead
CHICAGO (AP) - The Orlando Magic held the Chicago Bulls to 33 points in the first half once again and watched their lead slip away after going up by 19. Just as they did two nights earlier, they came ...
Nov 18, 2023
No. 23 Illinois needs second-half comeback to turn away Valparaiso, 87-64
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) - Terrence Shannon Jr. scored 22 points and Dain Dainja had 16 as No. 23 Illinois came from behind with a 49-point second half to beat Valparaiso 87-64 on Friday night. Luke Goode...
Nov 18, 2023
Lady Cats Return To DuQuoin Tonight On WJBD.....CHS Tournament Opening Night Results....SC Wins Home OT Thriller
The Salem Lady Wildcats are back in action tonight at the DuQuoin Tip Off Tournament with a trip to the finals on the line. They have started out 2-0 in tournament play and have forced 69 turnovers in...
Nov 17, 2023
State Football Semifinals On Saturday In IHSA
The state football semifinals are tomorrow. In 3a, Mt Carmel looks to hand Roxana their only loss as they travel to the Shells for a 3pm kickoff. Murphysboro is at home against top-seed and perennial ...
Nov 17, 2023
IHSFCA Football All State Honorable Mention List Released
The IHSFCA released it's Honorable Mention All State teams. In 5a, Centralia quarterback Daryle Jones received the honor. He joins Mattoon linebacker Cale Kimbro and Triad lineman Lane Mahnesmith. In ...
Nov 17, 2023
JH Boys Basketball: Franklin Park Falls In OT...Raccoon, Odin & Central City Earn Wins
In middle school boys basketball, Franklin Park fell in overtime to Marion 49-40. The game was tied at 38 after regulation. Kyler King led Salem with 16, Corey Keele added 12 and Silas Lux 6. The JV l...
Nov 17, 2023 Submitted Photo
Lady Bobcats Fall To Marion, Iuka Beats Bethel, New Horizon Raise Big Trophy At Rome
Franklin Park girls fell to 11-4 on the season with a 49-22 loss to Marion. The JV won their game 19-17. Salem's 6th graders won the opening game. Salem is on the road at Mount Vernon on Monday.
Nov 17, 2023 Sideline Photos
Illinois Nation Welcomes Back Roger Powell As They Host Valporaiso
The Illini are back in action tonight at the State Farm Center when they host Valporaiso. Pregame at 7 and the tip at 8pm on AM 1350 and 92.1 FM WSIQ. Valpo is coached by former Illini standout Roger ...
Nov 17, 2023
Here is the latest Big Ten Conference sports news from The Associated Press
IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) - Caitlin Clark struggled through a poor shooting performance and No. 2 Iowa failed to score in the last three minutes Thursday night, falling to Kansas State 65-58. Clark, The As...
Nov 17, 2023
