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Speaker Welch to Rep. Harry Benton: Resign or be expelled
39+ min ago (691+ words) by Brenden Moore, Capitol News Illinois July 1, 2026 SPRINGFIELD " After months of silence, Illinois House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch on Wednesday called for embattled Rep. Harry Benton to resign and promised to initiate expulsion proceedings against the Plainfield Democrat if he…...
Public advised to remain alert for pavement failures during heat wave
38+ min ago (162+ words) With extremely high temperatures and humidity impacting the entire state, the Illinois Department of Transportation is cautioning the public to be on the lookout for pavement failures on roads and to stay alert for crews making emergency repairs. Pavement failures,…...
Texas man charged with manslaughter in Tesla crash that killed a woman in her home: Sheriff
1+ hour, 54+ min ago (494+ words) (KATY, Texas) " A Texas man has been arrested on a manslaughter charge after his Tesla crashed into a home last month while he claimed it was in self-driving mode, killing a woman inside the residence, authorities said. The driver, Michael…...
Riley Green shirtless on the water? "That's Just Me,' in one vinyl variation
2+ hour, 43+ min ago (176+ words) The standard cover of Riley Green's upcoming album shows him behind the wheel of a pickup truck, wearing a cowboy hat. But if you're interested in some other visuals of the aesthetically pleasing singer and actor, there are at least…...
Driver Who Left Scene of Salem Crash Is Arrested
2+ hour, 14+ min ago (119+ words) southernillinoisnow. com Driver Who Left Scene of Salem Crash Is Arrested Salem Police say they have arrested 44-year-old Craig Taylor of Hotze Road in Salem in connection with a June 20th hit and run accident. Police report the crash occurred at…...
Springfield state historic sites hosting July 4 activities this holiday weekend
1+ hour, 18+ min ago (222+ words) Illinois state historic sites in downtown Springfield will celebrate Independence Day on Friday, July 4 with free activities, including art, history programs, hands-on crafts and special tours. Children ages 5-15 can create tie-dye T-shirts on the north lawn of the Old State…...
Charges filed in South Carolina drive-by shooting that killed 13-year-old over two years ago
1+ hour, 23+ min ago (391+ words) (CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, S. C.) " Two people have been charged in a drive-by shooting that killed a South Carolina 13-year-old over two years ago. Caleb Garcia, 23, has been charged with murder, seven counts of assault and battery, possession of a weapon while committing…...
Salem plans 4th of July Celebration in Bryan Memorial Park
1+ hour, 59+ min ago (160+ words) southernillinoisnow. com Salem plans 4th of July Celebration in Bryan Memorial Park The Salem Recreation Department plans music prior to the city's 4th of July Fireworks Display over the Salem Reservoir Saturday night. Recreation Director Jed Casburn says bring out your lawn…...
Frankie Muniz, Paige Price ending marriage after 10 years
2+ hour, 43+ min ago (296+ words) Frankie Muniz and his wife Paige Price are ending their marriage after 10 years together. The former couple shared a joint Instagram post on Wednesday with a statement by Muniz. "After 10 beautiful years together, we've grown in ways that made us…...
Centralia American Legion Homecoming Continues Through Saturday
2+ hour, 28+ min ago (129+ words) southernillinoisnow. com Centralia American Legion Homecoming Continues Through Saturday The Centralia American Legion 93rd Annual Homecoming got underway Wednesday night at Fairview Park. It continues through Saturday and is capped by an expanded fireworks display at 9: 30. The event features a carnival…...