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Herrin officials report progress after weekend storm
Herrin officials report progress after weekend storm
The Herrin City Council approved routine business Monday while city crews continued working through snow cleanup and extreme cold that disrupted normal services across the city.
thesouthern.com
January 28, 2026 at 12:47 AM
Herrin officials report progress after weekend storm
Extreme cold keeps travel risks high locally
Extreme cold keeps travel risks high locally
As snow-covered roads begin to clear across Jackson County, officials are urging drivers to remain cautious as extreme cold raises the risk of refreezing and black ice.
thesouthern.com
January 28, 2026 at 12:42 AM
Extreme cold keeps travel risks high locally
County board approves utility agreements, ordinance changes
County board approves utility agreements, ordinance changes
The Williamson County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved utility service agreements that transfer responsibility for electric and natural gas service at county buildings from the Public Building...
thesouthern.com
January 28, 2026 at 12:37 AM
County board approves utility agreements, ordinance changes
Alexander County Extension Center hosts Little Saints Book Club
Alexander County Extension Center hosts Little Saints Book Club
CAIRO — For the time being, Shawnee Community college announced that the Johnson County Extension Center will not host The Little Saints Book Club. The January meeting of the club
thesouthern.com
January 27, 2026 at 11:57 PM
Alexander County Extension Center hosts Little Saints Book Club
Illinois Judicial Conference unveils a new three-year strategy
Illinois Judicial Conference unveils a new three-year strategy
The Illinois Judicial Conference has unveiled its 2026-2028 Strategic Agenda for the Illinois Judicial Branch. The new Strategic Agenda outlines how the Judicial Branch will evolve and adapt to make
thesouthern.com
January 27, 2026 at 11:52 PM
Illinois Judicial Conference unveils a new three-year strategy
Few crashes reported during weekend winter storm
Few crashes reported during weekend winter storm
With up to a foot of snow in much of our region over the past few days, law enforcement agencies at all levels have been hard at work to help
thesouthern.com
January 27, 2026 at 11:47 PM
Few crashes reported during weekend winter storm
Rural Health Inc. recognizes January as National Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
Rural Health Inc. recognizes January as National Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that develops in the cells of the cervix, the lower part of the uterus. It is most commonly caused by a long-lasting human
thesouthern.com
January 27, 2026 at 11:42 PM
Rural Health Inc. recognizes January as National Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
Baptist Health Paducah will offer its 10th Pre-Med Academy this summer
Baptist Health Paducah will offer its 10th Pre-Med Academy this summer
PADUCAH — Baptist Health Paducah is excited to continue its Pre-Med Academy for the tenth year for college students interested in attending medical school. The goal of this program is
thesouthern.com
January 27, 2026 at 11:37 PM
Baptist Health Paducah will offer its 10th Pre-Med Academy this summer
Closings, Cancellations and Delays for Wednesday, Jan. 28
Closings, Cancellations and Delays for Wednesday, Jan. 28
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS – Click here for the latest closings, cancellations and delays for Wednesday, Jan. 28. Please check back often for updates.
www.wmclradio.com
January 27, 2026 at 9:22 PM
Closings, Cancellations and Delays for Wednesday, Jan. 28
What to expect from pop culture in 2026
What to expect from pop culture in 2026
From the Super Bowl halftime show sparking conservative protest to the most anticipated video game in history facing yet another delay, 2026 is bringing musical comebacks and blockbusters that will dominate...
dailyegyptian.com
January 27, 2026 at 6:47 PM
What to expect from pop culture in 2026
Minnesota Gov. Walz and President Trump speak by phone in aftermath of ICE shooting
Minnesota Gov. Walz and President Trump speak by phone in aftermath of ICE shooting
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz sharply criticized the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement efforts in a Wall Street Journal opinion piece, accusing federal officials of spreading misinformation and...
www.wmclradio.com
January 27, 2026 at 1:32 PM
Minnesota Gov. Walz and President Trump speak by phone in aftermath of ICE shooting
Seven killed, one seriously hurt after private jet crashes during takeoff in Maine
Seven killed, one seriously hurt after private jet crashes during takeoff in Maine
Federal officials confirmed that seven people were killed and one crew member was critically injured after a private business jet crashed and burst into flames while taking off from Bangor International...
www.wmclradio.com
January 27, 2026 at 1:27 PM
Seven killed, one seriously hurt after private jet crashes during takeoff in Maine
San Francisco Giants sign free-agent center fielder Harrison Bader to two-year, $20.5M deal
San Francisco Giants sign free-agent center fielder Harrison Bader to two-year, $20.5M deal
The San Francisco Giants have agreed to a two-year contract with free-agent center fielder Harrison Bader, valued at $20.5 million with incentives that could push it slightly higher, according to multiple...
www.wmclradio.com
January 27, 2026 at 1:22 PM
San Francisco Giants sign free-agent center fielder Harrison Bader to two-year, $20.5M deal
Los Angeles Chargers sign defensive lineman Teair Tart to 3-year extension worth up to $37.5M
Los Angeles Chargers sign defensive lineman Teair Tart to 3-year extension worth up to $37.5M
The Los Angeles Chargers have signed defensive tackle Teair Tart to a three-year contract extension, that can reach $37.5 million and includes $20 million in guaranteed money, sources told ESPN. Tart...
www.wmclradio.com
January 27, 2026 at 1:17 PM
Los Angeles Chargers sign defensive lineman Teair Tart to 3-year extension worth up to $37.5M
Jon Pardi, Carly Pearce, Emmylou Harris to headline U.K.’s Highways Festival 2026
Jon Pardi, Carly Pearce, Emmylou Harris to headline U.K.’s Highways Festival 2026
The U.K.’s Highways Festival will return to London’s Royal Albert Hall for its fourth consecutive year, set to take place Friday, May 15th-Sunday, May 17, 2026. The three-day event will be led by...
www.wmclradio.com
January 27, 2026 at 1:12 PM
Jon Pardi, Carly Pearce, Emmylou Harris to headline U.K.’s Highways Festival 2026
‘Minecraft 2’ sequel film officially greenlit by Warner Bros. Pictures
‘Minecraft 2’ sequel film officially greenlit by Warner Bros. Pictures
A sequel to the hugely successful 2025 Minecraft movie has been greenlit by Warner Bros. Pictures. Titled Minecraft 2, the sequel film is scheduled for release in July 2027. In a post on Instagram, Minecraft...
www.wmclradio.com
January 27, 2026 at 12:42 PM
‘Minecraft 2’ sequel film officially greenlit by Warner Bros. Pictures
Kanye West apologizes for antisemitic rants caused by bipolar disorder in Wall Street Journal ad
Kanye West apologizes for antisemitic rants caused by bipolar disorder in Wall Street Journal ad
Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, has issued a sweeping public apology in a full-page advertisement in The Wall Street Journal, expressing deep regret for the antisemitic remarks and erratic...
www.wmclradio.com
January 27, 2026 at 12:37 PM
Kanye West apologizes for antisemitic rants caused by bipolar disorder in Wall Street Journal ad
Kanye West apologizes for antisemitic rants caused by bipolar disorder in Wall Street Journal ad
Kanye West apologizes for antisemitic rants caused by bipolar disorder in Wall Street Journal ad
Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, has issued a sweeping public apology in a full-page advertisement in The Wall Street Journal, expressing deep regret for the antisemitic remarks and erratic...
www.wmclradio.com
January 27, 2026 at 12:32 PM
Kanye West apologizes for antisemitic rants caused by bipolar disorder in Wall Street Journal ad
Kanye West apologizes for antisemitic rants caused by bipolar disorder in Wall Street Journal ad
Kanye West apologizes for antisemitic rants caused by bipolar disorder in Wall Street Journal ad
Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, has issued a sweeping public apology in a full-page advertisement in The Wall Street Journal, expressing deep regret for the antisemitic remarks and erratic...
www.wmclradio.com
January 27, 2026 at 12:27 PM
Kanye West apologizes for antisemitic rants caused by bipolar disorder in Wall Street Journal ad
DaBaby releases the song ‘Pop Dat Thang’ off upcoming album
DaBaby releases the song ‘Pop Dat Thang’ off upcoming album
DaBaby returns with his new single “Pop Dat Thang,” the latest track from his upcoming album Be More Grateful, dropping January 30th. The track follows the recent releases “Don’t Insult Me”...
www.wmclradio.com
January 27, 2026 at 12:22 PM
DaBaby releases the song ‘Pop Dat Thang’ off upcoming album
Melissa Etheridge to release new album ‘Rise’
Melissa Etheridge to release new album ‘Rise’
Melissa Etheridge is set to release her new album, Rise, on March 27th – her first studio album in five years. Recorded at Sunset Sound in Los Angeles, the album is co-produced by Etheridge and Grammy-winning...
www.wmclradio.com
January 27, 2026 at 12:17 PM
Melissa Etheridge to release new album ‘Rise’
Carrie Underwood, Shinedown, and Creed to headline 2026 Velocity Festival at Field of Dreams
Carrie Underwood, Shinedown, and Creed to headline 2026 Velocity Festival at Field of Dreams
Carrie Underwood, Shinedown and Creed will headline the 2026 Velocity Festival, an expanded three-day music event taking place over Labor Day weekend – September 4–6, 2026 — at the historic Field...
www.wmclradio.com
January 27, 2026 at 12:12 PM
Carrie Underwood, Shinedown, and Creed to headline 2026 Velocity Festival at Field of Dreams
Carrie Underwood, Shinedown, and Creed to headline 2026 Velocity Festival at Field of Dreams
Carrie Underwood, Shinedown, and Creed to headline 2026 Velocity Festival at Field of Dreams
Carrie Underwood, Shinedown and Creed will headline the 2026 Velocity Festival, an expanded three-day music event taking place over Labor Day weekend – September 4–6, 2026 — at the historic Field...
www.wmclradio.com
January 27, 2026 at 12:07 PM
Carrie Underwood, Shinedown, and Creed to headline 2026 Velocity Festival at Field of Dreams
Carrie Underwood, Shinedown, and Creed to headline 2026 Velocity Festival at Field of Dreams
Carrie Underwood, Shinedown, and Creed to headline 2026 Velocity Festival at Field of Dreams
Carrie Underwood, Shinedown and Creed will headline the 2026 Velocity Festival, an expanded three-day music event taking place over Labor Day weekend – September 4–6, 2026 — at the historic Field...
www.wmclradio.com
January 27, 2026 at 12:02 PM
Carrie Underwood, Shinedown, and Creed to headline 2026 Velocity Festival at Field of Dreams
Crowded race for U.S. Senate seat coming into focus
Crowded race for U.S. Senate seat coming into focus
There are currently 10 candidates in the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate seat that is being vacated by Sen. Dick Durbin, who has been in office since 1997, while six candidates vie for the Republican...
dailyegyptian.com
January 27, 2026 at 4:57 AM
Crowded race for U.S. Senate seat coming into focus