Category Archives: Local News

Due to the expected timing of storms that are supposed to move through the area tonight, The Charleston Varisty football game vs. Centralia will be pushed back an hour to 8:00pm.

A massive recall of nearly 4.3 million vehicles worldwide has been announced due to a software defect that can prevent air bags from deploying during a crash. According to Reuters, GM officials have c...

Due to the threat of severe storms which could include lightning, tonight's Tri-County football game vs. Decatur Lutheran School Association has been rescheduled for tomorrow (Saturday) morning at 9:0...

(Detroit, MI) -- A potential fire risk has led a recall of more than 130,000 cars SUVs. Federal safety regulators say a fuel leak in the braking system could cause an electrical short sparking a fire....

According to the Mattoon Police Department, Filbert C. Juarez, age 47 of Mattoon was arrested on Sept. 8th at 1:00 p.m. He was charged with Felony Theft. The charge alleges that Juarez stole a utility...

According to a press release, Mattoon police arrested Charlene R. Slater, age 32 of Mattoon, on Thursday Sept. 8th at 10:20 a.m. The arrest occurred in the 300 block of S. 22nd Street. Slater was char...

(Springfield, IL) -- A thousand motorcyclists are expected to take part in an event in Springfield to remember those lost in the 9-11 terrorist attacks. Hall's Harley-Davidson Ride to Remember is set ...

A dense fog advisory is in effect until 9:00 this morning. Rain and thunderstorms expected today, with heavy rainfall possible, and a high of 80 Occasional showers and thunderstorms tonight, mainly af...

Jimmy John's said yes to a capital infusion from an Atlanta-based private equity group in a deal that could position the Champaign-based sandwich chain for expansion into global markets. The company s...

Broadway Christian Church is hosting a back to school bash this Saturday (9/10) from 3-6pm. Activities are free and include: inflatables, games, petting zoo, and pony rides. BreakAway will perform too...