7+ mon, 3+ week ago (119+ words) PADUCAH, Ky. (WSIL) -- A tornado watch has been issued for portions of southern Illinois, western Kentucky and southeast Missouri until 10 p.m. due to the incoming threat of severe weather. The ... River Flood Warning is in effect Flood Watch until SUN 7:00 AM CDT PADUCAH, Ky. (WSIL) -- A tornado watch has been issued for portions of southern Illinois, western Kentucky and southeast Missouri until 10 p.m. due to the incoming threat of severe weather. The National Weather Service in Paducah issued the tornado watch on Friday afternoon. The region is at risk for severe weather on Friday evening as storms are expected to move through starting in southeast Missouri and into southern Illinois and western Kentucky....

1+ day, 17+ hour ago (278+ words) CARTERVILLE, Ill. (WSIL) -- The National Weather Service issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Edwards, Jefferson, Wabash, and Wayne counties in Illinois. This also extends north of our area in Illinois. The advisory is in effect from 6 a.m. Saturday to midnight Saturday night. Snow accumulations could reach up to two inches, impacting travel with slippery road conditions. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and Illinois State Police have warned of potential travel disruptions, especially as many return home from the Thanksgiving holiday. "While we are prepared and ready to devote all of our resources to the latest winter weather event, this weekend's storm will hit when millions of people are returning home from the holiday," said Illinois Transportation Secretary Gia Biagi. "Please make a plan to keep you and your loved ones safe, including adjusting travel so you are not on the roads…...

6+ mon, 2+ week ago (157+ words) SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WSIL) -- Health officials issued an urgent advisory for individuals potentially exposed to measles at certain locations. Those not immune should contact their health care provider for post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) immediately. SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WSIL) -- Health officials issued an urgent advisory for individuals potentially exposed to measles at certain locations. Those not immune should contact their health care provider for post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) immediately. The Illinois Department of Public Health said exposed individuals which are unvaccinated against measles should talk with their doctor about getting the MMR vaccine. Health officials said receiving the measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine within 72 hours can prevent the development of measles. For those unable to receive the MMR vaccine, such as children under 6 months, pregnant individuals, or those severely immunocompromised, immunoglobulin is available within six days of exposure. If symptoms develop, individuals should inform their health care…...

4+ mon, 2+ day ago (102+ words) HARRISBURG, Ill. (WSIL) -- The 13th annual "School Rocks Backpack Giveaway" event is taking place at multiple locations in southern Illinois, where a child can receive a free backpack for the upcoming school year. TCC is an authorized Verizon retailer which is taking part in coordinating the backpack events for the youth. TCC is aiming to help ease financial burdens to families at the event which also includes family-friendly activities. The event will take place on Sunday, July 27, at 1 p.m. at store locations in Benton, Harrisburg, Du Quoin, Carmi, Centrailia, Fairfield, and more. The store locations are as follows...

11+ mon, 1+ week ago (221+ words) SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WSIL) -- Two southern Illinois counties were issued a disaster declaration after damages to homes due to excessive rain and winds from Hurricane Helene earlier this year. SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WSIL) -- Two southern Illinois counties were issued a disaster declaration after damages to homes due to excessive rain and winds from Hurricane Helene earlier this year. The USDA Secretary Thomas Vilsack issued the disaster declaration for both Alexander and Union counties on Wednesday, December 18. The Illinois Department of Agriculture released the information, stating the disaster declaration was for damages to homes on September 28 and 29, 2024. "A USDA disaster designation makes emergency loans and other disaster recovery support available to Illinois farmers impacted by the extreme weather," said Jerry Costello II, Director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture. "Emergency loan applications must be received within eight months from the date of the declaration. The…...

10+ mon, 1+ week ago (130+ words) CARTERVILLE, Ill. (WSIL) -- Multiple agencies in Illinois are partnering together to help with disaster relief after an ice storm recently hit southern Illinois. CARTERVILLE, Ill. (WSIL) -- Multiple agencies in Illinois are partnering together to help with disaster relief after an ice storm recently hit southern Illinois. This includes the City of Carbondale, with a partnership between Mayor Harvey and the Illinois Department of Human Services, along with the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA), the Illinois Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) and Laborers' Local 773. The agencies are looking for the public's assistance to help those affected with debris removal. Volunteers will be helping with a variety of tasks, including using chainsaws and carrying limbs and debris. Cleanup efforts include Jackson, Williamson and Saline counties, from January 24 - February 7....

7+ mon, 6+ day ago (305+ words) SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WSIL) " The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has confirmed the first case of measles in southern Illinois on Wednesday for 2025. SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WSIL) " The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has confirmed the first case of measles in southern Illinois on Wednesday for 2025. State health officials said the case involved an adult in the far southern Illinois area and they do not consider this an outbreak. This was confirmed through laboratory testing on April 23. "The key to preventing measles is the highly effective measles/mumps/rubella (MMR) vaccine. Two doses of measles vaccine are 97% effective in preventing measles," said Dr. Vohra. "I recommend that our Illinois residents make sure that they and their family members are up to date on the MMR vaccine and all other age-appropriate immunizations." IDPH said they are working with local health officials to identify…...

5+ mon, 1+ week ago (111+ words) CARBONDALE, Ill. (WSIL) -- The Peace Coalition of Southern Illinois invited peace advocates and concerned residents to join a rally in Carbondale. The rally is set for Sunday, June 22, at 2 p.m. at the corner of Main Street and Illinois Avenue. The event, called "Rally for Peace in Gaza," will also focus on the message "Hands Off Iran! Hands Off Palestine!" This comes in response to recent military actions where President Trump said the U.S. military struck three sites in Iran, as part of an effort to target the country's nuclear program. The Peace Coalition of Southern Illinois said they aim to promote a peaceful resolution through this gathering....

11+ mon, 3+ week ago (679+ words) CHICAGO " The state's largest private water utility, Illinois American Water, will increase customer bills in the new year. The move comes after state regulators at the Illinois Commerce Commission approved the requested increase on Thursday. The five-member board approved a $110 million increase for the company, a 30% reduction from the company's original request early this year." Illinois American Water serves more than 1 million Illinoisans in roughly 150 communities around the state, ranging from South Beloit to Cairo, with major operations in the Chicago suburbs, Champaign, Peoria and the Metro East." The ICC also reduced the company's proposed return on equity " a share of the company's revenue that's paid out to investors " from its requested 10.75% to 9.84%. New water rates will go into effect in early 2025. The company said in a statement Thursday the "main driver" of the increase was to cover the cost…...

11+ mon, 3+ week ago (155+ words) INA, Ill. (WSIL) -- Traffic is slow going north in Jefferson County due to a major traffic crash on Monday. The Illinois State Police (ISP) reported on Waze a major crash near the Ina area in ... Special Weather Statement until MON 2:00 PM CST INA, Ill. (WSIL) -- Traffic is slow going north in Jefferson County due to a major traffic crash on Monday. The Illinois State Police (ISP) reported on Waze a major crash near the Ina area in Jefferson County during the late hours on December 2. ISP is informing the public to slow down and move over. A News 3 reporter shows northbound traffic is at a crawl in this area. We will pass along more information as it becomes available. Download the free WSIL News and Weather apps for the latest stories and alerts sent straight to your mobile device. You may also…...