WMOK - Metropolis, IL _- The Happy Hearts Senior Center remains a fantastic resource for those seeking to enhance their social wellness at any time of the year. Located at 7th and Pearl Streets in Metropolis, in the former IGA building, the center offers a welcoming environment for connection and community. Join them f...

WMOK - Metropolis, IL - The National Weather Service in Paducah, Kentucky, has extended an Extreme Heat Warning for all of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri. The warning remains in effect until 8:00 PM CDT on Saturday as a prolonged period of dangerously high temperatures an...

WMOK - Metropolis, IL - Across the country, local governments and law enforcement agencies are taking a closer look at automated license plate reader (ALPR) technology. What began as a rapid national rollout of AI-powered smart cameras has hit a noticeable bump as communities, city councils, and police departments eval...

WMOK - Metropolis, IL - Here in the newsroom at WMOK, we've been observing the comments and conversation on social media and around town regarding FLOCK cameras. This is a topic WMOK has discussed with Metropolis Police Chief Harry Masse on multiple occasions. In the coming week, we'll begin bringing those conversation...