SPRINGFIELD, IL - Southern Illinois' Republican legislative delegation to the Illinois House and Senate have once again teamed up to usher successful legislation through the General Assembly. State Representative Patrick Windhorst joined with State Senator Dale Fowler and fellow Republican Southern Illinois legislators...

CHICAGO, May 17, 2024 - An Illinois Lottery player is celebrating big time after hitting the big one - a whopping $10 million jackpot! The lucky player is the first to win a $10 million top prize on the Illinois Lottery's first-ever $50 scratch-off ticket, $10 Million, which launched in December 2023. "Something a...

ANNA, IL, MAY 16 - This Sunday, May 19, is National Hepatitis Testing Day. The day, a part of Hepatitis Awareness Month, aims to raise awareness about viral hepatitis and encourages screenings and vaccinations. Focusing on Hepatitis C, Rural Health, Inc. is urging the public to be screened for this infection. With Hepa...

(WMOK ) Metropolis, IL - The Metropolis city council meeting on Monday night began with a traditional roll call, Pledge of Allegiance, and prayer. Council members then dove into a packed agenda. First on the agenda - Public Speakers Kerian Brannon, an advocate for the future of Metropolis' Lincoln Civitan Park, address...