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The Southern Illinois University (SIU) swimming and diving teams achieved victories in their recent meet against Little Rock and Henderson State in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Dave Severin begins second term as state representative amid legislative session

State Representative Dave Severin of Benton, Illinois, recently took the oath of office for his second term as the 116th District State Representative.

Legislation proposes raising age for senior driving tests in Illinois

State Representative Paul Jacobs has joined as a co-sponsor of House Bill 1226, a legislative proposal initiated by the Illinois Secretary of State and fellow Republican State Representative Jeff Keicher.

Southern Illinois hosts Northern Iowa for Space Jam-themed basketball event

Southern Illinois University will host Northern Iowa in a basketball game at the Banterra Center on Saturday.

Al Holguin reflects on career as SIU's sole Latino baseball player

Al Holguin, a left-handed pitcher for Southern Illinois University (SIU), is preparing to conclude his 18-year baseball career at the end of this season.

Which former Carbondale Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Jan. 20?

These former Carbondale Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Jan. 20.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E15 gas in cities in Williamson County in week ending Jan. 11?

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 11, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Q3 Recap: 3 parolees from Jackson County convicted of drug crimes set for supervised release

There were three offenders convicted of drug crimes living in Jackson County released on parole during the third quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Carbondale Reporter.

Southern Illinois swimming prepares for Little Rock trip and Senior Day

Southern Illinois University's swimming and diving teams have a packed schedule this weekend.

Southern Illinois secures first conference win against Indiana State

In a closely contested game, the Southern Illinois University (SIU) women's basketball team secured a victory against Indiana State with a final score of 63-58.

Southern Illinois track team prepares for Indiana Invitational

Southern Illinois University's track and field team is set to participate in its second indoor meet of the 2025 season.

Illinois lawmakers begin new assembly amid criticism over recent legislative focus

Illinois lawmakers convened the 104th General Assembly with inauguration ceremonies on January 8, following a four-day "Lame Duck" session.

U.S. Rep. Mike Bost: 'Proud to cast my vote today in favor of the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act'

U.S. Representative Mike Bost expressed his support for the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act, stating, "Women have fought too hard for too long for their place to compete in sports, and we owe it to them to protect that progress," in a...

Cheapest E85 gas in cities across Williamson County in week ending Jan. 11

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 11, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Jackson County in week ending Jan. 11?

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Jackson County was found at four gas stations in the week ending Jan. 11, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

The Registry shows 1 new sex offender living in Stark County in Q4 2024

There was one new registered sex offender living in Stark County as of the fourth quarter of 2024, according to the Police Sex Offender Registry.

Week ending Jan. 5: 1 new registered sex offender living in Williamson County

There is one new registered sex offender living in Williamson County in the week ending Jan. 5, according to the Police Sex Offender Registry.

2 gas stations in cities throughout Jackson County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Jan. 11

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Jackson County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Jan. 11, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Southern Illinois swimmers earn MVC honors after strong meet performances

After strong performances at the Indiana State Tri-Meet, Southern Illinois University swimmers Alex Santiago and Celia Pulido have been recognized with Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Weekly Honors.

Southern Illinois women’s basketball faces Indiana State amid challenging season