Carbondale Reporter

There were 13 offenders living in Williamson County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by Carbondale Reporter.

City of Genoa Economic Development Commission will meet April 8

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Apr 2, 2025

City of Genoa Economic Development Commission will meet at 9 a.m. April 8

SIU baseball series against Missouri State altered due to weather conditions

Southern Illinois University’s baseball team will face weather-related changes for the third consecutive weekend.

Bill Cornell Spring Invite called off due to weather concerns

The Southern Illinois Track and Field program has announced that the Bill Cornell Spring Invite, initially scheduled for April 4 and 5, has been canceled due to adverse weather conditions expected in the area.

Senator Bryant supports National Child Abuse Prevention and Illinois Route 66 Centennial Year

April marks National Child Abuse Prevention Month, with this year’s theme, "Powered by Hope, Strengthened by Prevention," emphasizing the role of community support in preventing child abuse prior to its occurrence.

Murphysboro HS shares stats on education salaries and teacher shortages

On April 2, 2025, Murphysboro High School posted multiple tweets detailing educational statistics in Illinois, focusing on teacher salaries, shortages, and the Murphysboro Community Unit School District 186.

Williamson County: Medicaid dependency reached 4.1% in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 4.1% of income in Williamson County, providing an average of $2,140 per capita to residents.

City of Carbondale Local Liquor Control Commission and City Council met March 11

City of Carbondale Local Liquor Control Commission and City Council met Tuesday, March 11

Village of Makanda Board of Trustees met April 2

Village of Makanda Board of Trustees met Wednesday, April 2

City of Genoa City Council met March 5

City of Genoa City Council met Wednesday, March 5

Village of Yates City Committee Board met Mar. 5

Village of Yates City Committee Board met Wednesday, Mar. 5

Murphysboro High School reveals sports schedule changes and successes

Murphysboro High School recently announced a change in the venue for their varsity baseball game against Jacobs High School.

Southern Illinois Women's Golf finishes 16th in Coach Mo Classic

Southern Illinois Women's Golf team completed the Coach Mo Classic in St. John's, Florida, concluding in 16th place.

Murphysboro HS tweets on varsity baseball and state educational statistics

Murphysboro High School shares the outcome of their recent game against Jacobs High School, alongside insights into educational statistics in Illinois.

Southern Illinois wins eighth straight with 3-0 victory over Lindenwood

Southern Illinois University baseball team claimed their eighth consecutive victory with a 3-0 win over Lindenwood University at the Lou Brock Sports Complex in St. Charles.

Week ending March 16: No new registered sex offenders living in Williamson County

The Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry shows there are no new registered sex offenders living in Williamson County as of the week ending March 16.

McKenzie Newcomb earns her second MVC Newcomer of the Week honor this season

Senior McKenzie Newcomb from Southern Illinois University's softball team has been recognized as the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Newcomer of the Week.

Southern Illinois coaches gather for annual SIH clinic on athlete wellbeing

About 40 coaches from various educational programs in Southern Illinois gathered on March 28 at Legends at Walker’s Bluff for the 8th Annual SIH Coaches Clinic.

Saluki athletics teams showcase strong performances in weekly competitions