November 16, 2024

Tips for Safe Driving Near Schools as New Year Begins

Tips for Safe Driving Near Schools as New Year Begins

News First – As the new school year approaches, it’s crucial to prioritize safety when driving near schools. Here are some tips to help ensure the safety of students, parents, and staff: Slow Down: Always reduce your speed in school zones. Children can be...
Stopped Train Blocking Multiple Carbondale Streets

Stopped Train Blocking Multiple Carbondale Streets

UPDATE: The train is no longer stopped and all train crossings are open again to normal traffic, according to police.. CARBONDALE, IL (NewsFirst) – Carbondale Police is reporting a train is currently stopped blocking several intersections in Carbondale due to a...
Illinois man survives motorcycle crash in Ste. Genevieve County

Illinois man survives motorcycle crash in Ste. Genevieve County

A 72-year-old Wood River, Illinois man is lucky to be alive after a one-vehicle motorcycle crash in Ste. Genevieve County on Saturday (Aug 3rd). The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the crash happened around 1:22 pm on Route WW near Holmes Road when a...
Joe Biden drops out of the 2024 Presidential race

Joe Biden drops out of the 2024 Presidential race

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House on Sunday, ending his bid for reelection following a disastrous debate with Donald Trump that raised doubts about his fitness for office just four months before...
Flash flooding, power outages affecting Southern Illinois

Flash flooding, power outages affecting Southern Illinois

Nearly 200 residents in Southern Illinois are without power this morning after storms rolled through the area. As of 7:30 am, American Illinois reports that 32 customers in Franklin County, 13 in Jefferson County, and 15 in Perry County are affected. The Association...