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Cave-in-Rock Ferry to Resume Weekend Operations
Service will run on a reduced schedule while addressing staff shortages PADUCAH, Ky. – Crittenden County Judge-Executive Perry A. Newcom announced today that the Ohio River Ferry Authority and operators of the Cave-in-Rock Ferry have enacted a temporary schedule that will allow the ferry to resume...
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AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Illinois on Election Day
WASHINGTON (AP) — The race for president tops the list of federal, state and local contests in Illinois, where voters have supported the Democratic presidential nominee for decades but lower-ballot...
Dorena-Hickman Ferry Closed Due to Low Water
Will reassess tomorrow PADUCAH, KY (Oct. 10, 2024) -- The Dorena-Hickman Ferry will be closed today due to low water. Motorists may check on the ferry's operating status by calling (731)...
Cast your vote! High-speed rail project up for national transportation award
There’s still time to vote for the Connecting Illinois via High-Speed Rail between Chicago and St. Louis as the top transportation project in the country. While national prestige and...
A dangerous hurricane is forming in the Gulf of Mexico.
Posted by Meteorologist Beau Dodson Well, here we go again. Another hurricane is forming in the Gulf of Mexico. It's name is Milton. It will rapidly become a hurricane over the next 24 to 48 hours....
Metropolis Police Department Weekly Activity
From the Office of the Director of Public Safety & Chief of Police: Arrest Summary, September 15-30, 2024; September 17, 2024 A Metropolis Officer observed a silver, Malibu on Pullen Road. The...
Chaim Bloom to replace John Mozeliak as St. Louis Cardinals president of baseball ops in 2026
By DAVID SOLOMON Associated Press ST. LOUIS (AP) — Chaim Bloom will replace longtime St. Louis Cardinals President of Baseball Operations John Mozeliak after the 2025 season, the team's CEO said...
Bears’ offense starting to show signs of life after running game takes off vs. Rams
By GENE CHAMBERLAIN Associated Press The rough times probably are not quite over for Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears' offense.But they're finally starting to see the combination of efficiency...
A nice week of weather ahead of us.
Posted by Meteorologist Beau Dodson What a weekend. Wet. Wet. Wet. A widespread two to four inches of rain fell across the region. Pockets of four to seven+ inches! That will put a dent in our...
IDOT Partners With SIU to Expand Motorcycle Safety Program
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (Sept. 29, 2024) — The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), in partnership with Southern Illinois University, is reintroducing its Cycle Rider Safety Training Program to...
Remnants of Hurricane Helene spiral into our region.
Posted by Meteorologist Beau Dodson The remnants of Hurricane Helene are moving through Georgia and the Carolinas. It will spiral into our region today and tonight. You can see it on the National...
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AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Illinois on Election Day
WASHINGTON (AP) — The race for president tops the list of federal, state and local contests in Illinois, where voters have supported the Democratic presidential nominee for decades but lower-ballot contests are more competitive. Democratic Vice President Kamala...
Milk has a supply and demand increase
WASHINGTON, DC (News First) - World Agricultural Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski discusses the October Milk Supply and Demand Forecasts for this year and next. "We're seeing very strong demand recently, consistently, especially for cheese and butter. And that...
Hitting deer could cost you more than a couple of bucks
Scenic drives are a must in Illinois in autumn and with the height of fall colors, people will be spending a lot of time on the road. The Illinois Department of Transportation and Illinois Department of Natural Resources are reminding the public to be alert for deer,...
Cast your vote! High-speed rail project up for national transportation award
There’s still time to vote for the Connecting Illinois via High-Speed Rail between Chicago and St. Louis as the top transportation project in the country. While national prestige and $10,000 in prize money are on the line, an important organization will...
Traffic Advisory: Speed Reduction Work Taking Place on Ohio River ‘Cairo’ Bridge
Expect lane closures Monday, Oct. 7 PADUCAH, Ky. (Oct. 6, 2024) – For the safety of motorists crossing the Ohio River into Illinois, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will be making changes to reduce speeds on the Ohio River "Cairo" Bridge, which carries...
NATIONAL NEWS
Bidens open final White House holiday season with turkey pardons, Christmas tree and ‘friendsgiving’
NEW YORK (AP) — President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill, have opened their final holiday season...
Faking It? SEC teams warned by league about a practice to slow down high-tempo offenses
By PETE IACOBELLI AP Sports Write COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina coach Shane Beamer had a...
Oweh’s big plays give Mark Pope his first big win for No. 19 Kentucky, beating No. 6 Duke 77-72
By PAUL NEWBERRY AP Sports Writer ATLANTA (AP) — Otega Oweh knocked down four free throws in the...
Trump sweeps Blue Wall
WASHINGTON (News First) - A few days after the presidential election, and Donald Trump should be...
Trump wins the White House in a political comeback rooted in appeals to frustrated voters
WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump was elected as the 47th president of the United States on...
Missouri voters enshrine abortion rights in a state that has a near-total ban
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri voters have enshrined abortion rights in the state...