Libby Gerdes

CARBONDALE — SIU alums Jack Piatt and Hilla Medalia were nominated for Academy Awards. For just the seventh time in history, a tie gave Piatt an Oscar for producing the short film “The Singers.”

RALEIGH — The Eldorado Community Unit School District #4 is mourning the death of a student.

The Eldorado Community Unit School District 4 is mourning the death of sophomore Nathaniel Potts.

RALEIGH — The Eldorado Community Unit School District 4 community is mourning the death of a student following an ongoing investigation in Saline County.

The Eldorado Community Unit School District 4 community is mourning the death of a sophomore student following an ongoing investigation in Saline County.

A shooting Saturday left the suspected shooter dead and another wounded, according to Saline County Sheriff Whipper Johnson.

HERRIN — The HerrinFesta Italiana returns for its 36th year for a celebration of community, tradition and the return of the grape stomping competition after a COVID hiatus.

CARBONDALE — In honor of Bike Month and Preservation Month, the City of Carbondale hosted the second Carbondale Bikes ride throughout historic spots in the city Thursday.

METROPOLIS — The community is mourning the sudden death of Alderman Chad Lewis, local officials announced Saturday afternoon.

HEROD — Cryptid enthusiasts turned out to the Garden of the Gods Outpost in celebration of "Bigfoot Day," an event of mystery and fun for visitors of all ages.