Paul Wilcoxen

WEST FRANKFORT — What began as an effort to place a proper headstone on the grave of a fallen Marine has grown into a community tribute to the West Frankfort residents who died during the Vietnam War and the veterans who returned home.

MURPHYSBORO — A settlement requiring John Deere to expand access to diagnostic software for farm equipment is being praised by supporters as a win for farmers and independent repair shops.

CHESTER — Before his death in 2020, if you talked to Don Welge, chances are he brought up the Chester Bridge and the need to replace it.

HERRIN — Herrin city officials delayed a planned reorganization of the city's animal control department Monday after several council members questioned whether the proposal created enough management oversight.

MARION — Bars in unincorporated Williamson County will be allowed to stay open until 2 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays after commissioners unanimously approved a liquor ordinance amendment Tuesday.

Officials recently dedicated the $307 million Don Welge Memorial Bridge linking Chester, Illinois, and Perryville, Missouri.

HERRIN — A partnership between the Herrin school district and the city will soon put free books within easy reach of residents across the community.

MARION — Williamson County could begin moving into its new animal control facility within weeks.

A Franklin County judge ordered a Zeigler man held without pretrial release Thursday after the state’s attorney’s office alleged he sexually assaulted an 11-year-old girl over several weeks and argued

MURPHYSBORO — Construction around the Illinois 13 bridge over the Big Muddy River east of Murphysboro isn't focused on repairing the bridge itself.