A southern Illinois agronomist says delayed planting caused by persistent rains could result in some acres shifting from corn ...

State wildlife experts expect black bears to keep crossing into Illinois from Missouri, but it could take years or even decades for a significant population to become established.

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois — State lawmakers Thursday took the baby step toward passing a budget by sending shell bills to their respective chambers. Shell bills are placeholders for incoming ...

Devin Kidd is the southern Illinois Bureau Chief for Heartland News. He joined KFVS 12 in April 2024. Devin is originally from Marion, Illinois. He graduated from Southern Illinois University ...

The two-vehicle crash happened about 10:20 p.m. in the area of Williamson and Baldwin streets, police spokesperson officer Stephanie Fryer said in a statement. Child Protective Services was notified ...

Winnebago County authorities have named the probable killer in a 61-year-old cold case. Unfortunately, he died two years ago. The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office laid out the case in a Facebook post ...