Tazewell County Clerk and the Department of Agriculture are urging family-owned farms to register for the State of Illinois ...

The man killed in a fatal Franklin crash is being remembered for his go-getter attitude and love of family and sports.

My grandmother had a big influence on me, and she talked about family history and genealogy since I was a little kid. I was one of those kids who sucked it up.” ...

Fort Smith's water distribution system does not have the capacity to serve the proposed Franklin County prison; in fact, demand for city water will surpass supply sometime this year even without a ...

Home ownership is often one of life’s most significant investments, but if you’re willing to branch out beyond major metro areas, you might find some serious value for your money.

A fire broke out at the Franklin Walmart July 14, causing millions of dollars in merchandise damage, the Franklin Fire ...

Jerrin Alan Staker, 43, is charged with operating a motor vehicle while under the influence, causing death, a Level 4 felony, ...

A Columbus man was allegedly high and driving at least 100 mph when he crashed into a Franklin man’s car, killing him.

Companies undergoing layoffs in Illinois include national and local giants, according to a compilation of WARN notices in June 2025.

JOHNSON COUNTY — A Columbus man was arrested on a warrant stemming from a deadly crash that occurred July 6 in Franklin.

Crews are working to restore water pressure to residents living south of the city of Benton, Illinois. The Franklin County Office of Emergency Management says a water line break affected the water ...