Herrin News

Crews from three departments battled a fire in Williamson County Sunday night. A passerby noticed the fire at the home on Davidson Road around 8 p.m.. When firefighters arrived, the front of the house was already covered in flames.

Officials are investigating the cause of a fire in Johnston City. Firefighters were called to 1013 Barham Avenue shortly after 4:00 a.m. Friday.

ADVANCE FOR USE SUNDAY, MAY 5 AND THEREAFTER - In this April 11, 2013 photo, Sister Clara Ternes, who recently retired from her position as the corporate director of mission, values and ethics at Southern Illinois Healthcare, poses for a photo on Lake of Egypt, Ill.

F or the first time, multiple southern Illinois Chambers of Commerce came together in support of one thing; better energy rates for everyone.

A Herrin woman has been arrested for stealing more than $4,000 in merchandise from Sam's Club in Paducah.

A Herrin man was injured Thursday in an accident on Interstate 57 in Williamson County.

Local chambers of commerce are partnering with a Mt. Vernon-based group to help area businesses save money on their electric bills.

Election results issued Tuesday show Vic Ritter holding on to his position as Herrin Mayor.