Latest local news, weather and high school sports for Tri-State area

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Iowa lawmakers have reached a compromise on the first budget of the legislative session.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  A mountain lion was reported on the northeast side of Oskaloosa in south-central Iowa, but now authorities can't locate it.

Friday, May 10, 2013  It's the only place in Iowa where you can experience three centuries of life on the farm.

Friday, May 10, 2013  Do you believe in ghosts?

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  National corn planting numbers higher than percentage in Iowa.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Three types of background checks would be required if bill passes.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Larget economic investment in the state's history.

Saturday, May 04, 2013  Differences in platform needs at train station being worked out.

Thursday, May 02, 2013  The Missouri House has endorsed a bill that would allow motorcyclists to forgo wearing helmets on the road.

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  Upgrades are needed as the lock and dam system built in the 1930s continues to show the signs of age.

Tuesday, April 30, 2013  Illinois' Attorney wants more time to decide whether to fight back against a court mandated conceal carry ban for the state.

Sunday, April 28, 2013  Reenacters gathered in Rand Park to celebrate two historic battles. The battle of Chickasaw Bayou and Champion Hall.

Saturday, April 27, 2013  The highway was closed for more than a week due to flooding along the Mississippi River.

Friday, April 26, 2013  UPDATED: New info for Pike and Scott Counties in Illinois Friday.

Tuesday, April 23, 2013  Residents of Perry, Naples, Rushville, Hamilton, Meredosia and Niota, Ill. and in Macon County and LaGrange, Mo. are looking for volunteers to help sandbag.