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

Tuesday, June 04, 2013  Update: Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan has filed a motion with the U.S. Court of Appeals seeking a 30-day delay of a mandate for the state to enact a concealed gun carry law.

Friday, May 31, 2013  The Illinois Senate has approved a bill to become the last state in the nation to allow the carrying of concealed guns.

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.

Wednesday, March 27, 2013  Gun shop owners say their customers are reporting having to wait 10 to 15 weeks for a card that is supposed to be in their hands in 30 days or less.

Friday, February 22, 2013  It's important to know the differences from state to state.

Friday, December 14, 2012  Appliocants will have ranks high in national ratings.

Thursday, May 31, 2012  A $1.9 million grant has allowed the city of Quincy to rehabilitate old properties for first time home buyers.

Tuesday, March 27, 2012  Pending legislation in Illinois could require high school students to have four years of math before they graduate.

Monday, February 20, 2012 

Friday, February 17, 2012  These days, community service is a way of life for high schoolers, especially those who are college-bound.

Thursday, December 15, 2011  Iowa Governor Terry Branstad and Lieutenant Governor Kim Reynolds have set lofty goals for an education system overhaul.

Thursday, September 22, 2011  Elderly and disabled residents in northeast Missouri can sign up for winter utility assistance starting October 3.

Tuesday, September 06, 2011  In our Facebook Story of the Day for September 6, we're talking about possible cuts to Missouri's circuit-breaker tax credit for seniors and disabled renters.

Tuesday, August 23, 2011  The Canine Cruelty Prevention Act, also known as Senate Bill 113, will take effect in Missouri Sunday adding additional requirements for dog breeders.

Tuesday, August 16, 2011  You parents know what I’m talking about.  It’s out of hand!