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

Yesterday at 7:32 AM  People on Quincy's west side say gunshots woke them up overnight Monday.

Saturday, June 15, 2013  The journey to end cancer starts with a single step. That was the theme behind Friday night's Relay for Life event at Flinn Stadium in Quincy.

Friday, June 14, 2013  What better way to make a someone feel appreciated than a free haircut, style, and makeup. Those at Vatterott Trade School felt that was a good way to show some appreciation to those in the medical field.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  When a stray dog attacked a six-year-old in Shelbina, Missouri last month, area residents became aware of a bigger problem and they are not alone.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  Summer camp season is underway. But where do you send your kids if they're not into the outdoors or traditional sports? Send them back to school.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  Western Illinois University had to find a way to deal with a once again low budget.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  The Quincy Park District Board of Commissioners plan to take its time examining the future of Westview Golf Course in Quincy.

Wednesday, June 12, 2013  A brewing threat from Iowa to Mid-Atlantic expected to bring massive thunderstorms, high winds, hail, and a rare event known as a derecho.

Tuesday, June 11, 2013  Alvin Montgomery, 25, is charged with felony disorderly conduct in the March 6 incident.

Monday, June 10, 2013  Though the mosquitoes carrying the virus were in Cook County, officials warn you to protect yourselves from the pests by prevention.

Friday, June 07, 2013  The university Board of Trustees approved a 4.5 percent tuition increase Friday.

Friday, June 07, 2013  Adams, Hancock and Pike Counties will receive $4.1 million from the state for road projects.

Tuesday, June 04, 2013  Fitch Ratings said Monday it would drop the Illinois rating from "A'' to "A-" based on lawmakers' failure to enact a solution to the state's public-employee pension crisis.

Monday, June 03, 2013  Severe storms over in East and South, but more rain and winds coming; Oklahoma death toll up to 13

Saturday, June 01, 2013  The Mississippi River has continued to rise and brings with it an inconvenience for the West Quincy and Taylor area.