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

Monday, March 25, 2013  Western Illinois University may find it more difficult to borrow money in the near future.

Monday, February 25, 2013  Illinois' largest public employees' union says a strike is a real possibility.

Monday, January 14, 2013  Some ask why lawmakers aren't moving forward, and why taxpayers aren't more angry with them.

Thursday, November 15, 2012  Report: Employers plan modest increase in hiring for new college grads in coming year

Wednesday, September 19, 2012  The soybean crop still has potential this season.

Friday, August 03, 2012  According to the latest assessment from the U.S. Drought Monitor, extreme drought conditions now envelop all of Northeast Missouri, Southeast Iowa and West central Illinois.

Thursday, June 21, 2012  According to the latest assessment from the U.S. Drought Monitor, moderate to severe drought conditions are now present across the Tri-State area.

Friday, March 16, 2012  Hannibal may not have to use flood gates this spring season.

Thursday, January 19, 2012  As the local roller coaster of weather conditions continues, we look ahead towards next week with more of the same expected.

Friday, January 06, 2012  A combination of low humidity, dry conditions and warmer than normal temperatures has caused the National Weather Service in St. Louis to issue the following "Hazardous Weather Outlook".

Wednesday, December 14, 2011  Are you dreaming of a “White Christmas” (insert your favorite version here)?

Tuesday, December 13, 2011  NOAA is out with an updated Winter 2011/2012 outlook ... let's discuss!

Wednesday, December 07, 2011  Jason Furman, Assistant to President Obama on Economic Policy, answers your questions about jobs and the economy.

Tuesday, November 22, 2011  What kind of winter are you hoping for? Here's what may happen...

Tuesday, October 11, 2011  I think that this winter will likely provide a weather pattern reminiscent of last winter.