WTYE News
Hot and Rain Weather Remains in the Forecast for the 4th
(Undated) -- Hot and possibly stormy weather looks to impact our July 4th weekend. According to this morning's "Hazardous Weather Outlook" from the National Weather Service, heat index readings will peak around 105 degrees this afternoon and 100 to 105 degrees tomorrow afternoon. They say thunderstorms will b...
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Several New Names Added to Jail Roster
(Undated) -- Several new names have recently been added to the roster of the Crawford County Jail. According to jail records, yesterday, Kaden Landry was booked into jail on charges of Harboring a Runaway, Obstructing Justice, Criminal Trespass to a Residence, two counts of Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance...
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"Small Town Pride Big American Birthday" Celebration Set to Wrap Up Tomorrow
(Robinson) -- The City of Robinson will be wrapping up its July 4th celebration tomorrow. Robinson Mayor, Mike Shimer, says the City has worked hard to bring back the "old-fashioned style" of event this year. He says the "Small Town Pride Big American Birthday" celebration will wrap up tomorrow with...
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Gas Prices Move Lower for of Holiday Travel
(Undated) -- The national average for a gallon of regular unleaded continues to fall as we head into the holiday weekend. This morning's numbers from GasBuddy.com show a national average of $3.79, down a penny from Monday. Here in Illinois, the statewide average is $4.02 a gallon, six cents lower than the beginning of ...
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Ameren Offers Tips to Keep Your Bill Lower During the Summer
(Undated) -- As the heat wave continues, Ameren Illinois is urging customers to take steps to keep their power bills under control. Public Relations Strategist, Karly Combest, suggests using fans in addition to your AC, keeping your air filter clean, keeping your blinds and drapes closed as much as possible, cooking ou...
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WTYE Sports
Three RHS Players Named to 2026 Little Illini Conference All-Conference Selections
(Robinson) -- A trio of Robinson Maroons baseball players made the 2026 Little Illini Conference All-Conference Selections. Graysen Brown was named 1st Team. Gunner Hoalt was named 2nd Team and Braylon Murray was an Honorable Mention. The Maroons wrapped up the season with a loss against Newton in the 2A Effingham Regi...
Jun 08, 2026
Lady Maroons Season Ends in Dramatic Fashion
(Robison) -- The softball season came to an end for the RHS Lady Maroons in dramatic fashion yesterday. RHS fell to Tolono-Unity 4-3 in eight innings. RHS held a 2-0 lead heading into the top of the 7th inning when a three-run home run to left field by Karleigh Jamison gave the Tolono Rockets the lead. RHS answered bac...
May 28, 2026
Maroons Baseball Season Comes to an End
(Robinson) -- The RHS Maroons got shut out 7-0 in their season finale against Newton in the 2A Effingham Regional Semifinal. Felix Reynolds took the loss for Robinson, pitching four innings, surrendering five runs on eight hits, striking out one, and walking two. Gunner Hoalt, Graysen Brown, Brody Baker, and Brayden Tu...
May 28, 2026
Lady Maroons Face Tolono Unity in the 2A Sectional Semifinal
(Robinson) -- The RHS Lady Maroons will have their hands full when they square off against Tolono Unity this afternoon in the 2A Sectional Semifinal. The Lady Maroons advanced to today's contest following Friday's thrilling walk-off victory over T-Town in the 2A Regional Championship. The Lady Maroons and Tolono Unity ...
May 27, 2026
RHS Rolls to 10-0 Shutout Over OPH
(Robinson) -- The RHS Maroons rolled to a 10-0 five-inning shutout of the OPH Wildcats yesterday. Graysen Brown earned the win for RHS, surrendering one hit and zero runs over five innings, striking out eight and walking two. Lucas Blessing took the loss for OPH, going two and two-thirds innings, surrendering six runs ...
May 26, 2026
WTYE Obituaries
Verna Riggs
Verna Riggs, 85, of Robinson, IL, died on June 29, 2026, at Richland Carle Memorial Hospital in Olney, IL. Verna was born on May 4, 1941, in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Alexander Janasky and Anne (Klimas) Janasky. Chicago was home for her early years, and from there, life would take her across the country. Through the...
Jul 01, 2026
Sarah Hussey
Sarah Hussey, 58, of Flat Rock, IL, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026, at the Linda E. White Hospice House in Evansville, IN. She was born on November 9th, 1967, in Robinson, IL, to Joseph Fagin and Carolyn (Hightshoe) Fagin, both of whom preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband, Mark Hussey; her sons, ...
Jun 30, 2026
Entertainment News
Carrie Underwood, Gary Sinise lead stars who've shared why they're proud to be Americans
Carrie Underwood, Gary Sinise, Dolly Parton and other stars have shared why they're proud to be Americans as the USA turns 250.
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Lee Greenwood says he's 'very proud' to stand next to Trump during America's 250th celebration
Lee Greenwood says he's "very proud" to stand with Donald Trump this Fourth of July and perform at the country's 250th anniversary celebration.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's love story in photos as wedding day arrives
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's rumored wedding day arrives after their love story began with an "Eras Tour" shoutout on the "New Heights" podcast in 2023.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's MSG wedding guest list: Everyone reportedly confirmed for star-studded event
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's reported wedding at Madison Square Garden has a star-studded guest list, including Ed Sheeran and possibly Blake Lively.
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Aaron Tippin says patriotism is 'very strong in America' ahead of Fort Campbell 4th of July show
Aaron Tippin honors military families and Charlie Daniels at a Fort Campbell Independence Day celebration for America's 250th birthday event.
Jul 02, 2026
Music News
Shakira Is Raising Money for Venezuela Through FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund
$500,000 will go to children whose education has been impacted by the recent earthquakes in Venezuela, the musician shared in a social media video
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New indie supergroup M.O.T.H.E.R.: "I wanted it to be the guitar version of N.E.R.D."
The Big Pink's Robbie Furze and The Kills' Jamie Hince from the project - which also currently features Jamie T - tell NME how losing parents and a sense of brotherhood brought them together, and their epic hit list of future collaborators The post New indie supergroup M.O.T.H.E.R.: "I wanted it to be the guitar v...
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Watch Dave Mustaine call out "fucking dickhead" journalist at Megadeth show
The reporter had asked the frontman a question about Metallica's James Hetfield backstage The post Watch Dave Mustaine call out "fucking dickhead" journalist at Megadeth show appeared first on NME.
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Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds reveal set times for Brighton Preston Park gig
Support comes from the likes of The Flaming Lips and English Teacher The post Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds reveal set times for Brighton Preston Park gig appeared first on NME.
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Paul Dano, Shailene Woodley and Oscar Isaac join Mumford & Sons in new video for 'Here'
It sees them all competing against Marcus Mumford in a round of auditions for a mysterious role The post Paul Dano, Shailene Woodley and Oscar Isaac join Mumford & Sons in new video for 'Here' appeared first on NME.
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