From economic growth to local heroes, see the most-read and impactful stories that shaped Effingham County in 2025.

Northern Illinois hit with dirty rain; here’s why it’s happening: Before the snow, there was dirty rain. Back in March, ...

Catch up on the week’s top Will County news in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you, for the ...

Ferndale native and celebrity chef Guy Fieri’s outspoken efforts to keep horse racing at the fair and support the fair in its ...

The Ohio Department of Agriculture has announced the schedule for nearly 100 county and independent fairs across the state this summer, with the first fair beginning on June 6 and the last ending ...

When Israel launched its 12-day attack on Iran in June, a network of secret agents on the ground proved critical in crippling Tehran’s defenses. Some of the most secret operatives weren’t professional ...

He’s been the Radio + Television Business Report’s Top Local TV Leader for the last several years, and in command of the flagship television property within Graham Media Group. Now, he’s no longer ...

The Times identified at least 26 fairs statewide where, in the last decade, employees or appointed officials have been accused of siphoning taxpayer money, pressuring businesses for bribes or ...

Lancaster County is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States with a few familiar sights. G. Robert Wagner, of Landisville, was picked to represent Lancaster County by way of designing a ...

With his new gig, Tony Dokoupil may be able to hit snooze on his early bird alarm clock. The Emmy Award-winning TV journalist and CBS News staple has been named the anchor of "CBS Evening News," CBS ...

Heavy mountain rain will continue to create flooding in North Idaho and the Washington Cascades today. Elsewhere, another round of strong winds is expected across the region. Valleys and lowlands in ...