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COVID-19 daily update: Medical mask shortage, increased testing nationwide
Questions about medical resources dominated the conversation across the country on Saturday, as several national and state officials provided updates on the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Illinois stay-at-home order starts Sat.
IL Gov. J.B. Pritzker is giving a Saturday update at 2:30 Central.
IL Gov. Pritzker issues stay-at-home order to prevent further COVID-19 spread
Only one day after California issued a stay-at-home order to combat against the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker followed suit - announcing a similar statewide order that will go into effect on Saturday, March 21 at 5 p.m.
Illinois governor orders residents to stay at home
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker has ordered the state’s residents to remain in their homes except for essential needs.
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Illinois voters head to polls Tues. despite COVID-19 threat
State officials chose to continue their primary election despite the ongoing threat of coronavirus.
Ill. Gov. Pritzker announces 1st death; 21 positive cases alone at long-term care facility
After Monday's briefing, Gov. Pritzker met and thanked lab technicians in Springfield.
Grayville stabbing suspect now in custody
Grayville Police say the man wanted for stabbing two people has been caught.
IN, KY announce state’s 1st deaths; KY primary postponed, childcare centers to close Fri.
Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb and Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced their state’s first deaths from COVID-19.
Illinois Gov. Pritzker announces bars, restaurants will close to public by end of Mon.
The number of Illinois coronavirus cases has risen to 93.
Gov. Pritzker to file federal waiver to expand Medicaid coverage during COVID-19 pandemic
Governor JB Pritzker announced Saturday, that his administration will file a federal waiver to expand Medicaid coverage as COVID-19 continues to spread.
Coronavirus impact continues at national, state and local levels
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear announced two additional statewide cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) on Friday.
Neighborhood watch: Mt. Vernon coyote sightings; Church intruder response training
Mt. Vernon Police Department says coyote sightings are common. Wabash County Illinois Sheriff’s Department is hosting a two-day Church Intruder Response training.
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Eagle flies off with large animal near Carmi, IL
An Illinois man caught quite a sight when he pulled over to look at an eagle.
14 News Special: ‘Coronavirus: A Community Conversation’ live Thurs. night
The live special will air Thursday, March 12, at 7 p.m. Our panel of experts will share how the Tri-State is preparing for potential cases and how you can protect your family.
Neighborhood watch: Mt. Carmel man escapes arrest; Whitesville man accused of stealing car
Mt. Carmel, IL man escapes during an arrest. Whitesville, Ky man accused of stealing a car. A wanted man with ties to Evansville and Henderson has been arrested by the Henderson County Sheriff’s office.
Woman flown to hospital after fall from Garden of the Gods
A woman was flown to a hospital after falling at the Garden of the Gods in Gallatin County, Illinois.
Fairfield to hold public meeting Sat.
City leaders are hosting a rare Saturday public meeting to get your feedback.
Another step forward for Harmony Way Bridge heads to Gov.’s desk
This bill would protect the members of the Wabash River Bridge Authority from civil lawsuits, the same way a state is immune from civil lawsuits, if the state owned the bridge.
Local students compete in EVSC Regional Spelling Bee
Schools throughout the Tri-State area competed in the 2020 EVSC Regional Spelling Bee on Saturday afternoon.
Plans underway for $5m psychiatric health facility in Mt. Carmel
Developers plan for it to be a 24 bed care behavioral health facility.
Harmony Way Bridge has new owners
The Harmony Way Bridge that connects Indiana to Illinois has new owners.
Neighborhood Watch: Stolen Chevy Tahoe; stolen tools
Neighborhood Watch: Stolen Chevy Tahoe; stolen tools
Neighborhood Watch: Arson, burglary arrests; U.S. Marshals arrest sex offender
Neighborhood Watch: Arson, burglary arrests; U.S. Marshals arrest sex offender
Crews work to remove debris, coal after train derailment near Sesser, Ill.
The cleanup could last anywhere from two to three weeks.
Dispatch: All I-64 lanes reopened after 3 vehicle crash
All lanes of I-64 are now opened after a wreck involving multiple vehicles.
Name of Mt. Carmel murder victim released
Police say one person was arrested for murder after a woman was found dead early Wednesday.
Tri-State reacts to the death of Kobe Bryant
Bryant and his daughter were two of nine people on a helicopter that crashed in Calabasas, California.
Tri-State Senators react before impeachment trial
Opening arguments in the impeachment trial of President Trump will be made formally on Tuesday, but plenty of local senators have already voiced their opinions on the impeachment trial.
Carmi teen crowned 61st Miss Illinois County Fair Queen
This summer, she’ll travel to about 30 county fairs, and will be the official hostess of the Illinois State Fair in Springfield and the DuQuoin State Fair.
Under the influence driver leads deputy on chase, officials say
A Mt. Carmel man is accused of refusing to pull over and asking 911 dispatchers to have police stop chasing him.
11 arrested during ‘Operation Dealer’s Choice’ in White Co.
Eleven people were arrested during a joint law enforcement operation in White County.
10 arrests made during Wayne Co. drug sweep
The Sheriff says they come after a long investigation, and there are warrants for more arrests.
Indiana reports 22 flu deaths this season
More than 20 people in Indiana have died from the flu this flu season, according to the Indiana Department of Health.
Roads flooded, closed after Sat. storms
Watch for the latest updates from 14 First Alert Meteorologist Bryon Douglas.
Neighborhood Watch: Prepare for possible flooding; man arrested after cat killed
Neighborhood Watch: Prepare for possible flooding; man arrested after cat killed
Evansville man killed in White Co. crash
The sheriff’s office says deputies responded to a single-vehicle crash on Illinois Route 141 Thursday morning.
New Illinois college aid program enrolls first students
Monday was the first day the new Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid was operational.
Shortages force closing of Illinois pot dispensaries
The legal sale of recreational cannabis began Wednesday, with customers spending about $3.2 million on the first day.
Illinois will stop collecting on unpaid red-light tickets
The Illinois comptroller says her office will stop collecting fines against drivers who are ticketed after cameras catch them violating red lights.
Law enforcement making changes after recreational marijuana becomes legal
The Wabash County sheriff tells us this will be a long process for them, adding to their current workload.
Large crowds, long lines await opening of Harrisburg’s marijuana dispensary
Crowds lined up outside Thrive, a marijuana dispensary in Harrisburg, as recreational marijuana became legal on New Year’s Day.
Local residents set New Year’s resolutions
Researchers say in order to make resolutions stick you need to do lifestyle changes for at least 63-66 days because that’s about how long it takes for a resolution to become a habit.
Illinois State Police ready for legal marijuana
Illinois is now the 11th state in America to fully legalize marijuana
Harrisburg dispensary set to sell recreational marijuana on New Year’s Day
On New Year’s Day, Illinois will ring in a new era with dispensaries being able to sell recreational marijuana.
Gov. Pritzker grants 11,017 pardons for low-level cannabis convictions
With Illinois poised to become the 11th state in the nation to legalize adult-use cannabis on Wednesday, Governor JB Pritzker granted 11,017 pardons for individuals with low-level cannabis convictions.
Local tobacco shops seeing impacts of new law raising age to buy tobacco products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration raised the age to buy tobacco from 18-years-old to 21-years-old this December.
Legal marijuana sales may spark Midwest interstate tension
Nonresidents can legally buy a limited amount of marijuana in Illinois and Michigan.
IN gives $350K for New Harmony Bridge opening
Officials say this $350,000 from Indiana will cover half of the half of the estimated inspection and repair costs to re-open the bridge, which should then self-sustain as a toll bridge once it’s re-opened.
What comes next in impeachment of President Trump?
The question now is, whether or not lawmakers will vote to remove President Trump from office.
Kittens still missing after transport van crashes in Jackson Co. Ill.
As of Tuesday evening, three black kittens were still missing.
Holiday shipping deadlines approaching fast
Only a week and a half until Christmas and time is running out to get gifts shipped in time.
Neighborhood Watch: EPD looking for auto theft suspect, vandals hit Christmas light display in Carmi
EPD looking for person who stole car from house. Carmi police searching for vandals.
Several people hurt in four-car crash in White Co.
It happened Sunday evening, just after 5:30 on Illinois Route 1, just south of County Road 875 North.
Neighborhood Watch: Police remind people to lock cars; missing Owensboro teen
Neighborhood Watch: Police remind people to lock cars; missing Owensboro teen
3-digit suicide hotline number to be made by FCC
By making the number shorter, mental health experts hope it can help even more people in crisis.
Fairfield City Council green lights recreational marijuana sales
In Fairfield, city council members are giving the green light to recreational cannabis sales within city limits after a vote of 5-3 in favor.
Illinois approves 2 more marijuana cultivation centers
The Illinois Department of Agriculture announced sites in Shelbyville and Albion on Tuesday, bringing the total number of cultivation centers to 16.
Service being restored after Fifth Third Bank reports network issue
Fifth Third Bank customers might be experiencing some issues trying to access their money right now.
Local sheriffs discuss law enforcement chase policy, tactics
14 News talked to two Tri-State sheriffs from separate states who have worked in law enforcement for decades.
New food stamp rules impacting KY, IL
Tens of thousands could be losing their food stamps as new federal rules will impact people in the Tri-State.
Motorcyclist hurt in crash with deer in White Co., Ill.
It happened just before one Tuesday afternoon on US 45 near Eldorado.
Black Friday across the Tri-State begins Thanksgiving night
Though Thanksgiving day isn’t over yet, Black Friday is already here.