InFocus News

Groundbreaking and block party Saturday will celebrate a donated 3D printed duplex in Cairo 16.08.2024 8:12 ↓

The economically depressed community of Cairo is in desperate need of new housing.

BBB Tips: Back-to-school shopping 30.07.2024 4:50 ↓

Parents and guardians are about to head out for back-to-school shopping.

SIU-Carbondale Chancellor Austin Lane talks about enrollment, bonuses and administrative stability 28.07.2024 13:07 ↓

Chancellor Lane is cautiously optimistic about fall enrollment.

Survivor Empowerment Center to host a Back to School Bash for kids in need of supplies 17.07.2024 5:19 ↓

The Survivor Empowerment Center hosts many displaced children from domestic violence situations.

Saluki Hall of Famer Deanna Price talks about getting back to the world stage for the Summer Olympics in Paris 02.07.2024 15:17 ↓

Former Saluki women’s hammer thrower Deanna Price will compete in her third Olympic Games this summer in Paris.

SIU-Carbondale Chancellor Austin Lane discusses the Hollywood Takeover, faculty contract talks and more 01.07.2024 12:27 ↓

Chancellor Lane is pleased to reinvest in the Hollywood Studies Program.

The Better Business Bureau warns older adults and caregivers to take safeguards against scams and fraud 27.06.2024 4:59 ↓

June is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month.

Watch out for job search scams 20.06.2024 5:30 ↓

If you are applying for jobs online, do your research before accepting an interview or employment offer.

A local teen and her dog will head to Europe to compete at the AKC Junior Agility World Championships 17.06.2024 10:25 ↓

Lauren Ecker and Scout are preparing for the competition in Belgium in July.

SIU researchers study moral injuries of war, advocate for veterans 11.06.2024 12:13 ↓

A researcher at SIU is leading an effort to change policy and remove barriers to treatment for what are called the invisible wounds of war.

The latest Herbal Medicine Workshop is set for June 22 at Dayempur Farm 06.06.2024 5:04 ↓

This year's event focuses on cleansing and detox for optimal health.

SIU-Carbondale professor named Illinois Researcher to Know 03.06.2024 12:40 ↓

Scott Hamilton-Brehm was one of just 31 such researchers named to the 2024 List of Researchers to Know.

WSIU News Morning Update for May 13, 2024 in Carbondale, IL 13.05.2024 2:29 ↓

Leah Lerner reports the news.

BBB tips: How to reduce robocalls 09.05.2024 4:57 ↓

If you answer the phone and hear a recorded message instead of a live person, it's a robocall.

SIU-Carbondale Chancellor Austin Lane talks about the Saluki Takeover Tour and more 05.05.2024 9:09 ↓

Chancellor Lane says the takeover tour helped overcome some of the financial aid delays for prospective students.

Oasis Sports Complex set to move forward in Marion 26.04.2024 21:44 ↓

The Marion City Council and the Williamson County Board jointly approved the $30 million project on Wednesday.

The Better Business Bureau offers tips on avoiding home improvement scams 18.04.2024 7:11 ↓

Spring weather might inspire you to get started on home improvement projects.

The Sale to Fight Hunger is set for April 26 and 27 in Carbondale 17.04.2024 6:58 ↓

The hunger sale has been held since 1975.

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month 13.04.2024 7:56 ↓

The Survivor Empowerment Center wants to make people aware of the problem this month.

NASA EDGE producers talk about their reaction to the 2024 total solar eclipse in Carbondale 10.04.2024 13:57 ↓

NASA EDGE producers Franklin Fitzgerald and Blair Allen thought the eclipse was spectacular.

Thousands take in the total solar eclipse at Saluki Stadium 09.04.2024 5:26 ↓

A beautiful day meant a great view of the eclipse.

Southern Seven Health Department is increasing its vaping prevention education for teens 27.03.2024 8:24 ↓

While e-cigarette use has declined since 2019, it remains a serious public health problem for teens.

The Tiny Desk Crashers highlight the southern Illinois music scene 18.03.2024 26:27 ↓

136 local artists submitted a song to NPR's Tiny Desk Concert contest.

IDOT urges patience for travelers to southern Illinois for the upcoming eclipse 12.03.2024 5:00 ↓

IDOT says patience is the key for those taking part in Carbondale's eclipse celebration on April 8.

NASA EDGE prepares for the total solar eclipse in Carbondale 11.03.2024 10:38 ↓

NASA EDGE will manage telescope streams and imagery coming in from their sites throughout North America on eclipse day.