Local News in Macon County

LISTEN: Brian Barnhart recaps the Illini loss to Ohio State and the firing of their defensive coordinator

September 28, 2026 - Voice of the Illini, Brian Barnhart, joined Byers & Co to talk about the Illini football loss to Ohio State, the firing of th...

LISTEN: Mark Tupper on the Fighting Illini defensive woes, NFL, MLB, and President’s Cup

September 28, 2026 - Mark Tupper talks about the Fighting Illini's defensive woes for their football team, the President's Cup golf tournament, the st...

Taylor Swift Remembers the “Ultimate Showgirl” Dolly Parton During Historic VMA Night

Taylor Swift honored Dolly Parton while accepting Video of the Year at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, turning one of the night’s biggest wins ...

“City Till I Die”: Liam and Noel Gallagher Respond to Manchester City News

Noel and Liam Gallagher have responded after reports said Manchester City were found guilty of 114 of 115 charges involving Premier League financial r...

Sabrina Carpenter Cast as Ginger Rogers in New Fred Astaire Film

Sabrina Carpenter is stepping back onto the big screen for a new film centered on legendary dancer and actor Fred Astaire. The casting announcement co...

Power Rankings: Who starts playoffs on top?

Power Rankings: Who starts playoffs on top?

Cubs-Padres position-by-position breakdown

White Sox-Astros AL Wild Card Series Game 1 FAQ (Tues., 5 ET, Peacock/NBCSN)

Counsell playing Cubs’ postseason rotation close to the vest

‘Elite patience’ guides young Cardinals as they build for future

Fill out your postseason bracket, compete to win $10K

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