Rural Pittsfield Man Dies From Crash Into Illinois River
A rural Pittsfield man is dead from injuries suffered when he crashed his vehicle into the Illinois River northeast of Milton in Pike County, Illinois just before 6 p.m. Saturday.
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Near Record Crest Predictions for Mississippi, Illinois Rivers
For the second time this spring, crest predictions on the Mississippi and Illinois Rivers have entered record territory.
Asian Carp in the Mississippi River May Have Met Their Match
If you spend any time on the Mississippi River you have had to deal with Asian Carp that have invaded the Mississippi River with a vengeance. The aggressive Asian Carp have harmed the eco-system of the river and have competed fiercely with the native fish of the river for food diminishing the population of the native fish species.
Illinois River Hits Record Flood Stage at Beardstown
Flooding continues in parts of Illinois after the state saw its rainiest June on record.
Illinois Officials Halt Boat Traffic on Rain-Swollen Rivers
Illinois officials have closed the rain-swollen Vermilion and Illinois rivers to recreational boat traffic.
Illinois River Search to Begin Again Tuesday
The search for a 20-year-old woman missing after an Illinois River boating accident will begin anew on Tuesday.
Autopsy Says Peters Likely Drowned
An autopsy shows a missing 23-year-old central Illinois woman likely drowned when her car went into the Illinois River.