Brad Palmer

6 days ago | wsiu.org | Brad Palmer

A nurse at Deaconess Illinois Medical Center in Marion is being recognized as an extra special healthcare worker. Victoria Sellers, has been honored with The DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurses, a prestigious international recognition celebrating nurses who deliver exceptional clinical care and heartfelt compassion. Sellers was nominated for her commitment to going above and beyond for both her patients and her fellow team members.

6 days ago | wsiu.org | Brad Palmer

As the legislature enters the final weeks of its spring session, strengthening the state’s ethical safeguards doesn’t appear to be anywhere near the top of the agenda in Springfield. That is a disappointment to State Representative Patrick Windhorst of Metropolis, who said this is one of the biggest problems the state has. "We've seen time and again politicians get arrested, charged, indicted and even sent to prison. We have to address the issue.

1 week ago | wsiu.org | Brad Palmer

Southern Illinois Congressman Mike Bost (R-12th) launched his campaign for re-election at Thursday evening’s Monroe County GOP Century Club Dinner. The Murphysboro republican also received the full endorsement of President Donald Trump. Bost is a two-time Illinois co-chair of Trump’s campaign and has earned Trump’s endorsement in five consecutive election cycles.

1 week ago | wsiu.org | Brad Palmer

The election of the first American pope is being described as "of great significance for the Church and the world."WSIU's Brad Palmer reports on how a local Catholic priest is pleased with the choice. Social & Community Pope FrancisJoseph BrownRoman Catholic Church

1 week ago | wsiu.org | Brad Palmer

The company contracted with the City of Carbondale's energy aggregation program has released a new, 12-month fixed electric rate that will start on June 1. The new aggregated rate from Homefield Energy will be $0.11789 per kilowatt hour. Residents will soon be receiving letters from Homefield Energy on these current rates. City officials say if you wish to participate in the City's negotiated aggregation rate you do not need to do anything further after receiving your letter.