WLDS-AM (Springfield, IL)

WLDS (1180 AM) is a radio station located in Jacksonville, Illinois, USA, catering to the local community. It broadcasts a format focused on News and Information, and is owned by Jacksonville Area Radio Broadcasters Inc.

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Newly Seated Jacksonville City Council has major work ahead

3 days ago | wlds.com | Benjamin Cox

The new Jacksonville City Council was seated last night and Mayor Andy Ezard says aldermen have a lot of work ahead of them.
Carrollton man sentenced to two decades in prison on weapons, sex offenses

4 days ago | wlds.com | Benjamin Cox

A Carrollton man was sentenced to 20 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections in Greene County Circuit Court on multiple weapons and sex offenses this morning. Greene County State’s Attorney Craig Grummell said in a press release that William L. “Billy” Orr, 60, of Carrollton was sentenced to 20 years in IDOC for unlawful possession of a firearm and firearm ammunition by a felon and possession of child pornography.
Greenfield man identified as decedent in fatal motorcycle crash south of Jacksonville

4 days ago | wlds.com | Benjamin Cox

Morgan County Coroner Marcy Patterson has released the name of the man killed in a two-vehicle crash involving a motorcyle and truck on IL-267 south of Jacksonville over the weekend. Timothy Pennington, 60, of Greenfield was pronounced deceased at the scene. According to crash reports, Pennington’s motorcyle and a pickup truck were traveling southbound on IL-267near Lake Jacksonville Road, when for an undisclosed reasons, the motorcycle struck the rear of the pickup.
One Person Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash Involving a Motorcycle on IL-267 Saturday

5 days ago | wlds.com | Jeremy Coumbes

One person was killed in a two-vehicle crash on Route 267 Saturday afternoon. According to a preliminary report by the Illinois State Police, at 2:20 pm, Troop 6 units responded to a report of the crash on IL-267 at Lake Jacksonville Road just south of I-72 and South Jacksonville.
Victim of Fatal US-67 Head-On Crash Identifed

5 days ago | wlds.com | Jeremy Coumbes

The victim of a fatal two-vehicle crash on US Route 267 on Friday has been identified. According to an announcement by Greene County Coroner, Brady Milnes Saturday, 69-year-old Dennis Swarringim of Roodhouse was killed in the motor vehicle versus semi incident in rural Carrollton Friday afternoon.
MJF Seeks Non-Profit Status, Hears Potential of JDC Grounds Walking Tour

5 days ago | wlds.com | Jeremy Coumbes

An area ad-hoc citizens’ committee aimed at improving the future of JDC and other blighted properties in the area is taking steps toward non-profit status and likes the idea of a possible future walking tour. The Moving Jacksonville Forward Committee met Thursday in the Commission Room at the Jacksonville Municipal Building. The committee was formed as an effort by citizens to make their voices heard on community issues like the State Hospital grounds, Old Norris Hospital, and others.
Friday Scores

6 days ago | wlds.com | Gary M. Scott

BASEBALL Pleasant Plains 4-Routt Catholic 0 GNW 9-Camp Point 7 Porta/AC 9-Pittsfield 7 Pana 7-North Mac 1 Carrollton downs P Hill SOFTBALL Carrollton 6-Auburn 0 Pittsfield 9-Triopia 8 Columbia 3-Calhoun 1 P Hill 4-Western 2 Pleasant Plains 14-JHS 4 Pana 15-North Mac 1 Illinois College 12-Lawrence U 6 and Lake Forest 4-IC 3 in MW Conference Tournament IC plays Grinnell at 10 this morning SOCCER JHS 2-Lincoln 0 Beardstown 1-Macon Meridian 1 JHS Boys tennis team wins Alton Doubles Tournament 3-0...
ISP Investigating fatal crash north of Carrollton

6 days ago | wlds.com | Benjamin Cox

One person has been pronounced dead after a fatal two-vehicle crash north of Carrollton on US 67 this afternoon. Eye witness reports the crash occurred on the s-curve in the southbound lanes of US 67 at approximately 1 p.m. this afternoon. An ISP report says that ISP Troop 8 responded to the location for the report of a fatal, head-on collision. Unit 1 (sedan) reportedly crossed the center lane markings and struck Unit 2 (truck-tractor semi-trailer) head-on.
ISP confirms theft of funds investigation underway at Winchester EMS

6 days ago | wlds.com | Benjamin Cox

The Illinois State Police have confirmed an investigation into theft of funds at the Winchester EMS.
Last Call for Downtown Concert Sponsorships

6 days ago | wlds.com | Jeremy Coumbes

The kick-off to the 2025 Downtown Concert Series is fast approaching, and Jacksonville Main Street is looking for a little last-minute help to reach its goal. The Downtown Concert Series kicks off with rock band Revel In Red on Friday, May 30th. Main Street organizers say they are $1,000 away from their sponsorship goal for this year’s series, which has expanded for the city’s 200th birthday.