As of January 1, banning books is illegal in the state of Illinois. Governor J.B. Pritzker signed House Bill 2789, better known as the Banned Book Ban law, over the summer. Pritzker has been a vocal...

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid has been a national headache for weeks now. It all began back in 2020, when Congress approved the FAFSA Simplification Act, in an attempt to make filling...

A quivering pencil, tightly clasped into the palm of nervous test taker. Trembling fingers latching on to the imprint of an orange number 2 emblem, with the fate of one's future seemingly depending on...

Imagine, if you will, waking up every day confined within the same four walls with no way to get out and explore. Nothing to keep you busy and preoccupied. You’re given the same food every day and are...

Bright white walls, modern furniture, and a log fireplace invite students who are searching for a place of relaxation, connection and ministry. While these renovations were put in place in hopes of...

After an EF3 tornado tore through Clarksville, Tennessee, on Saturday, Dec. 9, killing three people and injuring dozens more, its residents were left to pick up the pieces. “Once I opened...

As the holiday season gears up, gift shopping is on the top of everyone’s lists. Two stores in Murphysboro – Think Vintage, and Hometown Pride Gifts and Sweets – are eager to sell holiday products....

By Dec. 16, many SIU students will be making their way back to their families’ homes, and remain there for nearly one month. SIU athletes in swim and dive, track and field and basketball will not. Athletes...

Something that every student is familiar with when it comes to finals week is caffeine; more specifically in the form of coffee. The week leading up to finals is often made up of busy days of attending...

The Intersectionality Project (TIP) is connecting with the Carbondale community to support local families during the holiday season by hosting a Hygiene Drive. The drive will take place up until Dec. 8....

Southern Illinois has many different opportunities to get in the holiday spirit. On Saturday, Carbondale hosted its 32nd annual Lights Fantastic Parade. The parade was kicked off with the lighting of...

The police department is teaming with Saluki Athletics to collect coats at all basketball games this winter. The donations will benefit local children ages 10 and under who are served by the Christmas...