Local News

Road Work at Fairground Road in McLeansboro Starting in December

Monday, November 18 by Nicole Behnke

The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that a project to replace the structure carrying Illinois 14 over Bear Creek in Hamilton County will begin, weather permitting, Monday Dec. 2.The project involves replacing the structure with a cast-in-place triple barrel box culvert.To complete the... Read More.

Traffic Safety Detail Results from White County Sheriff

Monday, November 18 by Nicole Behnke

The White County Sheriff’s Department, along with the Illinois State Police, conducted a Traffic Safety detail on I-64. The main focus of this detail was to enforce speed and safety for motorists along the interstate in White County.As a result, a total of 29... Read More.

2024-2025 CWCHS Basketball Preview

Monday, November 18 by Cole Carter

The 2023-2024 basketball season was memorable for Carmi-White County for both the Bulldogs and the Lady Bulldogs.With 50 combined wins between the two programs last season, both teams have high expectations for what should be an exciting 2024-2025 season.The Lady Bulldogs won 26 games... Read More.

Carmi Police Arrest Three Over Weekend

Monday, November 18 by Jc Tinsley

50-year-old Dale McLain will be in White County court Monday morning. He was due in court for Pre-Trial Hearing in relation to his June arrest on charges of Attempted Arson, Domestic Violence, and Assault. If he had any thoughts of missing that court date,... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – November 18, 2024

Monday, November 18 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports RecapOne week from tomorrow the Carmi-White County Boys Basketball team will tip off the 2024 season as they host the Gallatin County Hawks at McDougal-Evers Gymnasium. The Bulldogs are coming off a 24-8 season, and they will bring back 3 of... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – Greater Wabash Food Council – Farm to School Initiative

Friday, November 15 by Jc Tinsley

The Greater Wabash Food Council is working with local farmers and school systems to bring locally grown food to public school lunch trays, food pantries, and more. Trisha Bellmore drops by Open Line to talk with Jc about the initiative, how it works, and... Read More.

Carmi Police Arrest Two; Local Man on FTA, Kentucky Man on Domestic Battery Charge

Friday, November 15 by Jc Tinsley

A Robards, Kentucky man is facing a misdemeanor charge of Domestic Battery. Carmi Police say they investigated an incident that occurred Monday at the Stewart Street apartment complex. Just before midnight Thursday, authorities placed 25-year-old Ethyn Hicks under arrest after allegedly leaving a 3-year-old... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – November 15, 2024

Friday, November 15 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports RecapThe Carmi-White County Girls Basketball team will begin the 2024-2025 season next Thursday at home as they host Lawrenceville.The Lady Bulldogs are coming off a 26-6 campaign, which included their first Black Diamond Conference Championship in 15 seasons. Eric Dixon can... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – November 14, 2024

Thursday, November 14 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports RecapThe Black Diamond Conference released their 2024 Volleyball All-Conference team yesterday.Caroline Simmons was named Conference MVP, and Lauren Burzynski was named Co-Captain along with Emmy Goering from Edwards County. Jaya Smith, Ashlyn Rager, and Riley Roark were also named to the BDC... Read More.

Keown Arrested

Wednesday, November 13 by Nicole Behnke

Late at night on November 11th, a White County Sheriff's Deputy noticed a woman at the Road Ranger driving illegally. The officer called dispatch and received confirmation. The driver, Tara Keown, left the gas station and drove towards a County Road, where the Deputy followed and... Read More.