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Pols & Politics: Could the Herald Minogue-Healey polls signal an upset?
GOP rival Mike Minogue won the two debates by a country mile over Gov. Maura Healey — according to two Herald online polls. Plus: California Gov. Gavin Newsom to stump for Healey
Guest column: Indiana shows states how to stop the Medicaid abuse, protect the care
Medicaid dollars intended for vulnerable children and families are not a slush fund. Every dollar lost to fraud, waste, inflated billing, or care that was never properly delivered is a
Brian Howey column: President Trump’s diesel-grade, bald-faced betrayal of Ukraine
Hoosier farmers are under the diesel gun, with prices skyrocketing to $6.92 a gallon in September, midharvest, thanks to war and choke points in Iran.
Ken de la Bastide column: Will national concerns drive local political contests?
Although President Donald Trump is making campaign appearances in several states in an effort to keep Republicans in control of Congress, there has been no visit announced for the Hoosier
Conditional discharge for 'shock collar' dog cruelty
John W. Leach, in blue, seen in a previous Macon County Court hearing on pet cruelty charges.
Negotiations fail in dead dog animal cruelty case
The case of Berry Blue the pit bull has sparked public outrage and is now headed for a jury trial.
Owner of starved-to-death dog gets probation
Body of pet was found dumped in a ditch after owner tried to evade responsibility for allowing dog to die.
Police investigate sexual video involving woman, dog
Cops say they were given a video showing a Decatur woman engaging in sex with a dog.
Dog sex video leads to Facebook warrants
Police are trying to find out where the disturbing video was shot to determine which law enforcement agency might get to prosecute it.
MacArthur football turning attention to the playoffs after blowout loss at Jacksonville
JACKSONVILLE — MacArthur football came into its regular season finale looking to cement one of its best regular seasons in the program's modern history, and to thrust itself into the playoffs with momentum...
Costumes, conservation meet at Rock Springs Treat Trail
The Macon County Conservation District hosted the Treat Trail this weekend at the Rock Springs Nature Center.
Across political divides, No King rally, GOP backers urge people to vote
Crowds gathered for Decatur’s fourth No Kings Rally of the year, while Republicans meet just hours before, all in an effort to get out the vote.
Herald Poll: Who do you think won the last gubernatorial debate?
It was a fiery debate between Gov. Maura Healey and rival Mike Minogue. Vote in our Herald poll on who do you think won this final debate. Check back and see how others voted.
Herald Poll: Who do you think won the gubernatorial debate?
It was a first look at the two candidates for governor of Massachusetts side-by-side. Now it's your turn to tell us who you think won the debate: Gov. Maura Healey or rival Mike Minogue? Vote here in the Her...
Photos: 2026 WSOY Community Food Drive
See all the images from the 12-hour day of activity at the 2026 WSOY Community Food Drive, benefitting local food pantries.
Food drive a success
Brian Byers announces the results of the WSOY Community Food Drive on Friday, Oct. 2.
Trump says he regrets nominating Gorsuch, Kavanaugh, Barrett to SCOTUS
Trump criticized his conservative Supreme Court picks for decisions that opposed his policies, contrasting their rulings with the liberal justices
Food drive inspires fierce competition among Macon County students
St. Teresa claims top honors for third straight year in WSOY Community Food Drive school competition.
Cops make 2 weapons arrests amid gas station 'parking lot party'
Guns have been the leading cause of death for kids and teenagers in the US since 2020. In 2021, guns accounted for nearly 19% of childhood deaths, roughly 3,600 kids died in gun-related incidents that year....
African American Millikin alumni honored on trail marker
Approximately a dozen African Americans affiliated with the college are recognized on the marker, which was unveiled during a ceremony Saturday morning in front of the University Commons.
Chicago Cubs quickly KO’d from playoffs after bats quiet again in loss to San Diego Padres
Major League Baseball’s best offense in the regular season will be watching the rest of the playoffs from home.
Ex-Trump prosecutor Smith forcefully defends investigations as Republicans assail his team's tactics
Former special counsel Jack Smith has forcefully defended his prosecutions of President Donald Trump and his investigative tactics. He pushed back against repeated Republican efforts to paint him and his
Video: Illinois gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey speaks about data centers during a media event.
Illinois gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey speaks about data centers during a media interview at The Pantagraph. Bailey is running for governor of Illinois.