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By WSIU Staff

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WSIU takes a closer look at issues around the region. From arts and entertainment, to science and nature, the environment, politics, and other topics people are talking about.

Episode Date
Commentary: Mike Baltz Nature Notebook - March
Mar 04, 2026
Office Hours: with SIU System President Dan Mahony
Feb 27, 2026
The World According to Sound coming to SIU
Feb 20, 2026
Office Hours: with SIU System President Dan Mahony
Feb 10, 2026
Commentary: Mike Baltz Nature Notebook - February
Feb 04, 2026
Commentary: Mike Baltz Nature Notebook - January
Jan 07, 2026
Commentary: Mike Baltz Nature Notebook - December
Dec 10, 2025
Federal employees & retirees face higher health benefit costs in 2026
Nov 26, 2025
Commentary: Mike Baltz Nature Notebook - November
Nov 18, 2025
WSIU News Morning Update November 14, 2025 in Carbondale, IL
Nov 14, 2025
Picking out a first car for a new driver
Oct 29, 2025
Commentary: Mike Baltz Nature Notebook - October
Oct 01, 2025
Commentary: Mike Baltz Nature Notebook - September
Sep 10, 2025
A free preparedness event is set for Sept. 13 in Carbondale
Sep 07, 2025
The BBB gives college students advice about watching their finances
Aug 12, 2025
Saluki Hall of Famer Jamaal Tatum reuniting some members of the 2002 and 2007 Sweet 16 teams for a fundraiser
Aug 08, 2025
Commentary: Mike Baltz Nature Notebook - August
Aug 06, 2025
AmeriCorps Seniors Workforce Program launches in Jackson and Williamson Counties
Aug 03, 2025
Office Hours with SIU System President Dan Mahony: Changing College Athletics & Why It Matters
Jul 28, 2025
SIU-Carbondale Chancellor Austin Lane talks about student housing, enrollment, meeting with federal lawmakers and more
Jul 06, 2025
Commentary: Mike Baltz Nature Notebook - July
Jul 02, 2025
Office Hours with SIU System President Dan Mahony: Exploring AI in Higher Ed
Jul 02, 2025
Saluki Hall of Famer Mike Glenn returns to SIU to talk about Black history
Jun 29, 2025
SIU A.D. Tim Leonard talks about the U.S. House settlement reshaping college athletics
Jun 15, 2025
Commentary: Mike Baltz Nature Notebook - June
Jun 04, 2025
Office Hours with SIU System President Dan Mahony: Wisdom for New Graduates
Jun 02, 2025
SIU-Carbondale Chancellor Austin Lane talks about enrollment, Opportunity University designation and Roger Tedrick's legacy
Jun 01, 2025
Meridian Health Plan of Illinois plans to partner with farmers markets to combat food insecurity
May 16, 2025
BBB: Tips for hiring a tree service
May 13, 2025
COMMENTARY: Mike Baltz Nature Notebook - May
May 07, 2025
Illinois arts leaders push for more support
May 04, 2025
SIU Saluki athletic director Tim Leonard talks about a new partnership involving the MVFC, men's basketball and the professionalism of collegiate athletics
Apr 20, 2025
Illinois' state treasurer talks about the importance of financial literacy
Apr 15, 2025
A professor at SIU talks about the impact of tariffs on the supply chain
Apr 14, 2025
COMMENTARY: Mike Baltz Nature Note Book - April
Apr 03, 2025
SIU-Carbondale Chancellor Austin Lane discusses education issues at the federal and state levels as well as the upcoming Southern Illinois Takeover Tour
Mar 27, 2025
Commentary: Mike Baltz Nature Notebook - March
Mar 12, 2025
Commentary: Mike Baltz Nature Notebook - February
Feb 05, 2025
WSIU News Morning Update for Jan 13, 2025 in Carbondale, IL
Jan 13, 2025
Commentary: Mike Baltz Nature Notebook - January
Jan 03, 2025
A design by two Fairfield High School students is a finalist for Illinois' new state flag
Dec 22, 2024
The naughty list: BBB's 12 scams of the holidays
Dec 20, 2024
Beware of holiday delivery scams
Dec 08, 2024
Commentary: Mike Baltz Nature Notebook - December
Dec 04, 2024
SIU assists rural veterans with transition to civilian life through training and research
Nov 11, 2024
Commentary: Mike Baltz Nature Notebook - November
Nov 06, 2024
WSIU News Morning Update for October 31, 2024 in Carbondale, IL
Oct 31, 2024
COMMENTARY: Mike Baltz Nature Notebook - October
Oct 09, 2024
Explaining Nonverbal Learning Disorder from experts at Brehm Preparatory School
Sep 03, 2024
SIU's Day of Giving is right around the corner
Aug 28, 2024
Groundbreaking and block party Saturday will celebrate a donated 3D printed duplex in Cairo
Aug 16, 2024
BBB Tips: Back-to-school shopping
Jul 30, 2024
SIU-Carbondale Chancellor Austin Lane talks about enrollment, bonuses and administrative stability
Jul 28, 2024
Survivor Empowerment Center to host a Back to School Bash for kids in need of supplies
Jul 17, 2024
Saluki Hall of Famer Deanna Price talks about getting back to the world stage for the Summer Olympics in Paris
Jul 02, 2024
SIU-Carbondale Chancellor Austin Lane discusses the Hollywood Takeover, faculty contract talks and more
Jul 01, 2024
The Better Business Bureau warns older adults and caregivers to take safeguards against scams and fraud
Jun 27, 2024
Watch out for job search scams
Jun 20, 2024
A local teen and her dog will head to Europe to compete at the AKC Junior Agility World Championships
Jun 17, 2024
SIU researchers study moral injuries of war, advocate for veterans
Jun 11, 2024
The latest Herbal Medicine Workshop is set for June 22 at Dayempur Farm
Jun 06, 2024
SIU-Carbondale professor named Illinois Researcher to Know
Jun 03, 2024
WSIU News Morning Update for May 13, 2024 in Carbondale, IL
May 13, 2024
BBB tips: How to reduce robocalls
May 09, 2024
SIU-Carbondale Chancellor Austin Lane talks about the Saluki Takeover Tour and more
May 05, 2024
Oasis Sports Complex set to move forward in Marion
Apr 26, 2024
The Better Business Bureau offers tips on avoiding home improvement scams
Apr 18, 2024
The Sale to Fight Hunger is set for April 26 and 27 in Carbondale
Apr 17, 2024
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Apr 13, 2024
NASA EDGE producers talk about their reaction to the 2024 total solar eclipse in Carbondale
Apr 10, 2024
Thousands take in the total solar eclipse at Saluki Stadium
Apr 09, 2024
Southern Seven Health Department is increasing its vaping prevention education for teens
Mar 27, 2024
The Tiny Desk Crashers highlight the southern Illinois music scene
Mar 18, 2024
IDOT urges patience for travelers to southern Illinois for the upcoming eclipse
Mar 12, 2024
NASA EDGE prepares for the total solar eclipse in Carbondale
Mar 11, 2024
Golden Apple works to ease the teacher shortage crisis in Illinois
Mar 04, 2024
BBB Business Tip: How small businesses can create additional revenue streams
Feb 28, 2024
Broken Heart Syndrome Explained
Feb 22, 2024
Dean of SIU's Law School talks about the Simmons' $10 million donation
Feb 06, 2024
BBB Scam Alert: Romance scam dupes daters
Feb 05, 2024
Southern Illinois MLK Community Celebration is set for January 14
Dec 26, 2023
SIU President Dan Mahony on Jewish-Palestinian campus rhetoric, free speech and more
Dec 22, 2023
Better Business Bureau's winterizing tips
Dec 18, 2023
WSIU News Morning Update for December 7, 2023 in Carbondale, IL
Dec 07, 2023
JFK expert John Shaw of the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute on JFK's enduring appeal 60 years after his death
Nov 17, 2023
Donating safely to relief efforts in the Israel-Gaza conflict
Oct 26, 2023
InFocus: SIU President Dan Mahony
Oct 23, 2023
Illinois’ educator workforce weathered pandemic, but issues remain
Oct 18, 2023
WSIU News Morning Update for October 17, 2023 in Carbondale, IL
Oct 17, 2023
WSIU News Morning Update for September 27, 2023 in Carbondale, IL
Sep 27, 2023
A conversation with former U.S. Rep. Cheri Bustos
Sep 21, 2023
How scammers use social media platforms
Sep 12, 2023
COMMENTARY: Mike Baltz explores the history of Green Earth, Inc.
Sep 11, 2023
SIU alum comes back to Carbondale to talk about her time on campus and beyond
Sep 07, 2023
SBDC at SIU hosts a Business Plan Competition for entrepreneurs
Sep 06, 2023
Acclaimed musician Sierra Hull to perform in Paducah, KY
Sep 01, 2023
Tips for people considering debt relief or credit repair
Aug 30, 2023
InFocus: SIU President Dan Mahony
Aug 28, 2023
Tips on hiring a tutor
Aug 23, 2023
SIH presents a program for seniors on the ER process and first aid kits
Aug 21, 2023