Southern Illinois Economy

Carbondale ranks 67th in economic strength and 74th overall, placing it in the top 10 percent nationally.

Carbondale residents now have more options when it comes to purchasing cannabis with the opening of Carbondale Dispensary.

After sitting idle for more than two and a half years, the only gas station in Cobden is pumping fuel again.

The City of Carbondale offered winter food boxes to the community. The boxes were filled with fresh food donated from Cusumano & Sons.

On a recent episode of the Office Hours podcast hosted by SIU System President Dan Mahony, the topic focused on how SIU supports business development and the next generation of entrepreneurs.

The Dome at the Oasis Sports Complex in Marion is a first-of-its-kind sports facility.

SIU-Carbondale Chancellor Austin Lane joins us for his monthly visit.

SIU-Carbondale's economic impact is $2.7 billion.

The 3-day tour wraps up on Friday.

Carterville casino was authorized by 2019 law expanding Illinois’ gambling industry