The Southern

Immerse yourself in the heart of Southern Illinois with The Southern, your premier digital companion for local news, sports, and entertainment. This digital platform delivers comprehensive coverage, ranging from Carbondale's community happenings to in-depth stories that resonate beyond the region, including opinion pieces, obituaries, and political insights.

With the 'Your Stories' feature, users benefit from a personalized news experience, allowing the tailoring of content feeds to individual interests. Instant notifications for breaking news ensure users stay updated on the latest sports scores, weather forecasts, and more, keeping them informed and connected to the pulse of their community.

Navigating through the interface is seamless; users can effortlessly swipe to access different sections and stories, ensuring they never miss out on newsworthy events. It presents content in multiple formats, whether users prefer reading articles in a traditional News Feed or via the E-edition, watching videos, or listening to striking podcasts.

Customization options enhance the reading experience, from adjusting the text size for visual comfort to the convenience of listening to articles. Moreover, the ability to engage with newsletters, manage personal subscriptions, and revisit stories anytime with a history feature proves useful.

Interaction with content is flexible; favorite articles can be saved for future reference, stories shared across various platforms, and specific topics searched for within it. The continuity of engagement is synchronized across devices, allowing users to pause videos and resume playback at their leisure.

Freely available for download, with subscribers gaining unlimited access to all content, everyone is invited to discover the stories that shape Southern Illinois and keep up-to-date with the game—tailored for insightful local journalism right at your fingertips.