Carlyle, IL

(CARLYLE) The Clinton County Sheriff’s Department has released details on a fatal head-on crash that occurred this past Sunday afternoon, shortly after 4:00, on U.S. Route 50, at the Shoal Creek Bridge, between Breese and Beckemeyer. Authorities report 19 year old Gage Rollinson from Sandoval was eastbound on Route 50 when he lost control of his car after driving through some standing water and hydroplaning. The car spun 180 degrees and crossed into the westbound lane where it was rear-ended by a pickup truck, driven by 43 year old Oscar Emilio Sanchez-Ferrera of Rockford. Rollinson and a front seat passenger, 11 year old Adler Waterbury, also from Sandoval, were both pronounced deceased at the scene of the accident, while a back seat passenger, 18 year old Caleb Calhoun from Sandoval, was airlifted to a St. Louis hospital. The truck driver and a 15 year old juvenile passenger were not injured. Emergency personnel from Clinton County assisted the ISP at the crash site.

A 26-year-old Salem man has been sentenced to eight years in prison after pleading guilty in Marion County Court Tuesday to unlawful delivery of five to 15 grams of methamphetamine. As part of the plea agreement, two other felony charges pending against John Phillips of Lynnwood Drive were dropped. They...

CLINTON COUNTY, IL — Authorities have released the names of two Sandoval residents killed in a two-vehicle crash Sunday night that sent a third resident to a St. Louis area hospital for treatment of serious injuries. Clinton County Coroner Phillip Moss confirmed that 11-year-old Adler Waterbury and his big...

Adler William Waterbury, 11, of Sandoval passed away Sunday, May 15, 2022. He was born on June 11, 2010, in Breese. Adler was a student at Sandoval Grade School where he made many good friendships and looked forward to recess. He loved to play sports and made quite the impression playing shortstop for his baseball team. Adler was a great team player with a never quit attitude whether he was helping get the runners out from shortstop or going in for two points in basketball. He had musical talents, playing trombone, and laying down a good beat as he was learning to play the drums. Adler was a gamer that celebrated victory royales while playing Fortnite. He excitedly watched wrestling, amazed at all the awesome wrestling moves the wrestlers used. He was a social butterfly who made friends easily and his loyalty could always be counted on. Adler brought so much light and joy to all those who knew and loved him as he was a true shining star. He will forever be remembered, as his life left an impact that can never be forgotten.

Melanie Kaye Manning, age 72 of Salem, passed away at her home on Monday, May 16, 2022. Melanie was born on December 23, 1949, in Salem, the daughter of Raymond and Rosemary (Farthing) Barham. She married Barry Manning on January 2, 1999, at the Odin Christian Church and he survives in Salem.

Gage Ian Rollinson, 19, of Sandoval passed away Sunday, May 15, 2022. He was born on February 14, 2003, in Breese. Survivors that will remember Gage’s love for his family and friends include his parents Ashley and Ricky Niepoetter of Sandoval; grandparents Kim and Tim Starr of Sandoval, Donna and Rick Niepoetter of Sandoval, and Misty and Mark Rollinson of Centralia; great-grandfather Bert Rollinson of Centralia; siblings Rheagan, Trinity, Raider, and Arah; girlfriend Angel Reynolds; special friends Kaleb, Caden, Jerry, Reid, and Gordo; and a host of many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Hershel “Junior” Dwight Jones, Jr. of Centralia, IL, passed away peacefully with his Daughter and Son by his side on May 16, 2022, at the age of 79. Junior was born May 7th, 1943 to Hershel “Dwight” Jones, Sr. and Elsie Anna (Torricelli) Jones. He married Shirley Ann (Orric) Jones on June 19th, 1965.

When police arrived, multiple vehicles scattered at a high rate of speed. “Eventually shots were fired,’’ Capt. Jesse Phillips

An O'Fallon woman was charged Friday with the attempted kidnapping of a 22-month-old boy.

GREENVILLE — Officials at Greenville University on Friday held groundbreaking ceremonies for two construction projects. With the sounds of the Men’s and Women’s Track and Field NCCAA National Championships in the background, members of the Robert “Ish” Smith family and the W. Richard Stephens family, along with representatives from Greenville University and the City of Greenville, broke ground at the site of the future athletic building at the John M. Strahl athletic complex along Elm Street.

O'FALLON, Ill. -- Police officers are known for showing up when you need them most, and some Metro East police officers showed up in a very special way for a senior on her prom night.

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department reports a large amount of methamphetamine was seized following a Friday traffic stop on Route 37 at the East Middle Road intersection. The department reports that 38-year-old Anthony Mannino of Montgomery, Illinois was initially stopped due to poor driving habits. The subsequent investigation revealed...

Tarr is charged with three counts of first degree murder in the shooting death of his ex-girlfriend.

A large crowd jammed into Franklin Park Middle School gym Tuesday night to watch the 110 8th graders receive their diplomas. Student Speaker Finley Puricelli noted how simple things were in kindergarten and how through education their lives have been full of change and noting thankfully their dreams can change as well.

There were 136 eighth grade students promoted during graduation activities Tuesday night at Centralia Junior High School. Superintendant Craig Clark commended the teachers and staff for all of their work in getting students to this point and also recognized a number of retirees for their years of service. The student...

Bobby P. Campbell, age 86 of Odin, passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2022, at Centralia Manor. Bobby was born on July 24, 1935, in Adair County, Kentucky the son of Raymond and Avis (Page) Campbell. He married Faye Sparks in 1955 in Columbia, Kentucky and she preceded him in death on April 9, 2020.

A 30-year-old resident of a CILA home on the Selmaville Road in rural Salem was formally charged in Marion County Court on Monday with aggravated battery to a staff member. Laurence McCullan is accused of impeding the breathing of a female employee by applying pressure to her neck. McCullan was...

The 2a prep track sectionals will begin today. Mascoutah is the site for the Centralia Orphans and Mt Vernon Rams. They join Freeburg and Columbia as well. In 1a boys track at Chester, Breese Mater Dei will join schools along with Carlyle and Nashville. At Fairfield, Christ Our Rock will run with North Clay and Flora as part of the field. At Newton the field includes teams from Altamont, Patoka, Vandalia and St Anthony.