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Edward Massey takes the stand in murder trial

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) — The trial for a Springfield man accused of killing a Chatham woman is underway. Edward Massey is charged with second-degree murder, unlawful possession of a firearm, and possession of drugs in connection with the death of 36-year-old ReKeea Jackson-Mason. Jackson-Mason was pronounced dead in July...

Springfield, IL · 1d
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The State Journal-Register

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Husband of woman fatally shot in 2025 wanted to 'deescalate' situation

SPRINGFIELD, IL -- The husband of a Chatham woman fatally shot in a yard on the southeast side of Springfield in 2025 said he was trying to get her away from a tense situation. But an attorney for Edward Massey claimed the Springfield man fired a gun in self-defense to ward off Mark Mason Jr. and his estranged wife, ReKeea T. Jackson-Mason , after the couple was stabbing him and cutting him. Jackson-Mason, 36 and a mother to three children, died of a single shotgun wound to the left side of her chest. More: 'She was my sunshine': Family, friends remember mother of three fatally shot in Springfield Massey stands charged with second-degree murder and possession of a weapon by a felon. Under the Illinois Criminal Code , a person commits second-degree murder when he or she commits first-degree murder, but "at the time of the killing he or she believes the circumstances to be such that, if they existed, would justify or exonerate the killing…but his or her belief is unreasonable." The shooting happened in a yard in the 1900 block of Holly Drive after several people left Bourbon Street bar in the early morning hours of July 19,

Springfield, IL · 1d

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Largest Signing Day in Glenwood History: Part One – Individuals, Baseball and Cross Country

Glenwood’s 2026 fall signing day was too big to include in just one video. There were 23 signees on Tuesday and we have interviews with the first 11 in part one of our coverage. Sports represented in part one are dance, golf, shooting sports, soccer, basketball, baseball and cross country. The full group of signees in this part are listed below.

Chatham, IL · 1d
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Crime Stoppers seeking tips on Sangamon Co. shooting

SANGAMON COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Crime Stoppers is looking to the public for help after an attempted armed robbery and shooting in Sangamon County left a woman hurt last month. Officer Chris Jones, the Crime Stoppers coordinator for Sangamon and Menard Counties, said the shooting happened around 7:45 p.m. on Oct. 21. A woman was […]

Sangamon County, IL · 1d

WCIA

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Man hurt in Monday night Springfield stabbing; suspect arrested

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — A man was arrested in Springfield after police said he stabbed another man Monday night. The stabbing happened in the area of Jefferson Street and Glenwood Avenue. Jerrod Maddox, a Commander in the Springfield Police Department, said officers responded at 9:47 p.m. to a report of a stabbing, and they found […]

Springfield, IL · 1d

CBS Chicago

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Ole Miss student in viral video has family ties to Illinois car dealer

One of the White students at the center of an allegedly racist video at Ole Miss has a family connection to a major Midwest auto dealership chain.

Illinois · 1h

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Man charged in deadly Springfield DUI crash indicted

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - Ethan Harbour, who has been charged in a deadly DUI crash, has been indicted after being granted pretrial release. Harbour was arrested on October 14 for a crash at North 11th and East Madison streets. The two-car crash left one person dead and two others seriously...

Springfield, IL · 1d

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Truck driver wanted on three counts of homicide in Illinois taken into custody by Montana troopers with the help of US Marshalls

A truck driver wanted on three counts of homicide was taken into custody on Tuesday morning.  The truck driver was taken into custody on Tuesday, November 10th, 2026 for a 2022 incident involving an unresponsive infant at a truck stop in Illinois, reported Patch News.  According to KTVH, US MArshalls notified lae enforcement in Montana […] The post Truck driver wanted on three counts of homicide in Illinois taken into custody by Montana troopers with the help of US Marshalls appeared first on CDLLife .

Helena, MT · 2h

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IDNR confirms death of mountain lion in southern Illinois

JACKSON COUNTY, Ill. — The Illinois Department of Natural Resources confirmed on Tuesday that a young male mountain lion that had been visiting southern Illinois for the past two months was found deceased. According to the IDNR, a hunter discovered the cat's remains in Jackson County, near the Union...

Jackson County, IL · 3h

The State Journal-Register

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Murder defendant's testimony: 'I was afraid for my life'

SPRINGFIELD, IL -- Edward L. Massey admitted to shooting ReKeea T. Jackson-Mason in the 1900 block of Holly Drive early in the morning of July 19, 2025, but testified that she came at him with a weapon and that "I was afraid for my life." That testimony came on the second day of Massey's second-degree murder bench trial before Presiding Circuit Court Judge John M. "Mo" Madonia at the Sangamon County Complex Nov. 10. Also testifying was Saundra Hayes, Massey's mother, with whom he lived. More: Husband of woman fatally shot in 2025 wanted to 'deescalate' situation Taking the stand for the prosecution was Springfield Police Det. John Larson, the chief investigator on the case. With Massey's testimony, the defense rested. Closing arguments are expected to take place Thursday with court out of session for Veterans Day. Jackson-Mason, 36 and a mother to three children, died of a single gun shot wound to the left side of her chest. Massey, 37, also has been charged with possession of a weapon by a felon. Massey is not related to the family of Sonya Massey , the 36-year-old woman who was fatally shot in her home by Sean Grayson in 2024. On

Springfield, IL · 14h

Country Herald

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Springfield, IL Weather Alert: Storm Risk Wednesday, Freeze Follows Nov 12

Central Illinois could reach 69 degrees Wednesday before colder air brings freezing nighttime temperatures

Springfield, IL · 1d

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Court awaiting evidence in case against man accused of trying to kidnap teen

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - A man accused of trying to kidnap a girl at a Springfield park was back in court Monday. Vontrez Haynes is set to stand trial after previously being deemed unfit to do so. During Monday’s hearing, lawyers requested more time as they are awaiting on evidence...

Springfield, IL · 1d

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We Ranked The Best Barbecue In Illinois And These 7 Smokehouses Made The Cut

Two of the best barbecue joints in Illinois sit inside old train depots. I love that. Brisket and railroad history might be the most Midwestern pairing ever invented. The surprises keep stacking up from there. One Chicago spot has been a South Side standard for over 70 years. A small...

Illinois · 5h

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Most Of These Old-School Steakhouses Closed Years Ago, But This Illinois One Still Serves T-Bones And A Full Buffet

A 16-ounce T-bone and an all-you-can-eat buffet still share the same menu at one Illinois interstate stop. Plenty of families thought that combo vanished along with the restaurants of their childhood. The chain behind it once dotted highways across the Midwest. Most of those locations closed years ago, so finding...

Illinois · 1d

WCIA

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New resolutions introduced in Sangamon Co. to cut down on plastic waste, recall Sheriffs

SANGAMON COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Sangamon County board member Sam Cahnman is trying once again to allow recall elections in Sangamon County. The effort has failed three times before, but Cahnman hopes a new resolution could help convince the board to adopt the measure. The new resolution is hoping to answer a question that has […]

Sangamon County, IL · 6h

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Ask Your Grandparents About These 7 Small-Town Illinois Taverns Still Pouring Beer And Frying Tenderloins

Ask anyone who grew up in Illinois about the best tenderloin they ever had, and the answer usually points to a corner tavern in a small town. These are the places where the sandwich hangs off the bun, the booths have seen a few decades, and the bartender probably knows your uncle.

Illinois · 10h

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SCHEELS Sports Park GM planning for the future

SCHEELS Sports Park General Manager Brandon Doherty said it will take time for the facility to bring the economic infusion to the area that has been promoted. The site, with numerous sports fields and what is billed as the world’s largest air-supported dome, sits on the south end of Springfield off MacArthur Blvd. near I-72.

Springfield, IL · 1d

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Building permits – Nov. 2 to Nov. 8

1999 Partners received a commercial remodel permit for 1999 Wabash Ave. Contractor is RD Lawrence Construction Corp. and the project is valued at $115,000. Springfield Hospital Inc. received a commercial remodel permit for 5230 S. Sixth Street Frontage Road. Contractor is Harold O’Shea Builders and the project is valued at $4.1 million.

Springfield, IL · 9h

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Man who hid wife’s body in trash can for 2 years indicted on federal charges

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - Adam Corbin, the Springfield man accused of hiding his wife’s body for two years and collecting her state funds, was indicted on federal charges connected to stealing her Social Security benefits. Corbin was sentenced Friday on charges related to hiding his wife’s body. He...

Springfield, IL · 1d

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Illinois High School Football Team Tries 104-Yard Field Goal In Rule Loophole

How much faith would you have in your kicker?

Lyons, IL · 1d