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Two former Centralia residents killed in side-by-side crash in rural Ava

Two former Centralia residents who now reside in Murphysboro were killed in an early Thursday morning off-road side-by-side crash near Ava in rural Jackson County. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department identifies the two as 35-year-old Alex Auld and 35-year-old Kelsie Blue. A third person, 62-year-old David McCaleb, also of Murphysboro, was airlifted from the scene to a St. Louis area hospital for treatment. The department reported he was last listed in serious but stable condition.

Murphysboro, IL · 17h
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Centralia Police make arrest in connection with shots fired into home in June

Centralia Police have made an arrest in connection with shots fired into a home on the 1200 block of McKee Street in June. 18-year-old Sincer Rogers of McKee Street in Centralia was arrested Thursday night when police were investigating a loud music complaint on Devonia Drive. He’s been charged with aggravated discharge of a firearm, armed violence and reckless conduct in connection with the original shooting incident. He’s also been arrested for resisting arrest in an October 31st traffic stop where he was a passenger who successfully ran from the vehicle. Rogers was also arrested for obstructing justice for allegedly giving police a false name while they were investigating the loud music complaint.

Centralia, IL · 2d
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Vandals football season comes to an end with loss at Nashville

The Vandals season came to an end today as they fell behind big early and lose at Nashville, 56 to 27, in round 2 of the Class 2A Playoffs. The Nashville Hornets started off fast in the game as they took the opening kickoff and scored just 2:04 into the game to take a 7-0 lead. After the Vandals went 3 and out on their first possession of game, Nashville then scored at the 5:23 mark of the 1st quarter to take a 14 to 0 lead. Nashville would add another score (although missing the extra point) to make it 20 to 0 at the end of the 1st quarter.

Nashville, IL · 17h
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Orphans & Johnston City Are 11-0….Flyers Rout Visiting St Patrick

The Centralia Orphans are 11-0 and in the IHSA quarterfinals as they advanced past visiting Mt Zion 34-14. Kenny Bratton had TD receptions of 78 and 93 yards from Archie Goewey, who also had a 45 yard TD pass to Jace Barmmeier. Ja’Shawn Staples and Will Stanton had rushing TD’s. Staples has 33 touchdowns on the season. One downside for the Orphans, Staples had to be helped to the locker room towards the end of the game and will will have to see his status heading into next week’s Elite 8 contest. The Orphans could play their 3rd straight home game to open the playoffs if Sacred Heart Griffin beats Metamora today. If the Cardinals win, the Orphans would travel north next Saturday. The game ball was delivered prior to the game by the Air Evac Helicopter.

Centralia, IL · 1d
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Salem Police arrest two for possession of stolen property in storage unit thefts

Salem Police have arrested two people for possession of stolen property in connection with burglaries to storage units at Complete Storage in the 900 block of East Main Street. 37-year-old Kaylee Hanks and 27-year-old Brendan Ruckman were taken into custody after a search warrant was executed Thursday on the Lakewood...

Salem, IL · 2d

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Man tased, arrested after slashing tires on vehicles, including 10 police cars, officials say

MT. VERNON, Ill. (Heartland News) - A man was tased and arrested after slashing tires on vehicles, including 10 police cars, the Mt. Vernon Police Department says. Daniel Artis, 29, of Mt. Vernon was arrested and charged with 10 counts of criminal damage to state supported property, one count of aggravated battery to a peace officer, two counts of aggravated battery to a nurse and one count of armed violence.

Mt Vernon, IL · 1d

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Man charged for slashing tires of 10 police cars in Mt. Vernon, Illinois

A knife-wielding man slashed tires of 10 police cars and confronted responding officers before he was subdued with a Taser in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, authorities say.

Mt Vernon, IL · 1d

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Police Beat for Friday, November 6th, 2026

Marion County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 21-year-old Trevor Bryan of East Boone in Salem for aggravated domestic battery following an incident at a Kell home. The alleged victim was taken to Salem Township Hospital for treatment. Bryan was gone by the time deputies arrived. He was later located by Wamac Police laying in the street. Bryan was transported to the Marion County Jail to await further court action.

Marion County, IL · 2d

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NORTHBOUND I-57/I-64 EXIT RAMP TO ILLINOIS 15 IN MT. VERNON TO CLOSE NOVEMBER 12TH-30TH

Motorists traveling northbound on Interstate 57/64 through Mt. Vernon will need to use an alternate exit beginning Thursday, November 12th, as construction continues at the Illinois Route 15 interchange. According to a construction notice shared Thursday by the City of Mt. Vernon, the northbound Exit 95 ramp to Illinois Route...

Mt Vernon, IL · 1d

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Warren and Karen Stark Pledge $100,000 to RLC Men’s Basketball

INA, Ill. (November 5, 2026) — Prior to tip-off at the Rend Lake College Men’s Basketball home-opener on November 4, the RLC community gathered to celebrate two extraordinary supporters whose ongoing dedication to the college continues to shape the future of Warrior Athletics. RLC alumnus Warren Stark and...

Ina, IL · 1d

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Highland Elementary’s ‘Boo Grams’ promotes communication, inclusion

Reporter • Highland Elementary School’s first “Boo Grams” fundraiser raised more than $1,000 in less than a week, ensuring every student received a Halloween surprise. Highland Elementary School Principal Brooke Krey said initiatives like “Boo Grams” let students develop communication and social skills outside traditional lessons while creating an environment where everyone feels included.

Highland, IL · 2d

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Highland City Council approves estimated 3.92% tax levy increase

Reporter • Highland City Council approved an estimated 3.92% increase in its property tax levy during its Oct. 19 meeting. The proposed increase would generate roughly $202,000 in additional property tax revenue for the city compared with the previous year. The amount would rise from $5,161,357 last year to $5,363,762. The city’s property tax rate is expected to decline by 1.04%.

Highland, IL · 2d

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Illinois Locals Stock Their Freezers at These 10 Old-School Butcher Shops That Beat Supermarket Prices

The first time I walked into a small-town butcher shop in Illinois, I expected a quick stop and walked out with a cooler so full I could barely close the trunk. The meat looked better, the people knew their stuff, and the bundle prices made my usual grocery bill look silly.

Illinois · 1d