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WAYNE CITY MAN ARRESTED FOLLOWING LENGTHY BURGLARY AND THEFT INVESTIGATION

A 47-year-old Wayne City man was arrested Tuesday, November 3rd following an extensive investigation into a series of burglaries and thefts in the Wayne City area. According to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, deputies arrested Joseph C. Cannon following a lengthy investigation into reported property crimes in and around Wayne City.

Wayne City, IL · 2d
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FOUR DEFENDANTS SENTENCED IN WAYNE COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT

Four defendants appeared in Wayne County Circuit Court Thursday. 46-year-old Sean M. Dawkins of Clay City pleaded guilty to an amended Class 3 felony charge of unlawful possession of methamphetamine. Dawkins was sentenced to two years of probation and ordered to serve 180 days in jail, with the jail sentence stayed. He was given credit for three days previously served. As part of his sentence, Dawkins was ordered to pay fines and court costs and pay $2,112.57 in restitution to Sierra Bravo Contractors, LLC. He must also complete any treatment or programs required by the probation department, submit to drug testing, and comply with standard probation conditions. Under the plea agreement, another count in the case was dismissed, and a petition to revoke probation filed in a separate 2023 felony case was withdrawn. Dawkins is scheduled to return to court October 3, 2028, at 1 p.m. for a review hearing.

Wayne County, IL · 2d

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TWO CARMI MEN BOOKED INTO WAYNE COUNTY JAIL FRIDAY MORNING

Two Carmi men were booked into the Wayne County Jail early this (Friday) morning. 37-year-old Corey J. Gregg was arrested by Wayne County Sheriff’s Deputies and booked into the jail at approximately 2:26 a.m. Gregg was taken into custody on warrants involving petitions to revoke in Wayne County Circuit Court cases related to possession of methamphetamine and unlawful use of weapons. Jail records also list a charge of unlawful use or possession of a weapon by a felon.

Carmi, IL · 2d
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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 · 16h
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Four injured in crash at US 50 and Iuka Road

Four people were injured in a crash on U.S. 50 and the Iuka Road Thursday afternoon. Marion County Sheriff’s Deputies say an SUV driven by 72-year-old Deborah Ruholl of Eighth Street in Flora was traveling westbound on U.S. 50 when she made a left turn in front of an oncoming eastbound SUV driven by 48-year-old Michael Wasion of North Avenue in Flora. After impact, the Wasion vehicle overturned on its side.

Flora, IL · 2d

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RAY TATE TRANSFERRED TO UNDISCLOSED OUT-OF-STATE PRISON

Convicted murderer Ray E. Tate, who is serving a life sentence for the 2021 killing of Wayne County Sheriff’s Deputy Sean Riley, has been transferred from an Illinois maximum-security prison to an undisclosed correctional facility outside the state. The transfer comes just days after the Illinois Fifth District Appellate...

Wayne County, IL · 2d

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Three arrested following reported burglary in Franklin County

MULKEYTOWN, Ill., (KBSI) — Three men have been arrested following a reported burglary at a rural Franklin County residence Thursday morning. According to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a home in rural Mulkeytown around 10:40 a.m. Nov. 5 after receiving a report of a burglary in progress.

Franklin County, 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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MURDER SUSPECT MEGAN VALENTINE TRANSFERRED TO WILLIAMSON COUNTY JAIL AHEAD OF TRIAL

A woman charged with the murder of her husband, an Edwards County circuit judge, has been transferred from the Wayne County Jail in Fairfield to the Williamson County Jail in Marion. 46-year-old Megan Valentine is awaiting trial on a first-degree murder charge in connection with the November 5, 2024, shooting...

Fairfield, IL · 2d

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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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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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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 · 23h

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CISNE TEEN INJURED IN SINGLE-VEHICLE CRASH ON U.S. HIGHWAY 45

A 19-year-old Cisne man was injured in a single-vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon in Wayne County. The Wayne County Sheriff’s Department investigated the accident, which occurred at approximately 2:50 p.m. on U.S. Highway 45 near County Road 2250 North in Keith Township. According to the crash report, Deegan Riley of...

Wayne County, IL · 2d

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City of Benton, Illinois announces cancellation of Snow Globe Village 2026

BENTON, Ill. — The City of Benton, Illinois is announcing the cancellation of Snow Globe Village, originally set for Nov. 21 and Nov. 22, 2026. "We were looking forward to introducing this exciting new holiday event to our community and sincerely apologize for any disappointment or inconvenience this cancellation may cause," a release from the city states.

Benton, IL · 20h

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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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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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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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Illinois State Police To Conduct Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrols

Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- Illinois State Police (ISP) Troop 9 Commander, Captain Bruce Waggoner, announces the ISP will conduct Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrols (OREP) in Marion, Hamilton, Effingham, and Wabash counties during November. OREPs allow the ISP to focus on safety belt and child safety seat laws. Illinois law requires all vehicle passengers (front and back) to be buckled up!

Wabash County, IL · 2d

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Mt. Carmel rallies from 17 points down, to stun Benton in IHSA Football playoffs

MT. CARMEL, IL. (WFIE) - Watch our exciting high school football highlights of Benton vs. Mount Carmel, in the IHSA Class 3A playoffs, on Saturday!

Mt Carmel, IL · 14h