Predator-Catching Group Helps Lead to Nine Union County Arrests
A nonprofit group that uses online decoy profiles has helped authorities make nine arrests in Union County this year. Operation 17:2 says it poses as underage users and turns evidence over to police when adults allegedly pursue sexual contact. Union County State’s Attorney Tyler Tripp says the operation is legal and does not amount to […]
Read MoreNew Spillway Proposed for Little Grassy Lake
Federal officials are considering a new spillway for Little Grassy Lake after the lake was drained in 2024 because of safety concerns. The Army Corps of Engineers says the preferred option would build a new spillway while keeping the existing basin. Nearly 80 million dollars has already been appropriated for the project. A final report […]
Read MoreWalker’s Bluff Winery Closes Over Property Tax Burden
Walker’s Bluff Winery and Legends in Carterville have closed permanently, with owners blaming rising property taxes. CEO Brad Elders says the property tax bill reached about 194-thousand dollars, forcing the business to lay off 25 employees. The Frenchman’s Widow restaurant in Herrin is also scheduled to close Saturday. Walker’s Bluff opened in 2008 and became […]
Read MoreSemi Crash Spills Diesel on Illinois 13 in Carterville
A jackknifed semi spilled diesel fuel Wednesday morning on Illinois 13 near Samuel Road in Carterville. Firefighters were called to the scene around 9 a.m., and hazardous materials crews responded to clean up the spill. One westbound lane was closed while crews worked, slowing traffic through the area. Drivers were urged to use caution. Fire […]
Read MoreWabash River Expected to Reach Flood Stage
Heavy rainfall across Illinois and Indiana is expected to push the Wabash River above flood stage in parts of Southern Illinois. The National Weather Service forecasts the river at Mount Carmel to rise to about 23 feet by next Wednesday, more than five feet above flood stage. At New Harmony, the river is expected to […]
Read MoreBullet Found at Carbondale Middle School Prompts Investigation
Carbondale Middle School was placed on a temporary hold Wednesday after a single bullet was found inside the building. Principal Jennifer Bunton says police were called immediately while staff searched backpacks and lockers. The investigation was completed by 10 a.m. School officials say no viable threat was found to students, staff or the community. Classes […]
Read MoreSalem High Gym Floor Repaired After Basketball Goal Accident
Temporary repairs have been made to the B.E. Gum Gymnasium floor at Salem Community High School after a new basketball goal fell and damaged part of the court. Superintendent Brad Detering says the company installing the goals paid for the repairs. The floor is expected to be fully sanded and repainted next summer. New lower […]
Read MoreThree Arrested in Salem
Salem Police arrested three people in separate cases. 18 year old Alyssa Adkins of Salem was charged with criminal trespass at Bryan Memorial Park after police say she had been told to stay out. 41 year old Lamont Young was arrested on a Marion County failure to appear warrant. 21 year old Jacob Miller of […]
Read MoreSandoval Considers Ban on Kratom and Nitrous Oxide
Sandoval officials are considering restrictions on synthetic kratom and nitrous oxide after a local family said the products left their 26 year old son disabled. Angie and Steve Gordon told the village board their son suffered neurological damage, balance problems and hallucinations. The board plans to review a proposed ordinance next month. Salem and Kinmundy […]
Read MoreSix Booked Into Jefferson County Jail
Six people were booked into the Jefferson County Jail during the latest reporting period. 36 year old Jack Green and 55 year old Nevern Bergman were arrested on warrants. 39 year old Dana Cosner was also jailed on a warrant. 36 year old Brandon Collins of Pinckneyville was booked for possession of drug paraphernalia and […]
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