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Man Accused of Killing Deputy Sean Riley Gets Arraignment Pushed Back to February

Tuesday, January 25 by Jc Tinsley

The man who stands accused of shooting and killing Wayne County Deputy Sean Riley has now had his arraignment in Wayne County Circuit Court pushed back to February 3rd. 40 year old Ray Tate of Hopkinsville, Kentucky was scheduled to appear via video conference... Read More.

Op-Ed from FBI Director Christopher Wray and Companion Statement from FBI Special Agent in Charge from Springfield, IL David Nanz

Monday, January 24 by Jc Tinsley

While many Americans celebrated the holidays with their families in the final week of 2021, law enforcement kept working. And, tragically, four officers didn’t make it home to their loved ones that week. They were murdered while doing their job keeping others safe. Baltimore Police... Read More.

Homeowner Catches Trespassers Thursday Afternoon

Friday, January 21 by Jc Tinsley

White County law enforcement are looking for 18 year old Kenseth Rountree following a criminal trespass of property complaint signed Thursday afternoon. According to Sheriff’s reports, Rountree and a juvenile were found on the property of Justin Knight in rural Norris City just after... Read More.

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Not So Fast Sonny; 84 Year Old Foils Scam Attempt

Friday, January 21 by Jc Tinsley

A still spry 84-year-old man still has his money despite attempts to defraud he and his wife. White County Sheriff’s Deputies received the narrative report via telephone Thursday afternoon just after 1pm. The man, identified only as a Mr. Williams, says he was contacted... Read More.

Driver Ticketed For No Valid Drivers License After Causing A Crash

Thursday, January 20 by WROY-WRUL News

On January 14th, a Deputy with the White County Sheriff’s Department along with the White County Ambulance Service responded to a two vehicle accident on Epworth Road and County Road 1450 in Carmi. Upon arrival the Officer was notified that there were no serious... Read More.

Area Hunters Can Earn Safety Certification

Wednesday, January 19 by WROY-WRUL News

Area residents will have an opportunity to learn basic principles of safe hunting at the Illinois Department of Natural Resources hunter safety certification course. Participants must attend all 10 hours of instruction to complete the course and receive their safety certification. The course will be... Read More.

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Stephens and Puckett Arrested On Multiple Charges Following A Traffic Stop

Wednesday, January 19 by WROY-WRUL News

Two Carmi men are spending some time in the White County jail after their arrest during a joy ride over the weekend. On Saturday, January 15th, an Officer with the Carmi Police Department initiated a traffic stop on State Street near the Carmi Swimming... Read More.

Barbre Arrested On Warrant For Theft

Wednesday, January 19 by WROY-WRUL News

A Carmi woman was taken into custody on an outstanding warrant Tuesday, January 18th. At around 12:35 PM, an Officer with the Carmi Police Department arrested Alison R Barbre, 41, of 701 N Summit St on a warrant for Theft Under $300. Barbre was booked... Read More.

Georgia Bramlet Has Gym Named After Her At The Carmi White County School Board Meeting

Wednesday, January 19 by WROY-WRUL News

The Carmi-White County School Board met Tuesday night instead of the usual Monday night due to the MLK holiday. Scott Mareing was there and has this report The board approved the renewal of the Ohio and Wabash Valley Regional Vocational System Intergovernmental Agreement. The agreement was... Read More.

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Carmi City Council is Moving Into the New Year

Wednesday, January 19 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi city council meeting held on January 18th, 2022 got things moving for the year. Kathy Sale, a Carmi resident, recently sold her former home and is looking to relocate. Prior to the meeting, a public hearing was held to request a permit for... Read More.

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Man Accused of Killing Deputy Sean Riley Gets Arraignment Pushed Back to February

Op-Ed from FBI Director Christopher Wray and Companion Statement from FBI Special Agent in Charge from Springfield, IL David Nanz

Homeowner Catches Trespassers Thursday Afternoon

Not So Fast Sonny; 84 Year Old Foils Scam Attempt

Driver Ticketed For No Valid Drivers License After Causing A Crash

Area Hunters Can Earn Safety Certification

Stephens and Puckett Arrested On Multiple Charges Following A Traffic Stop

Barbre Arrested On Warrant For Theft

Georgia Bramlet Has Gym Named After Her At The Carmi White County School Board Meeting

Carmi City Council is Moving Into the New Year

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