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Carmi Man Sentenced Tuesday To Illinois Department Of Corrections

Wednesday, September 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

A 23 year old Carmi man will spend some time in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Tuesday, in White County Court, Judge T. Scott Webb sentenced Anthony W.E. Parrish to 4 years in the Department of Corrections to be followed by 1 year of... Read More.

Illinois State Police Announces August Activity And Enforcement

Monday, September 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois State Police District 19 Interim Commander, Lieutenant Lance Hinkle, announced activity and enforcement figures for the month of August. Troopers in District 19, which includes Wabash, Edwards, Wayne, White, Hamilton, Saline, and Gallatin Counties, recorded 1,503 incidents during the month.Enforcement activity consisted of... Read More.

Healy Among 80 Volunteers Elected to Illinois 4-H Hall of Fame

Thursday, September 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Holly Healy, a standout at pretty much every position she’s held in her professional career has added one more honor to an already distinguished resume. The Norris City woman is now a Hall of Fame member following her recent induction by the Illinois... Read More.

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Illinois Awards First Licenses to Sell Recreational Marijuana

Friday, August 30 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois has awarded its first licenses to businesses that will be allowed to sell recreational marijuana when it becomes legal in the state next year. Regulators have announced five medical marijuana dispensaries where residents will be able to buy small amounts of pot beginning... Read More.

Illinois S3DA Proving a Popular Stop at the Fairgrounds this Week

Friday, August 9 by Jc Tinsley

If you head out the White County Fair, and actually make it past the Malone’s Taffy stand, there are some new things to see along with predictable traditions. Sure, there’s the republicans and democrats peddling popcorn and 50 cent sodas, and the Lion’s Dunkin... Read More.

Illinois Joblessness Down and Payrolls Up for June

Friday, July 19 by Jc Tinsley

The state jobless rate for June came in at 4.3%. That’s down from 4.4% in May. Illinois Department of Employment Security spokesperson Sam Salustro says payrolls increased by more than 11 thousand.“In June, we saw job growth remain pretty strong here in Illinois. We’ve... Read More.

Illinois Senate could Vote on Fingerprinting for FOID this Fall

Friday, July 19 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Senate could take action on a measure to require Illinois residents to submit fingerprints to get a Firearm Owners Identification card when lawmakers return this October. A Second Amendment advocate is urging police groups to oppose the bill. Senate Bill 1966 passed the House... Read More.

Coal Tycoon with Southern Illinois Mines Dies in Helicopter Crash

Friday, July 5 by Jc Tinsley

A West Virginia coal tycoon with ties to the Tri State died unexpectedly yesterday. Chris Cline, self made billionaire and founder of Foresight Energy, along with his daughter died when a helicopter they were in crashed off the coast of Nassau in the Bahamas. ... Read More.

Illinois Ag Department Working to Get Regulatory Framework Ready for Pot

Tuesday, July 2 by Jc Tinsley

The state’s agriculture department is working to get the regulatory framework up and running for the adult-use recreational cannabis law. After Gov. J.B. Pritzker enacted the measure last week, legal sales of recreational cannabis for adults 21 and older are expected to begin Jan. 1.... Read More.

Governor in Southern Illinois Today Hailing Gambling Expansion and Infrastructure Improvements

Tuesday, July 2 by Jc Tinsley

A gambling critic said the state could lose a bet on how many jobs will be created by expanding Illinois’ gambling industry. While state officials expect to see more gambling revenue, that revenue could come with additional problems. Along with the infrastructure bill that doubles the... Read More.