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Vaughn Sworn-In as Wayne County Resident Circuit Judge

Wednesday, February 26 by Nicole Behnke

Second Circuit Chief Judge Melissa Morgan is honored to announce that local attorney, Matthew Vaughn has been sworn-in as the Wayne County Resident Circuit Judge. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Wayne County Courthouse in Fairfield where Illinois Supreme Court Justice David Overstreet administered... Read More.

Shinkle Sworn-In as Edwards County Resident Circuit Judge

Wednesday, February 19 by Nicole Behnke

Second Circuit Chief Judge Melissa Morgan is honored to announce that Brian Shinkle has been sworn-in as the Edwards County Resident Circuit Judge. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Edwards County Courthouse where Illinois Supreme Court Justice David Overstreet administered the Oath of... Read More.

Judge Webb Finds Statutes in FOID Card Act Unconstitutional in People vs. Brown

Monday, February 10 by Jc Tinsley

Judge T. Scott Webb Monday morning issued his order and finding in the People of the State of Illinois vs. Vivian Brown. Webb, in a 15 page document, says after analyzing all the evidence in the matter, he finds that Brown’s activity of possessing... Read More.

Arrest Made in Judge Murder

Thursday, November 7 by Jc Tinsley

State Police Zone 8 agents have announced the arrest of 44-year-old Megan S. Valentine of Albion in connection with the fatal shooting death of her husband, Illinois Second Judicial Circuit Judge Michael J. Valentine. She’s being held in the White County Jail on charges... Read More.

Aud Becomes New Associate Judge

Wednesday, January 3 by Nicole Behnke

Denton W. Aud has been sworn in as the newest Associate Judge in the Second Circuit.After serving White County as the State's Attorney for many years, Judge Aud is ready for this new adventure. "I'm extremely humbled and thankful for the confidence that the... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – New Associate Judge Denton Aud

Friday, December 8 by Jc Tinsley

Recently named new Associate Judge for the Second Judicial Circuit, White County States Attorney Denton Aud sits down with Jc Tinsley for a recap of his last 11+ years as the lead prosecutor and what the future holds. Tune in for more. Read More.

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Aud Selected as Next Associate Judge

Thursday, November 30 by Jc Tinsley

Judge Denton Aud. Originally elected as White County States Attorney in 2012, Carmi’s Denton Aud has been named the next Associate Judge for the Second Judicial Circuit. The position was vacant as a result of the recent announcement by Associate Judge Mark Shaner to... Read More.

White County Judge T Scott Webb To Issue Ruling On Lawsuit Against Illinois Assault Weapon Ban

Wednesday, February 1 by WROY-WRUL News

In a serious blow to Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker’s assault weapons ban, the 5th District Appellate Court affirmed on Tuesday Effingham County’s Temporary Restraining Order (TRO), and goes beyond the original 866 plaintiffs in the original lawsuit, and is now binding... Read More.

Judge Denies Request For New Trial For Convicted Murderer Brody Murbarger

Monday, January 16 by WROY-WRUL News

Brody I. Murbarger appeared in Wayne County Court on Friday. In front of packed courtroom Defense Attorney Christian Baril moved for a Motion for a Judgment of Acquittal or a new trial; stating that his client was unable to receive a fair and impartial... Read More.

Second White County Judge Rules FOID Cards Unconstitutional in Brown Case

Thursday, April 29 by Jc Tinsley

A second White County Judge has again ruled calling the Illinois Firearm Owner Identification Card unconstitutional. The ruling sets the stage for the Illinois Supreme Court to reexamine the issue.It’s been 4 years and a month plus since the defendant, Vivian Brown, 53 at... Read More.