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McLeansboro Police Department’s K9 Polo to get Donation of Body Armor

Tuesday, April 29 by Jc Tinsley

McLeansboro Police Department, IL, K9 Polo will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Polo’s vest was sponsored by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. and will be embroidered with the... Read More.

Public Outcry Following Sentencing Prompts Statement from Carmi Police Chief

Thursday, April 24 by Jc Tinsley

A slew of calls and messages inundated Carmi Police Chief Jason Carter following at least one in particular of Wednesday’s White County court sentencings. That prompted a press release Thursday in which the city’s top law official says the police aren’t typically involved in... Read More.

Illinois State Police Investigating Child Death in White County

Monday, April 21 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) Zone 8 is conducting a child death investigation in White County. On April 18, 2025, at approximately 12:59 p.m., ISP was requested by the White County Sheriff’s Office to assist in the death investigation... Read More.

Carmi Police Arrest Four over Holiday Weekend

Monday, April 21 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi woman is due in court following her arrest Thursday evening. Carmi Police say they picked up 27-year-old Natalie Sword at the intersection of Fair and 11th just after 6:30pm Thursday. She was pulled over, according to the report, for driving with an... Read More.

Carmi Police Make Two Arrests on Saturday

Monday, April 14 by Nicole Behnke

Up first was 35-year-old Colton Shelow. A signed complaint regarding Shelow was turned in to the Carmi Police. After police spoke with Shelow, he was arrested and transported to the White County Jail. He is facing four citations: Possession of a Controlled Substance, Violation... Read More.

Carmi Police Arrest Two on Monday

Tuesday, April 8 by Nicole Behnke

During a separate call for service, a Carmi Officer identified Beverly Newman, who was known for an active White County Warrant for Obstructing Justice, Reckless Driving, and Leaving the Scene of an Accident. Newman was promptly arrested and transported to the White County Jail.... Read More.

Carmi Police Respond to Assault Thursday; Apprehend Burglar Early Friday

Friday, April 4 by Jc Tinsley

A 911 call Thursday afternoon just after 4pm led Carmi Police to 614 Illinois Street where the caller advised an assault had just occurred. There, officers arrested both 40-year-old James Warren and 33-year-old Nathan Johnson. The men, neighbors are both back out on pre-trial... Read More.

Former Wayne City Police Chief Pleads Guilty to Corruption Charges

Tuesday, April 1 by Jc Tinsley

A former Wayne City police chief appeared in federal court Monday and admitted to selling forfeited items confiscated by the department for his personal benefit.Read more at Former Southeastern Illinois Police Chief Faces Federal Charges – WRUL-FMAnson Fenton, 46, of Belle Rive, pleaded... Read More.

Carmi Police Make DUI Arrest Saturday; Criminal Trespass with Warrants Arrest Friday Morning

Monday, March 31 by Jc Tinsley

A Norris City woman is behind bars after officers say she drunkenly and repeatedly rammed her vehicle into her husbands truck while he was at work Saturday. Officers say they responded to a 911 call just after 3pm at the Vibracoustic East location... Read More.

Grayville Hires New Police Officer; Tackles Several Issues Over Hour Meeting Monday

Tuesday, March 25 by Jc Tinsley

Grayville is getting a new police officer. Monday evening, after emerging from a 10 minute executive session, leaders voted unanimously to hire Zach Coale to join the force effective May 1st. Coale will presumably be filling a role left following the firing of officer... Read More.