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Illinois State Police Announces Results of an Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrol

Thursday, January 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Carmi – Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 Interim Commander, Lieutenant Lance Hinkle,announces the results of an Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrols (OREP) held in White and Saline Counties during December. This OREP provided extra patrol coverage for the ISP so officers could focus on... Read More.

State and Local Officials Urge Residents to Plan for Spring Flooding Now

Monday, January 6 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The National Weather Service says wet ground conditions mixed with higher than normal river levels could lead to flooding in Illinois this spring. State and local officials are urging residents to plan for spring weather emergencies now. The Illinois Department of Insurance recommends residents... Read More.

Illinois State Police Squash Rumor About Marijuana and FOID Cards

Monday, January 6 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Illinois State Police are trying to clear-up a rumor about the state's newly legal marijuana. Troopers say you will not have to give-up your FOID card if you buy marijuana from a dispensary. That rumor took-off last weekend, with even a few state... Read More.

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Secretary of State Offices Closed for New Year’s Day

Tuesday, December 31 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all offices and Driver Services facilities will be closed on Wednesday, January 1st, in observance of New Year’s Day. All offices and facilities will be open for business on Thursday, January 2nd.Individuals can visit the Secretary... Read More.

Illinois State Police Remind Motorists To Move Over

Tuesday, December 17 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois State Police say troopers have issued over six thousand Move Over/Scott's Law violations so far this year. ISP has also lost four troopers this year, with two of those deaths caused when motorists didn't move over or slow down for squad cars on... Read More.

Illinois State Fire Marshal Stresses Safety When Decorating and Celebrating this Holiday Season

Tuesday, December 10 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The holidays are here and that means many will be decorating their homes. Hanging up decorations is fun, but keep in mind, holiday decorations can increase your risk for a home fire. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) more than two of... Read More.

Illinois State Police Conducts Annual Charity Auction

Tuesday, December 10 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois State Police District 19 Interim Commander, Lieutenant Lance Hinkle,would like to announce the results of the 18th annual in-house Charity Auction held at the District 19 Headquarters on Monday, December 9th. Retired District 19 Troopers and current staff, along with local businesses and... Read More.

Carmi-White County High School Announces Illinois State Scholars

Thursday, December 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Carmi-White County High School Principal, Jarrod Newell, is pleased to announce that 6 students from the graduating class of 2020 have been recognized as Illinois State Scholars. The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC), the state agency committed to helping make college accessible and affordable for... Read More.

Illinois State Police Announces October Activity and Enforcement

Thursday, November 7 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois State Police District 19 Interim Commander, Lieutenant Lance Hinkle, announced today activity and enforcement figures for the month of October. Troopers in District 19, which includes Wabash, Edwards, Wayne, White, Hamilton, Saline, and Gallatin Counties, recorded 1,229 incidents during the month.Enforcement activity consisted... Read More.

Illinois State Police to Conduct Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrols

Tuesday, November 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 Interim Commander, Lieutenant Lance Hinkle, announces the ISP will conduct Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrols (OREP) in Wabash, Edwards, and Wayne Counties during November. OREPs allow the ISP to focus on safety belt and child safety seat laws. Illinois... Read More.