JSD117 Paraprofessional Perishes In Single-Vehicle Crash in Rural Jacksonville Thursday Morning
By Benjamin Cox on October 31, 2024 at 11:08am
A Jacksonville School District 117 employee passed away Thursday morning in a single-vehicle car crash on the east side of Jacksonville. The Morgan County Coroner’s Office reported that the crash happened at approximately 2AM on Strawns Crossing Road at Wohlers Road. For an unknown reason, the vehicle left the roadway and the driver was ejected. […]
More Forensics, Graphic Photos/Videos Presented on Third Day of Rodhouse Trial
By Benjamin Cox on October 31, 2024 at 8:45am
The third day of the Austin Rodhouse trial in Pike County heard more forensic testimony for the state’s case. WGEM and Muddy Rivers News report that Criminal Intelligence Analyst with the Illinois State Police Jared Sample provided how the State Police pieced together digital evidence extracted from electronic devices owned by Rodhouse and his wife […]
Sheriff’s Deputy Impersonation Scam Circulating in Sangamon County
By Benjamin Cox on October 31, 2024 at 8:44am
The Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public about a scam circulating that has someone impersonating a supposed representative of their office. The Sheriff’s Office warns residents of a caller identifying as “Deputy Craig Law” who said he works with the office. The caller then tells victims they have a warrant out their arrest […]
Man Pleads Guilty to Charges Connected to Pittsfield Teen’s Death in January
By Benjamin Cox on October 31, 2024 at 8:43am
A Pittsfield man charged in connection to the circumstances that led to the death of a Pike County teenager earlier this year pleaded guilty and was sentenced to prison yesterday in Pike County Circuit Court. 45-year old Dennis L. Shannon of Pittsfield pleaded guilty to Class 4 felony contributing to the delinquency of a minor […]
Former Sangamon Deputy Charged For Murder in Massey Killing Moved To Decatur Jail
By Benjamin Cox on October 31, 2024 at 6:12am
The former Sangamon County Sheriff’s Deputy charged with firste degree murder in the shooting of Sonya Massey in Springfield on July 6th has been transferred to a different jail. 30-year old Sean P. Grayson has been moved from the Menard County Jail in Petersburg to the Macon County Jail in Decatur as of last week. […]
Sordid, Grisly Details of Abuse, Sexual Servitude, and Child Abuse Heard on First Day of Rodhouse Trial in Pike Co.
By Benjamin Cox on October 31, 2024 at 6:08am
The trial of a Pleasant Hill man originally charged with 48 felony counts of sexually assaulting his wife and sons opened in Pike County Court yesterday. A warning to listeners, this story contains graphic content, discretion is advised. WGEM & Muddy River News report that Pike County Assistant State’s Attorney Leecia Carnes did not mince […]
Scott Co. Sheriff’s Deputy Arrested for Alleged DUI, Hit & Run Crash in Jacksonville
By Benjamin Cox on October 31, 2024 at 6:00am
Morgan County Sheriff’s Deputies and Jacksonville Police arrested an off-duty Scott County Sheriff’s deputy early yesterday morning after an alleged hit & run DUI crash. Jacksonville Police dispatch received a report of a hit & run in the 800 block of West College Avenue just before 1 o’clock yesterday morning. Upon arrival and subsequent to […]
Jacksonville DMV Reopens in Lincoln Square after “One-Stop-Shop” Renovations
By Benjamin Cox on October 31, 2024 at 5:55am
The Illinois Secretary of State has upgraded its Jacksonville DMV to a “One-Stop-Shop” design, improving the customer experience through reduced wait times and increased efficiency. The renovation also includes updated signage to create a more logical flow and help customers know where to go. The Jacksonville DMV, located at 901 W Morton Ave #13, is […]
Mt. Sterling’s Dorothy’s Market Temporarily Closed After Small Fire
By Benjamin Cox on October 31, 2024 at 5:51am
A Brown County grocery store will be closed for next few weeks after a small fire. According to Dorothy’s Market in Mt. Sterling, a small electrical fire occurred in one of their chest freezers last Wednesday. No injuries have been reported. No estimate on cost of damages has been given. The fire was contained quickly […]
Ultimate Frisbee Tourney Coming to Jacksonville Community Park
By Benjamin Cox on October 31, 2024 at 5:48am
Jacksonville residents will have the chance to experience an ultimate frisbee tournament at the end of next month. The Jacksonville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau has announced that Spirit Fowl in partnership with Illinois Ultimate will be hosting a 4-6 team Ultimate Frisbee Tournament on November 29th in Community Park from Noon to 5PM. The […]