Category Archives: Local News
Centralia man charged with two weapons violations
A 19-year-old Centralia man has been charged in Marion County Court Friday with two felony counts of aggravated unlawful use of a weapon. Erion Jackson of East Kell was charged in Marion County Court ...
Jun 07, 2025
City of Salem to Oil and Chip Streets on Monday
The City of Salem has announced it will oil and chip the following roads on Monday, June 9th, weather permitting. You are asked not to park on these streets after seven on Monday morning until the wor...
Jun 07, 2025
Three hurt in I-57 Crash between Kinmundy and Farina
All three occupants of a vehicle were hurt when it left northbound I-57 between Kinmundy and Farina late Thursday night and overturned. State Police say the three were taken to local hospitals for tre...
Jun 06, 2025
ISP backs bill expanding its mission to investigate internet crimes against children
Director says 'Alicia's Law' would ensure agency's sustained commitment By JADE AUBREY Capitol News Illinois jaubrey@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD - While Illinois State Police has long investig...
Jun 06, 2025 Illinois State Police squad cars are pictured in front of the Illinois State Capitol in 2022 during a 100th anniversary celebration of the agency. A measure headed to the governor would add investigating internet crimes against children to the agency’s core missions. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
Bradford National Bank to Host Spring Shredding Day Saturday in Centralia
Bradford National Bank will be hosting a free secure shredding and recycling day this Saturday, June 7th, from nine to eleven am. The shred truck will be at Bradford National Bank in Centralia, locate...
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Salem Community Band and Choir to Perform "Animation Tunes" this weekend
The Salem Community Band and Choir are presenting it's summer concert this Saturday and Sunday at the Salem Community Theatre. The theme is tunes from animated shows and movies. Show times are seven S...
Jun 06, 2025 Director Matt Webster leads the Salem Community Band in practice at the Salem Community Theatre. Photo by Bruce Kropp.
Salem Family Fun Day in the Park is Saturday
The Salem Family Fun Day in the Park is this Saturday. Salem Recreation Director Jed Casburn says it's a great day to bring the entire family to the park, starting early at the Salem Reservoir. "Our Y...
Jun 06, 2025 Jump Houses provided some of the entertainment at a past Family Fun Day. Photo by Bruce Kropp.
Iuka man injured in single-car wreck on County Farm Road
Marion County Sheriff's Deputies say a 27-year-old Iuka man was injured in a single vehicle rollover crash on the 3900 block of County Farm Road southeast of Salem early Wednesday night. Andrew Pokojs...
Jun 05, 2025
Salem Police arrest Robinson woman who failed to report to prison
Salem Police arrested a 23-year-old Robinson woman who failed to report to prison on a Lawrence County felony conviction. Police say Kyley Benton was one of three suspicious people who were reported t...
Jun 05, 2025
2025 Mt. Vernon Fall Fest Theme Announced: "Small Town, Common Ground"
Mt. Vernon Festivals, Inc. is proud to announce the official theme for the 2025 Fall Fest: "Small Town, Common Ground." The theme is inspired by the city's newest downtown destination, The Commons. Th...
Jun 05, 2025