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Q2 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Gallatin County?

By T. M. Hodge | Sep 24, 2025

There were two offenders living in Gallatin County who were released on parole during the second quarter of 2025, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by SE Illinois News.

Week ending Oct. 4: 1 inmate sentenced in Wayne County to be released

By N. Y. Riddle | Sep 24, 2025

There was one inmate who was sentenced in Wayne County and is set to be released from prison in the week ending Oct. 4.

Wayne County Education: 23 Black students enrolled in school districts in 2023-24 school year

By E. P. Murray | Sep 24, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 1% of students enrolled in Wayne County school districts identified as Black.

FOIA request sent to Gallatin County Sheriff regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025

By S. T. Dias | Sep 24, 2025

FOIA Request to Gallatin County Sheriff regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.

FOIA request sent to Edwards County Sheriff's Office regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025

By S. T. Dias | Sep 24, 2025

FOIA Request to Edwards County Sheriff's Office regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.

FOIA request sent to Hamilton County Sheriff regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025

By L. E. Sosa | Sep 24, 2025

FOIA Request to Hamilton County Sheriff regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.

FOIA request sent to Wayne County Sheriff regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025

By G. D. Evans | Sep 24, 2025

FOIA Request to Wayne County Sheriff regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.

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Who are the ex-high school stars from Southeast Illinois area competing on Saturday, Sept. 27?

By R. M. Samples | Sep 24, 2025

These former Southeast Illinois area high school athletes are set to compete on Saturday, Sept. 27.

Wayne County taxpayers give $46,421 in Countywide Sales Tax in July

By L. N. Torres | Sep 23, 2025

In July, Wayne County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Q2 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Wabash County?

By T. M. Hodge | Sep 23, 2025

There were five offenders living in Wabash County who were released on parole during the second quarter of 2025, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by SE Illinois News.

Enrollment Analysis: Black students comprised 1% of Wabash County’s districts student body in 2023-24 school year

By E. P. Murray | Sep 23, 2025

In Wabash County school districts, 15 Black students were enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

How many inmates sentenced in Saline County will be released during week ending Oct. 4?

By N. Y. Riddle | Sep 23, 2025

There was one inmate who was sentenced in Saline County and is set to be released from prison in the week ending Oct. 4.

Illinois drivers urged to be cautious as farm equipment increases during harvest

By G. D. Evans | Sep 23, 2025

As the harvest season progresses in Illinois, farmers are spending long hours in the fields, leading to an increase in large agricultural equipment on rural roads.

Former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar dies at age 79

By S. T. Dias | Sep 23, 2025

Jim Edgar, the 38th Governor of Illinois, died on September 14, 2025, at the age of 79 after a battle with pancreatic cancer.

Hamilton County collects $16,854 in Countywide Sales Tax in July

By L. N. Torres | Sep 22, 2025

In July, Hamilton County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Rep. Windhorst discusses taxes and upcoming events in radio interview

By L. E. Sosa | Sep 22, 2025

State Representative Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis) appeared on WJPF Morning NewsWatch this week for an interview with host Tom Miller.

Q2 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Edwards County?

By T. M. Hodge | Sep 22, 2025

There were two offenders living in Edwards County who were released on parole during the second quarter of 2025, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by SE Illinois News.

Saline County Education: 116 Black students enrolled in school districts in 2023-24 school year

By E. P. Murray | Sep 22, 2025

In Saline County school districts, 116 Black students were enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Illinois Department of Corrections to release 1 inmate sentenced in Gallatin County during week ending Oct. 4

By N. Y. Riddle | Sep 22, 2025

There was one inmate who was sentenced in Gallatin County and is set to be released from prison in the week ending Oct. 4.

Wabash Community Unit School District 348 Board of Education met Sept. 22

By Philip Gonzales | Sep 22, 2025

Wabash Community Unit School District 348 Board of Education met Monday, Sept. 22

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