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Illinois has a new governor

Illinois has a new governor.   J.B. Pritzker was sworn in yesterday; his oath of office was at noon.   Pritzker has said the first actions he’ll take as governor is to become a member of the US Climate Alliance.   He has also advocated on behalf of a minimum wage hike.   The new […]

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Suspect taken into custody on controlled substance charges in McCracken County

A suspect’s been taken in on possession of a controlled substance following a traffic stop.   18-year-old Jacob Feltner of Paducah has also been charged with careless driving and is also believed have been in possession of meth.   Officers also found drug paraphernalia.   He’s been taken to the McCracken Regional Jail.

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Woman identified in Franklin County death investigation

A woman has been identified in an investigation into her death in Franklin County.   30-year-old Brandy Hughes was found in the western part of Zeigler by ATV drivers.   An autopsy has been performed.   The investigation is ongoing. Call the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office at (618) 438-4841.

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Mt. Vernon police seek bank robbery suspect

Mt. Vernon police are seeking a bank robbery suspect in connection to an incident at Fifth and Third Bank. A man fled on foot following the robbery. The suspect is described as wearing a black hat, a white shirt, blue jeans, and a camouflage coat. Officers responded to word of the incident on Broadway in […]

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