Blagojevich: House Democrats would’ve impeached Lincoln, too
FILE – In this March 15, 2012 file photo, former Democratic Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich departs his Chicago home for Littleton, Colo., to begin his 14-year prison sentence on corruption charges. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File) CHICAGO
Home invasion, death being investigated in Jackson County
CARBONDALE, Ill. (WJPF) — The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a 17-year-old male, believed to be connected to a New Year’s Day home invasion. Sheriff’s Deputies responded just before 7:00 PM Wednesday to
Illinois sees first legal sales of recreational marijuana
CHICAGO (AP) — The sale of marijuana for recreational purposes is now legal in Illinois. The change took effect with the new year, to the delight of pot fans. Many began lining up hours early at dispensaries.
Pedestrian killed in Metropolis
Illinois State Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run accident in Metropolis. 48-year-old Jackie D. Laird of Metropolis was walking down Butler Street just after 6:30 p.m. Tuesday when he was struck by a passenger vehicle traveling south.
Kentucky coach resigns
The Kentucky high school coach who was arrested by Carbondale Police on a DUI charge over the weekend has resigned. A letter of resignation was received Wednesday by St. Mary school officials in Paducah from 31-year-old Wes