Shelby County
Recent News About Shelby County
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Felony charges against Teresa Boehm dismissed in Shelby County
According to the Shelby County Docket, the felony indictment against County Board Member Teresa Boehm has been dismissed.
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Shelby County Board addresses legal compliance in recent special meeting
Members of the past Shelby County Board have been recognized for their adherence to applicable laws, despite criticism on social media suggesting otherwise.
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Shelby County Vice-Chairman's felony hearing reset for December
Shelby County Board Vice-Chairman Teresa Boehm's criminal felony case hearing has been rescheduled for December 23, 2024, at 11:30 a.m. This update follows an Amended Motion to Dismiss and a motion to extend time to file a response submitted by...
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Shelby County faces legal challenge over official compensation compliance
Shelby County is currently facing a legal conundrum regarding the compensation of certain elected and appointed officials.
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Shelby County board member abstains from voting amid conflict concerns
Shelby County Board member Austin Prichard recently faced scrutiny over a conflict of interest concerning his dual roles.
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Shelby County Board elects new leadership amid legal proceedings
After a swearing-in ceremony for newly elected and reelected members, the Shelby County Board convened to elect its chairman and vice-chairman.
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Shelby County State's Attorney appoints counsel for child sex-related cases
Shelby County State’s Attorney Ruth Woolery has appointed a Special Assistant State’s Attorney to handle four child sex-related cases.
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Shelby County dive team faces scrutiny over missing member roster
The Shelby County Dive Team is currently under scrutiny due to the refusal of Dive Commander Austin Prichard to provide a roster of its members, as requested by forensic auditors.
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Shelby County seeks opinion on potential conflict of interest in dual roles
Shelby County State's Attorney Ruth Woolery has sought a legal opinion from the Attorney General's Opinions Bureau regarding potential conflicts of interest.
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Shelby County farm sale bid withdrawn amid legal uncertainties
The Shelby County Farm Sale case recently experienced another hearing, highlighting the absence of legal representation for both the county chairman and the county board.
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Shelby County Farm receives bids exceeding appraised values
A redacted bid for the Shelby County Farm purchase has been released, showing offers that exceed the minimum prices set by the county resolution.
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Watchdogs seek transparency in Shelby County farmland bid case
A petition and motion to intervene have been filed in the Boehm v. Shelby County case, which has delayed the opening and awarding of a bid for county-owned farmland.
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Shelby County Court grants motion to unseal farmland bid
The Shelby County Court has granted a motion by watchdogs to intervene in the Boehm v. Shelby County case.
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Shelby County faces legal complexities over farm sale bid process
According to the judicial docket entry for Shelby County, a judge opened the single bid received for the sale of a farm.
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Shelby County board members re-elected despite social media criticism
The recent elections in Shelby County, Illinois, saw the re-election of former County Chairman Bobby Orman and Vice Chairman Mark Bennett to the County Board.
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Amended FOIA complaint targets Shelby County State's Attorney over handling of dive team funds
In May 2024, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit was filed concerning the handling of donations to the Shelby County Dive Team.
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Shelby County discusses proper use of ARPA funds amid budget concerns
For the past two years, Shelby County has been discussing the allocation and expenditure of ARPA funds.
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Shelby County addresses false Hatch Act violation claim
Shelby County, Illinois, recently convened an emergency meeting to elect a new County Board Chairman and Vice Chairman. During the meeting's public comment session, board member Jeremy Williams addressed a complaint against him alleging a violation of the Federal Hatch Act. The U.S. Office of Special Counsel’s Hatch Act Unit communicated about this allegation, but it was ultimately deemed unfounded.
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Questions arise over handling of child porn case in Shelby County
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request has led to scrutiny over the handling of a child pornography case in Shelby County. The FOIA request, which included media inquiries directed at the Shelby County State’s Attorney, resulted in what was perceived as an improper denial of records. This denial is currently under review by the Attorney General's Public Access Counselor (PAC) office due to alleged violations.
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Shelby County auditor ends contract amid board resignations
After a series of events involving Shelby County's administration, the contracted auditing firm has decided to terminate its agreement with the county. This decision follows a subpoena filed by Shelby County State’s Attorney Ruth Woolery against the auditor, which was later quashed by the court. Additionally, both the County Board Chairman and Vice-Chairman resigned from their positions.