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Two killed in Westfield crash involving undocumented immigrants; driver faces manslaughter charges

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 27, 2025

On the night of October 24, 2025, a head-on vehicle collision west of Westfield, Illinois resulted in the deaths of two U.S. citizens and left two others with life-threatening injuries.

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In 2023-24 school year, white students had highest representation in Cumberland County schools

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 27, 2025

In Cumberland County schools, there were more white students than any other individual ethnicity in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Oakland Fire Protection District trustees face legal proceedings over alleged misuse of funds

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 27, 2025

Multiple articles have been published to highlight the illegal spending by former Oakland Fire Protection District Trustee Kyley Willison, who has since been convicted.

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2024: 4 coaches at institution in Richland County earned on average $43,388

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 26, 2025

The average coaching salary at Olney Central College, the only institution paying coaches during 2024 in Richland County, was $43,388, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

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Shelby County schools: Which ethnicity was most represented in 2023-24 school year?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 26, 2025

The most prevalent ethnicity in Shelby County student body in the 2023-24 school year was white, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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This week's religious gatherings in East Central Illinois : Oct. 26 - Nov. 1

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 26, 2025

The following religious meetings are scheduled to happen in East Central Illinois this week.

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Four Campton Hills police officers indicted on multiple felonies over firearm sales

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 26, 2025

Four current and former police officers from Campton Hills, Illinois, have been indicted on a total of 70 felony counts related to the unlawful sale of confiscated firearms.

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Family and kids activity scheduled in East Central Illinois for Oct. 26 - Nov. 1

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 26, 2025

Don't miss out on this family and kids event happening in East Central Illinois this week.

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Illinois Route 133 set for $35 million refurbishment under Rebuild Illinois plan

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 26, 2025

Illinois Route 133 is scheduled for a significant refurbishment in 2026, covering the stretch from the Coles/Douglas County line west to Arcola.

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Illinois State Police cite burden in responding to Dolson Township FOIA; clerk resigns

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 26, 2025

The Illinois State Police (ISP) have responded to a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request regarding Dolson Township in Clark County.

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Bolingbrook officer involved in road rage incident receives reprimand but faces no charges

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 26, 2025

An off-duty Bolingbrook Police Officer, Sal Davi, was involved in a road rage incident in Oswego, Illinois, in February.

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Coles County State's Attorney faces continued legal scrutiny after failed motions to dismiss

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 26, 2025

A federal lawsuit involving the Coles County State’s Attorney’s office, a staff member, and former Assistant State’s Attorney Brady Allen has returned to the circuit court of Coles County.

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ICE agent criticizes Chicago leaders over cooperation with federal immigration enforcement

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 26, 2025

An ICE agent has criticized Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, claiming their policies are making immigration enforcement more dangerous for federal agents and the public.

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Home sales in Crawford County during week ending Oct. 18

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 25, 2025

There were five reported residential sales in Crawford County in the week ending Oct. 18, according to BlockShopper.com.

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2024: 43 coaches at institutions in Coles County earned on average $56,434

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 25, 2025

The highest average coaching salary among institutions in Coles County during 2024 was $62,085 at Eastern Illinois University, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

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This week's school event in East Central Illinois : Oct. 26 - Nov. 1

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 25, 2025

The following school event is scheduled to take place in East Central Illinois this week.

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Clay County: White students were most represented ethnicity in 2023-24 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 25, 2025

In Clay County schools, there were more white students than any other individual ethnicity in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Horizon Health paramedics receive national award for lifesaving response

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 24, 2025

Three paramedics from Horizon Health have been recognized at the national level for their response to a heart attack emergency earlier this year.

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Paris Community Hospital Volunteers announce Christmas gift shop open house and raffle

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 24, 2025

The Paris Community Hospital Volunteers are organizing a Christmas gift shop open house on November 4 and 5.

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Effingham County: White students were most represented ethnicity in 2023-24 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 24, 2025

The most prevalent ethnicity in Effingham County student body in the 2023-24 school year was white, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.