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Coles County Jail passes compliance inspection for third straight year

The Coles County Jail has been found compliant with all Illinois County Jail Standards for the third consecutive year, following its latest annual inspection by the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC).

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 8, 2025

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Cumberland County taxpayers give $73,620 in County School Facility Tax in June

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 6, 2025

In June, Cumberland County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Clark County residents pay $41,903 in County Sales Tax in June

In June, Clark County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

GoKnights shares soccer, volleyball updates and school announcements for early September

#GoKnights posted soccer and volleyball results along with school announcements on September 4 and 5, 2025.

Arrests made after arson at Vance School under investigation

Arrests have been made following an arson incident at Vance School on the morning of September 4, 2025.

Pritzker faces criticism over comments on crime, immigration policy, and redistricting

Governor JB Pritzker appeared on national television over the weekend, participating in interviews on Face the Nation and Meet the Press.

Chris Miller criticizes governor's approach following rise in Chicago crime

State Representative Chris Miller has spoken out about public safety concerns in Illinois, particularly focusing on crime in Chicago.

Effingham County taxpayers give $247,326 in Countywide Sales Tax in June

In June, Effingham County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Anonymous Facebook page posts fake statements attributed to local judicial officials

Anonymous social media activity has prompted renewed warnings from Edgar County Watchdogs, Inc. regarding the spread of fabricated statements attributed to official sources.

Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School posts early September announcements via #GoKnights

Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School’s Twitter account #GoKnights issued several updates on school events and schedule changes on September 3 and September 4, 2025.

Edgar County Watchdogs dispute police report statement in judge’s DUI case

After reviewing a video recording of Judge Sullivan's recent DUI arrest, questions have emerged regarding the accuracy of statements attributed to him in the official police report.

Crawford County taxpayers give $63,855 in Countywide Sales Tax in June

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 3, 2025

In June, Crawford County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Edgar County Watchdogs' FOIA lawsuit against Shelby County moves forward after dismissal overturned

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 3, 2025

A lawsuit filed by Edgar County Watchdogs, Inc. against Shelby County and its State’s Attorney under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) remains active.

GoKnights shares announcements and sports updates for Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 3, 2025

Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School’s Twitter account #GoKnights posted announcements and athletic results on September 2 and September 3, 2025.

$18,913 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in June for Cumberland County

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 2, 2025

In June, Cumberland County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond's #GoKnights shares fall sports updates for late August and early September

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 2, 2025

Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School’s #GoKnights account highlighted student performances in cross country, volleyball, and JV football with posts dated August 30 and September 2, 2025.

Coles County residents pay $665,425 in County School Facility Tax in June

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 1, 2025

In June, Coles County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Former fire district trustee used public funds for personal insurance expenses

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 1, 2025

A former trustee of the Oakland Fire Protection District, Kyley Willison, used public funds to pay personal insurance bills, according to records from the Coles County State’s Attorney.