Welfare check ends in apparent suicide at Albion Motel
Illinois State Police and Edwards County Sheriff's Office conducted a welfare check at the Albion Motel on September 10. A 40-year-old out-of-state male answered with a firearm and threatened self harm. About 1:50 p.m. he was found deceased from a self-inflicted gunshot. Coroner, police, and state attorney involvement noted. investigation to continue.
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Illinois Real ID rules keep boarding rights through Oct
Illinois licenses and ID cards will be accepted for domestic air travel after the October 10 Real ID extension ends. DHS has assured the secretary of state that current licenses remain valid for boarding until full compliance next year. Spokesman Henry Haupt says people do not have to worry.
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Florence death toll climbs as floodwaters rise in North Carolina
Rescue teams using helicopters, boats, and heavy vehicles battled Florence’s shore line onslaught as inland flooding looms. The death toll reached eight with rivers nearing record levels and more than 2 feet of rain already fallen. Gov. Roy Cooper warned of life-threatening floodwaters while evacuations expanded toward the Cape Fear and Little rivers.
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Southern Illinois man gets 67 years for wife's death
Brian Pheasant of Christopher was sentenced to 67 years after a Franklin County jury found him guilty of first degree murder in the Oct 31 2016 slaying of Beth Pheasant. Prosecutors said he killed his wife after learning of her affair and must serve 100 percent of the term.
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Trooper in a Truck safety push reaches Illinois roads
Illinois State Police and the Illinois Trucking Association launched a safety initiative called Trooper in a Truck to curb distracted driving. Troopers ride in commercial vehicle cabs on I-55 I-57 and I-70 to spot violations and alert units ahead. The campaign urges drivers to drop calls and pull over before texting or talking on a cellphone.
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Rauner’s cautious embrace of Trump aims at re election
Gov. Bruce Rauner navigates a tight re election path as he leans on Trump era policies while publicly distancing from the president. A July veto of a student loan protections bill drew DeVos praise of school choice, and lawmakers later overturned it. The race features ads pressuring Rauner over Trump ties, with analysts noting his balancing act between conservative support and moderate votes.
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Village Board Considers Follow Up Letter On Violations
Trustee Charles Stoltz reports debris on one property and notes past letters from the village lacking attorney urgency failed to prompt action. Grounds Trustees agree Kelli Storck, village attorney, may send a follow up letter. Officials mull sheriff notice to compel compliance and note a ditch on Mulberry Street with plants growing, previously reported.
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