Federal drug conspiracy trial implicates county official in Benton
In Benton a federal court trial of confessed drug conspirator James Sharps revealed that Perry County State's Attorney Gerald Sims was implicated for passing along internal information on county drug investigations. The testimony suggested Sims provided insiders details to assist the defense or suspects.
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Illinois governor touts joint regional airport plan for Scott AFB area
Thompson and Gray promote a joint civilian military airport at Scott Air Force Base to boost economic development in Southern Illinois and the St. Louis metro area. A Missouri governor ally backs land acquisition near the base, while Lam bert Airport officials express caution amid concerns over air service. The plan includes a possible four lane Illinois 13 corridor and a broader freight and passenger facility strategy.
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Scott Air Force Base
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Lambert Field
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Cahokia
Giant City Lodge
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Marion
Sims Denies Ties to Drug Ring Amid Testimony Claims
In Southern Illinois, Sims disputes links to a marijuana and cocaine conspiracy. Prosecutors say Ernest Poland pleaded guilty to conspiracy and Sims claims witnesses aim to gain leniency by naming him. She notes rising prices from 292 to 640 per pound and identifies Horatia as a key supplier.
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Horatia
Ernest Poland
Poland
Sims
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Illinois Holds Strong Bridge Safety Record Says DOT
Washington AP Illinois reports fewer substandard bridges than U S overall and better use of federal aid for repair. The DOT study shows 8 243 of Illinois 25 058 bridges are structurally or functionally deficient about 33 percent.
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Illinois Department of Transportation
Ray A. Barnhart
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