Union County to Set Up Victims Advocacy Office
State grant of 67000 to Union County state's attorney's office funds creation of a prosecution based victims' advocate office. VOCA funds require 25 percent matching, will be spread over two years, with staff hired to assist crime victims.
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Union County receives 67000 Victims of Crime Act grant
Union County will receive a 67000 Victims of Crime Act grant split over two years. The first installment is expected in a couple of weeks and will fund expansion of the victims advocate services in the state's attorney's office. Bigler anticipates hiring a new staffer or moving an existing employee to the new office after funds arrive.
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Boyd Appears in Franklin County Jail Over Missing Marijuana
The report notes 7 to 8 pounds of marijuana were placed in a trash bag and found missing with no forced entry. Richardson faced criticism from Wilson over perceived lax pursuit. Richardson sought the Illinois Attorney General to take over, but the request was denied. Boyd remains jailed in Franklin County on a 75000 dollar bond as Newcomb plans a motion to lower it.
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Carbondale mayoral hopefuls clash at NAACP forum
In a Monday NAACP Carbondale Branch forum at the Bmma C. Hayes Center, candidates Brad Cole and Maggie Flanagan debated city issues. They shared views on economic development, housing, and a proposed Human Relations Commission, with responses on race relations, Iraq policy, and library support. Each defended experience and plans to attract business, increase homeownership, and improve city services while stressing accountability.
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