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Illinois State Police Working Death Investigation in Albion

Tuesday, November 5 by Jc Tinsley

According to the preliminary investigation the Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 8 was requested by the Edwards County Sheriff Office (ESCO) to assist with a death investigation that occurred on November 5, 2024 at approximately 12:15 p.m.The incident occurred...

Carmi Council Tackles Salaries, Library Roof, Christmas Bonuses and More Monday Night

Tuesday, November 5 by Jc Tinsley

A year ago, Lacey Bradshaw balked on Christmas bonuses for city employees, but not because she wasn’t in favor of them. She said on November 8, 2023 that the $60 plus $5 per year of longevity wasn’t enough. More at

Open Line ON DEMAND – Carmi Chamber of Commerce – November 2024

Monday, November 4 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Chamber of Commerce is ramping up for another busy holiday season. In this episode, we catch up with our November member of the month, Amber Knight on behalf of the 103 Grounded in Grace, discuss the Handbag Binga event, and get your...

Five Injured in Sunday Afternoon Crash Just Outside Carmi

Sunday, November 3 by Jc Tinsley

At approximately 3:00 p.m. on November 3rd, 2024, the White County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to a two vehicle collision on Illinois Route 1 at approximately County Road 1350 North from an automated crash detection from Life360. White County Deputies and Carmi...

White County Republicans to Host Watch Party on Election Night

Thursday, October 31 by Jc Tinsley

White County Republican leadership is welcoming everyone into their headquarters on Tuesday. Valinda Rowe says everyone is welcome for an election night watch party beginning at 8pm and lasting until the results are finalized at party headquarters located at 108 Main Street in Carmi.

Burrell Street Brawl Lands Bartley Behind Bars

Thursday, October 31 by Jc Tinsley

47-year-old Michelle Bartley is behind bars after an altercation on Burrell Street earlier Thursday morning; the victim, a 42-year-old man. The incident was also witnessed by two others. Bartley was arrested just after 3am and is facing a charge of Battery.

Crossville Men Facing Drug Charges after Traffic Stop

Thursday, October 31 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police pulled over two men just before midnight at the intersection of Main and Main Cross Wednesday night. Police issued a Notice to Appear to 35-year-old Kendan Mullins of Rudolph Street for Possession of Cannabis by a Driver, Illegal Transportation of Alcohol by...

After Massive Dysfunction, White County Housing Authority Returns to Peace and 99 Inspection Score

Tuesday, October 29 by Jc Tinsley

There may be hope yet for other organizations and governmental units dealing with dysfunction. You may remember a couple years ago quite the controversy surrounding the White County Housing Authority. We published multiple stories from January through March of 2021 detailing complaints involving the...

Open Line ON DEMAND – Carmi Rotary Club to Host Bi Annual Trivia Night Saturday

Tuesday, October 29 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Rotary Club's bi-annual Trivia Night is coming up this Saturday, November 2nd at the Carmi American Legion. Randy Adams drops by Open Line to talk a little more about himself, the Carmi Rotary Club and the event this Saturday. Listen in to...

Carmi Man and Woman Arrested Following 911 Hang Up

Tuesday, October 29 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi man and woman are behind bars following a domestic dispute Carmi Police responded to Monday evening. It was just after 5:30 when a 911 call came in. Cops arrived at the 8th Street residence after a hang up and found out that...