Pritzker Not Ready to Cut State Spending

Friday, May 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

(Chicago, IL) -- Illinois Governor JB Pritzker understands that the coronavirus will cause a budget crisis in the state. But he's not ready to cut state spending. The governor yesterday said, if anything, state government needs to look to protect state agencies and programs.... Read More.

Another Lawsuit

Friday, May 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The governor is reacting to another lawsuit filed against his stay-at-home order. Running Central, a running and clothing store in Peoria, reportedly filed a lawsuit seeking an exemption from the order. Pritzker said anyone can file a lawsuit, and said local shoppers shouldn't shop... Read More.

White County Board to Meet Tuesday

Friday, May 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The White County Board will be holding its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. At this meeting, they will be practicing social distancing as passed down by Illinois Governor Pritzker. When entering the courtroom, please maintain a 6-foot distance between other members... Read More.

Grayville City Council to Meet Monday

Friday, May 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Grayville City Council will meet Monday at 7:00 p.m. Due to COVID-19 guidelines, attendance is limited to the members of the Council, Clerk, Treasurer, City Attorney and news media. The public is invited to watch the meeting via Facebook live at facebook.com/cityofgrayvilleThe agenda... Read More.

1000 East (Burrells Woods Road) Closed Today and Monday for Tree Removal

Friday, May 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

1000 East (Burrells wood road) between 1600 N. And 1700 N. Will be closed today (Friday May 8, 2020) and Monday May 11, 2020 from 7 am to 5 pm for tree removal... The Road Commission apologizes for the short notice but... Read More.

Mt. Carmel Police and Fire Respond to a Single Vehicle Accident Tuesday Afternoon

Thursday, May 7 by WROY/WRUL Staff

On Tuesday afternoon at approximately 5:43 pm, Mt. Carmel Police and Fire responded to a vehicle accident in the 2600 block of College Drive. Police arrived on the scene and located a 1998 Dodge Neon, on its roof, and in the fairway of the West... Read More.

Carmi Man Arrested Tuesday Night on Disorderly Conduct and Aggravated Battery Charges

Thursday, May 7 by WROY/WRUL Staff

A 23 year old Carmi man, Joshua M. Farris, was arrested Tuesday night just before 7 p.m. after officers received complaints that a drunk individual was yelling at people in the street near Pundrake’s. Two... Read More.

Statement from Speaker Madigan

Thursday, May 7 by WROY/WRUL Staff

CHICAGO – House Speaker Michael J. Madigan released the following statement Wednesday:“First and foremost, we need to ensure the health and safety of members, staff and the general public is considered at all times when thinking about a return to Springfield. While... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department 5/6/2020 Update

Wednesday, May 6 by Jc Tinsley

As of 4:00PM today, Wednesday, May 6, 2020, Egyptian Health Department has not been notified of any new cases of COVID-19 in our tri-county area of Saline, Gallatin and White Counties. There have been 5 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Saline County, 2 in Gallatin... Read More.

Hamilton/Wayne County Health Department Administrator Weighs In on Fairfield Restaurant’s Decision to Open

Wednesday, May 6 by Jc Tinsley

A Fairfield restauranteur has allegedly opened against Governor Pritzker’s orders and while the Hamilton/Wayne County Bi-County Health Department administrator acknowledges it’s happened, he says he in no way “cleared them to operate” as some have suggested.“First of all, I’m not giving anybody, or clearing... Read More.