Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s 42nd And Final Disaster Proclamation Has Expired

Wednesday, May 10 by WROY-WRUL News

After 1,155 days, Illinois’ COVID-19 disaster proclamation expires May 11, ending emergency powers for Gov. J.B. Pritzker in place since the pandemic started.Illinois was one of only six states still calling COVID-19 a disaster or emergency.Pritzker has held emergency powers for over 70% of his time... Read More.

Name Released Of Man Killed During Shootout With ISP Trooper

Wednesday, May 10 by WROY-WRUL News

The name of the man who was killed by an Illinois State Trooper after an incident on I-64 in Jefferson County was released early this morning.Investigators have identified the deceased individual as Brandon L. Griffin of Albuquerque, NM. Griffin had a female passenger with... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – May 10, 2023

Wednesday, May 10 by Cole Carter

The Carmi-White County Bulldog baseball team defeated Hardin County yesterday afternoon by a final score of 6-2 to improve to 11-14 on the season. The Bulldogs were led by a great performance on the mound from Travor Mason. The sophomore pitched a complete game, allowing... Read More.

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Two Arrested On White County Warrants

Tuesday, May 9 by WROY-WRUL News

The White County Sheriff's Department has arrested two on White County Warrants.On Friday, 42 year old Jeffrey Welty of Albion arrived at the WCSD and turned himself in on the an outstanding warrant. Deputy Matt Wicker met Welty in the lobby of the Sheriff’s... Read More.

Tyner Arrested On White County Warrant

Tuesday, May 9 by WROY-WRUL News

A Carmi man bonded out of the White County Jail following his arrest on Monday evening. Officers with the Carmi Police Department arrested 29 year old Wesley Tyner of 11th Street on a White County Warrant for Disorderly Conduct. Tyner paid $250 bond plus... Read More.

Illinois State Trooper Shot During Early Morning Call; Suspect Dead

Tuesday, May 9 by WROY-WRUL News

An Illinois State Trooper is being treated for non life threatening injuries after being shot during a call early Tuesday morning.According to Illinois State Police, at around 3 a.m. ISP Troop 10 units responded to a motorists assist on eastbound I-64 at milepost 72... Read More.

Assault Weapons Bought During Week Of Injunction Will Be Classified Illegal

Tuesday, May 9 by WROY-WRUL News

(The Center Square) – Illinois State Police say any purchase of firearms or attachments the state deems as “assault weapons” from during the six-day injunction against Illinois’ gun ban will be illegal after Jan. 1, 2024.In January this year, Gov. J.B. Pritzker enacted the... Read More.

Scenes from the 2023 One Niter at Carmi-White County High School – Photos by Asher Penrod

Tuesday, May 9 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Lawmakers Pass Bill Requiring New Homes Be Equipped For EV Charging Stations

Tuesday, May 9 by WROY-WRUL News

Illinois may soon force new home builders to include electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Senate Bill 40 would require buildings to have EV capable conduits, and would apply to new and existing homes, apartments and condo buildings. It also requires new... Read More.

Legislators Push for Volunteer Firefighter Tax Credit And Honor Dust Storm Responders

Tuesday, May 9 by WROY-WRUL News

Springfield — Fire officials and legislators banded together at the Capitol today to commend the heroic efforts of volunteer firefighters in response to the Dust Storm and called for the inclusion of an income tax credit into the state budget, to help alleviate the critical... Read More.