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Stacey Ann Eubank, 45 of Amarillo stepped into the arms of Jesus, Thursday, February 15, 2024, in Amarillo. Memorial Services will be 2:00 pm Tuesday, February 20, 2024, in Amarillo at the Loft …
Brian Rich/Sun-Times file SPRINGFIELD — The state’s top gun lobbying group filed a federal lawsuit on Monday, accusing the Illinois State Police of undermining a “fundamental right” by dragging their feet on approving licenses to allow people to carry concealed firearms — taking more than a year for some gun owners. The Illinois State Police countered that the paperwork and background checks for Concealed Carry Licenses “is a time consuming and deliberate process,” and they often need longer than the legally mandated 120-day maximum to preserve Illinois residents’ “safety an...
Timothy W. Smith Timothy W. Smith pleaded not guilty April 1 to two charges of aggravated criminal sexual abuse involving a girl under the age of 15 and a charge of domestic battery involving physical contact against the same victim. Bryan C. McGee Bryan C. McGee was sentenced to 18 months in prison for possession of a stolen handgun after accepting a plea deal. A judge dismissed one count of aggravated unlawful use of a weapon. Justin D. Tate Police say Justin D. Tate picked up a runaway 14-year-old girl and force-fed her methamphetamine before making her perform sex acts and t...
Capitol protest tracker: What happened at capitols across the US on Sunday Jay Cannon, Chastity Laskey, Jordan Culver and Elinor Aspegren, USA TODAY © Winslow Townson, AP Armed protesters stand in front of the Statehouse Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, in Concord, N.H. Federal officials warned of armed and potentially violent protests at all 50 state capitals and the U.S. Capitol in the days leading up to President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration, according to an internal FBI bulletin issued to law enforcement partners. The bulletin cautioned that demonstrations could begin as soon...
DECATUR â Members of the Illinois State Police are taking a tip from Santa this year. As part of the Adopt a Snowflake program, officers purchased, wrapped and dropped off gifts at the Webster Cantrell Youth Advocacy on East Cantrell Street in Decatur. Then they drove off â but in police cars, not a sled. More than 25 children, from infants to 17 years old, will receive something from their wish lists this year thanks to the members of Illinois State Police. Holly Newbon, director of marketing and giving with Webster Cantrell Youth Advocacy, said the agency has a great relationship ...