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Deputy indicted for murder of Sonya Massey, fired by Sangamon Co. Sheriff
7:30 p.m. Update: SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Governor J.B. Pritzker released a statement on the charges of former Sangamon County Sheriff’s Deputy Sean Grayson: “Sonya Massey was concerned for her safety and called law enforcement to her home for protection. Like all Illinoisans, she deserved that protection. Instead, innocent and unarmed, she was gunned down […]
Officials provide updates on Sonya Massey body camera footage
SPRINGFIELD, ILL (WICS/WRSP) — More than 100 people showed up outside the NAACP building in Springfield in support for Sonya Massey's family as they viewed the body camera footage. Officials told Newschannel 20 the family did view the body camera footage and described it as shocking. They emphasized it...
Crime Stoppers seeks help to ID suspects in Springfield card theft
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — This week Crime Stoppers is seeking to assist the Springfield Police Department in identifying two individuals who reference stolen credit cards. On May 4th the victim reported that his wallet which contained various debit cards and cash had been lost while fishing near Bridgeview Beach House at Lake Springfield.
Area police are preparing for reaction to any developments in the Sonya Massey story
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Sonya Massey’s loved ones are to view bodycam video as they meet with Illinois State Police Wednesday. Massey is the woman killed by Sangamon County deputies a week and a half ago. At Tuesday’s Springfield City Council meeting, Assistant Police Chief Don...
The Newly-Updated Absolutely 10 Most Dangerous Places in Illinois
The fact is that every single city in America has a crime problem at some level. That one place in town that most try to avoid when they can. In Illinois, there are 10 places that have a bigger problem than most with violent crimes earning them a place on the 10 most dangerous places list.
Springfield man sentenced to 10 years for drug trafficking associated with street gang
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — A Springfield man was sentenced to prison, for his role in a widespread drug conspiracy involving a Springfield street gang, Boss Playas, which lasted from approximately May 2020 through November 2020. Christopher Wallace, 32, was sentenced to 10 years in prison, to be followed by...
As protests go on, Massey's family expected to view body cam footage with State Police
A protest organizer verified that family members of Sonya Massey, a Black woman fatally shot by Sangamon County Sheriff's Deputies in her home July 6, are meeting with Illinois State Police officials Wednesday to view officers' body camera footage and the details of the case. Tiara Standage of Springfield said the meeting is...
Chatham Police offer house watch program for residents on holiday
CHATHAM, Ill. (WCIA) — Summer is the season of vacationing and travel. However, that time away can result in criminals seizing the opportunity to invade your home. To help prevent this, Chatham Police are offering a free program to help keep an eye out. Through the Chatham Police Department’s house watch program, village residents who […]
Illinois GOP delegates call for Secret Service director to step down after Trump shooting
Thursday is the big night for the Republican Party in Milwaukee, as the world anticipates former president Donald Trump's first public speech since he was shot.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchIllinois Republicans gathered for the last breakfast of the convention. The group was brimming with excitement and optimism, as they look forward to what Trump will say to close out the convention."Tonight will be the finale, as we all know, and we're in for a great night tonight with President Trump," said Rep. Darin LaHood, R-16th District. "I do think we need to unify the country;...
Illinois Driver Arrested on I-29 for Reckless Driving at 127 mph & Drug Possession
{KXLG – Roberts County, SD} A driver from Illinois was arrested on Interstate 29 near Peever, SD, on July 13th for reckless driving and drug possession, according to the Roberts County Sheriff's Office. A deputy allegedly clocked Fahmida Haque traveling northbound at 127 mph. The deputy locked their radar...
Suspect Charged with Murder in Fatal Houston Hit-Run Apprehended in Springfield After Month-Long Manhunt
A month-long manhunt for a suspect in a fatal hit-and-run incident concluded with the arrest in Springfield, Illinois. Jacolby Pendleton, 30, was apprehended on Saturday and charged with the murder of 68-year-old Sharon Griffin following a devastating crash that occurred in Houston on the evening of June 6. The arrest was confirmed by the City of Houston's official news release.
Illinois Man Using Dating Sites To Rob People At Gunpoint, Police Warn
If dating sites weren't unnerving enough, it's getting worse in Illinois. It's one thing to be a serial dater and just go on dates with seemingly everyone. It's another to be a serial problematic "dater" like this dude. NBC Chicago reports that police are warning the public against a guy...
Bloomington man convicted of murder in 2019 shooting death
A McLean County jury has convicted a Bloomington man of first-degree murder for a fatal shooting on New Year's Eve 2019. Prosecutors say Dewon Griffin, who is now 24, was arrested in January 2020 while hiding in a makeshift crawlspace at a Bloomington residence. He was charged in the fatal shooting of Tariq Houston, 17, of Springfield, at an apartment complex on Putnam Avenue in northwest Normal.
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