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Sonya Massey’s 4-Year-Old Cousin Was Also Allegedly Killed By Police, Prosecutors Will Not File Charges
In a tragic turn of events, a 4-year-old child named Terrell Miller was shot and killed by Illinois police in March. Terrell, the baby cousin of Sonya Massey, became a heart-wrenching symbol of the unintended consequences of police action when he was caught in the crossfire during a domestic dispute. Vigils around the country have also taken place for the dead toddler’s fallen cousin. On July 23, prosecutors decided not to file charges against the officer involved in the incident that killed little Terrell. The incident occurred on March 16 during a response to a domestic dispute involving Anthony T. George, a...
Second straight McDonough County girl takes the Hancock Fair County Queen title
History was made again Wednesday, July 17, at the 2024 Hancock County Fair Queen Pageant in Augusta. Sara Riggins of Macomb, a 2022 graduate of Macomb High School, was crowned the 2024 Hancock County Fair Queen, making her the second-straight McDonough County girl to win the Hancock County Queen title.
Macomb man gets 45 years for predatory sexual assault of a child under 5
Macomb, Ill. (KHQA) — A Macomb man has been sentenced to 45 years in prison for three counts of Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault of a Child. Joshua T. Dye, 26, was sentenced to three sentences of 15 years for each count, all of which must be served consecutively to each other and at 85%.
Around the Tri States: Macomb man sentenced in sexual assault case; Galesburg man arrested for shooting son
A McDonough County judge sentenced a Macomb man to 45 years in prison on three counts of predatory criminal sexual assault of a child. Joshua Dye, 26, was convicted in April following a three-day trial. Dye was sentenced on Thursday, July 18, to 15 years for each count. They must...
Heat and humidity are no match for the community at McDonough County 4-H Fair
MACOMB, Ill. (KHQA) — The McDonough County 4-H fair in Macomb kicked off on Saturday. The heat and humidity didn’t stop exhibitors from getting ready and having fun for day three of the fair. "it's really hot, but it's always hot during this week," 4-H club member Maysn...
More heavy rain in area Tuesday night and Wednesday morning
Some tornado warnings were issued close to the area Tuesday, but the biggest problem seems to be more heavy rain. later on in the night. While one tornado report near the Quad Cities was sent to the National Weather Service Tuesday evening, that turned out to be unfounded based on damage and video from the area.
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