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Franklin County Man Sentenced to Prison for Producing Counterfeit U.S. Currency
EAST ST. LOUIS – A federal district judge has sentenced a Christopher man to 24 months in prison after he admitted to printing counterfeit money. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Illinois, 38-year-old Michael A. Eskew pleaded guilty to one count of manufacture of counterfeit obligations of the U.S., one count of possession of counterfeit obligations of the U.S., and one count of possessing digital image of U.S. currency for counterfeiting.
FCC Hears From a Range of Voices on Class A10
The FCC received about 30 comments from radio industry stakeholders on the idea of creating a new FM Class A10. We’ve reported that the NAB said it cannot issue a recommendation at this time, while Cumulus Media opposes the idea and REC Networks wants the FCC to pair it with a power increase for some LPFMs.
Wanted man arrested in Lone Oak
LONE OAK, Ky. (KBSI) – A wanted man was arrested after sheriff’s deputies saw him driving in the Lone Oak area on July 24. Jason Chapman, 47 of Paducah faces charges of possession of a controlled substance – 1st degree/1st offense – methamphetamine Class D felony, drug paraphernalia – buy/possess – Class A misdemeanor and possession of open alcoholic beverage container in a motor vehicle prohibited violation. Arrest warrants were also served.
Potential Harris VP Pick Hits JD Vance With Blistering Trump Title
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker (D) used an iconic “Austin Powers” character to explain why former President Donald Trump selected Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) as his running mate earlier this month. “He’s the Donald Trump Mini-Me,” Pritzker told CNN’s Jake Tapper on Wednesday. Pritzker — who...
Rost, Tyner Arrested on FTA Warrants; Police Take Reports of Burglary and Criminal Damage to Property
An Oak Street woman says someone stole items from her residence. Christina Moeller reported the thievery Wednesday just before noon. She would file complaints for burglary as well as theft under $500. The report doesn’t indicate exactly what items were allegedly taken from the home. Carmi Police heard from...
Dubuque Business Leads the Way for Solar Energy Across Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin
Eagle Point Solar, a leading solar energy provider based in Dubuque, is making waves across the Tri-States. Recognized on the 2024 Top Solar Contractors List by Solar Power World, the company ranks 162nd nationally and 184th in the Solar + Storage Installers category. This recognition highlights Eagle Point Solar's role in bringing clean energy solutions to homes and businesses in the region.
MSU grad setting sights on Olympic gold with Team USA in Paris
Murray State alum and U.S. Army Sargeant Ivan Roe has traded in his Racer blue and gold for red, white, and blue ahead of Roe's appearance at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Roe spoke with WKMS Morning Edition host Daniel Hurt about his upcoming shooting sports events, how he fell in love with the sport, and his journey to the international stage, where he will compete with Team USA in the 20m Air Rifle and 50m Smallbore.
Big Changes Coming to 23 Illinois Costco Stores in September
The more things change, the more they stay the same. That's actually not true for 23 Costco store locations in Illinois that will be changing in September and I predict many will be unhappy with what's coming. Let me be clear that I'm not business expert and I have no...
Photos Show a Bear is Now Touring Southern Illinois Golf Courses
If you're planning to golf in Illinois soon especially in the southern part of the state, you might want to know that a predator might be watching. Many photos show there's a bear currently touring southern Illinois golf courses. I saw CBS in Chicago share this interesting story about a...
West Central High School’s Addie Seitz Leads Illinois to a Win in the Senior League Softball Regionals
Following an all-state softball season in the spring, West Central High School senior-to-be Addie Seitz is playing summer softball for an Illinois team that is currently participating in the Little League Senior Softball Central Region Tournament in Lexington, Kentucky. Seitz’s team is currently (2-0) and is tied with a team from Ohio as the only undefeated teams left in the 8-team tournament. She pitched a 4-inning perfect game against Kentucky on Wednesday, winning 16-0. Seitz struck out 7 of the 12 batters she faced. Just as she did during the high school season in the spring, Addie helped herself at the plate, as well, going 2-3 with 5 rbis and blasting a home run. Illinois and Ohio meet today for a chance to play for the regional championship game on Friday.
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