Paris Police Announce Three Arrests in April 3rd White Oaks Park Attack that Involved Danville Alderman Jaleel Jones
A more complete update, including amended charges, will be provided following the initial appearance and detainment hearing. This hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in Courtroom #1 at the Edgar County Courthouse.
Apr 13, 2026
Danville Neighborhood Associations Discuss Goals
Some members of Danville's Neighborhood Associations got together over the weekend discussing plans for improving their areas. BILL PICKETT HAS MORE: AUDIO: "Roughly, we have about nine," she replied. "Not all of them are super active, but we do have nine registered with us. We're always looking to con...
Apr 12, 2026
Coroner's Office Confirms Found Human Remains are Those of Missing 30 Year Old Male
An autopsy is scheduled for April 7, 2026. This is an ongoing investigation and no further details can be released at this time. Sheriff's department investigators were assisted by crime scene investigators from the Illinois State Police.
Apr 07, 2026
April 2nd Danville Police High Speed Chase Leads to Arrest of 39-Year-Old Male
Davis was issued multiple citations and is facing charges including delivery of methamphetamine, delivery of cocaine, delivery of cannabis, aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude police, and driving while license revoked.
Apr 06, 2026
Paris Police Investigating Fri Night Apr 3rd Firearm Incident in White Oaks Park
The Paris Police Department encourages anyone with information related to this incident to contact the department at 217-465-6351, extension 2.
Apr 06, 2026
Georgetown Male Resident in Custody after Explosive Device Found in Home; 200 Block of East 7th Street
Chief Renaker also stated that no specific motive has been established, but that it was a domestic incident.
Apr 03, 2026
Law Enforcement Steps Up April Distracted Driving Enforcement
"Distracted driving puts everyone at risk, and even a quick glance at a phone can have devastating consequences," said Sgt. Eric Olson "During April, officers will be looking for distracted driving violations and reminding motorists to put the phone away and focus on the road."
Apr 03, 2026
Illinois State Police to Conduct Nighttime Enforcement Patrols
Officers working the enforcement patrols will be watchful for motorists who show signs of impaired driving, improper seatbelt and child restraint usage, speeding, distracted driving, and other Illinois Vehicle Code violations.
Mar 31, 2026
Vermilion County Business Owner Sentenced to Jail for Tax Fraud
At the sentencing hearing, the government presented evidence establishing that Wilson was the sole owner of Wilson's Body Shop, a collision repair and car painting business located in Danville, and employed several individuals.
Mar 31, 2026
High Speed Chase on North Vermilion Leads to Recovery of Fentanyl; Suspected Cannabis
Potts was transported to a local hospital for treatment, where he was later discharged and transported to the Vermilion County Jail on the preliminary charges of Aggravated Fleeing and Eluding, Possession of Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver, and Driving While License Suspended.
Mar 31, 2026
