Carbondale Reporter

Sen. Schimpf-sponsored law amending the Criminal Code of 2012 goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2020

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 10, 2019

A new law sponsored by Sen. Paul Schimpf (R-58) that was introduced with the purpose of amending the Criminal Code of 2012 will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2020, according to the official Illinois General Assembly website.

Sen. Schimpf-sponsored law amending the School Code goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2020

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 10, 2019

A new law sponsored by Sen. Paul Schimpf (R-58) that was introduced with the purpose of amending the School Code will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2020, according to the official Illinois General Assembly website.

2018 Recap: Parolees near Illinois zip code 62932 convicted of property crimes

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 9, 2019

There was an offender convicted of a property crime released on parole near Illinois zip code 62932 during 2018, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Carbondale Reporter.

July-Dec. 2018 Recap: Parolees in Johnston City convicted of sex crimes

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 9, 2019

There was an offender convicted of a sex crime released on parole in Johnston City during the second half of 2018, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Carbondale Reporter.

Rep. Severin-sponsored law amending the Downstate Teachers and State Universities Articles of the Illinois Pension Code goes into effect on Aug. 7

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 9, 2019

A new law sponsored by Rep. Dave Severin (R-117) that was introduced with the purpose of amending the Downstate Teachers and State Universities Articles of the Illinois Pension Code went into effect on Aug. 7, according to the official Illinois General Assembly website.

2018 Recap: Parolees in Hurst convicted of homicide

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 9, 2019

There was an offender convicted of homicide released on parole in Hurst during 2018, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Carbondale Reporter.

Sen. Schimpf-sponsored law amending the Downstate Teachers and State Universities Articles of the Illinois Pension Code goes into effect on Aug. 7

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 9, 2019

A new law sponsored by Sen. Paul Schimpf (R-58) that was introduced with the purpose of amending the Downstate Teachers and State Universities Articles of the Illinois Pension Code went into effect on Aug. 7, according to the official Illinois General Assembly website.

MARION VETERANS AFFAIRS MEDICAL CENTER: VA has cured 100,000 Veterans of Hepatitis C

By Press release submission | Aug 9, 2019

As World Hepatitis Day is marked nationwide this week, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has reached a significant milestone, having cured more than 100,000 Veterans of chronic hepatitis C virus infection (HCV), establishing VA as a global leader in the diagnosis and treatment of HCV.

Roll Call: Severin votes against legalizing recreational marijuana

By LGIS News Service | Aug 9, 2019

State Rep. Dave Severin (R-117) on May 31 voted against legalizing recreational marijuana in Illinois.

Roll Call: Windhorst votes against legalizing recreational marijuana

By LGIS News Service | Aug 9, 2019

State Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-118) on May 31 voted against legalizing recreational marijuana in Illinois.

2018 Recap: Parolees in Hurst convicted of drug crimes

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 8, 2019

There was an offender convicted of a crime involving drugs released on parole in Hurst during 2018, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Carbondale Reporter.

2018 Recap: Parolees near Illinois zip code 62932 convicted of crimes against children

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 8, 2019

There was an offender convicted of a crime against one or more children released on parole near Illinois zip code 62932 during 2018, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Carbondale Reporter.

July-Dec. 2018 Recap: Parolees in Johnston City convicted of property crimes

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 8, 2019

There were two offenders convicted of property crimes released on parole in Johnston City during the second half of 2018, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Carbondale Reporter.

CARBONDALE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Jackson County Health Dept Promotes Back to School Vaccines

By Press release submission | Aug 8, 2019

August is National Immunization Awareness Month and the Jackson County Health Department reminds parents that vaccinations are an important part of getting children ready to return to the classroom.

MARION VETERANS AFFAIRS MEDICAL CENTER: VA hosts initiative that assists in securing financial futures for Veterans, service members and their families

By Press release submission | Aug 8, 2019

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs will host the Economic Investment (EI) Initiative: Puget Sound 2019, Aug. 6 – 8 at the South Puget Sound Community College in Olympia, Washington, to help those who serve or have served in uniform find continued success in civilian life.

Roll Call: Fowler votes against legalizing recreational marijuana

By LGIS News Service | Aug 8, 2019

State Sen. Dale Fowler (R-59) on May 29 voted against legalizing recreational marijuana in Illinois.

Move to end gerrymandering in Illinois gains momentum after Supreme Court ruling

By Adam Hochron | Aug 7, 2019

An effort to redraw Illinois’ election maps has built at least some momentum following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to punt the issue of gerrymandering back to the states.

From South Central Illinois News

ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: Plan for the future of World Shooting Complex and Pyramid Recreation Area to be released

By Press release submission | 5 years ago

The public will soon have the opportunity to see what may be in store for futures of the World Shooting and Recreation Center (WSRC) and Pyramid State Recreation Area, according to State Senator Paul Schimpf (R-Waterloo).

July-Dec. 2018 Recap: Parolees in Herrin convicted of crimes against persons

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 7, 2019

There was an offender convicted of a crime against a person released on parole in Herrin during the second half of 2018, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Carbondale Reporter.

Carbondale home prices rise in July 2019

By Metric Media News Service | Aug 7, 2019

The median sale price of a home sold in July 2019 in Carbondale rose by $20,000 while total sales increased by 8.3%.