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Yes, It’s Difficult To Change Cop Culture, But Let’s Not Pretend It’s Too Expensive Or Impossible To Achieve Quickly

4 years ago
The US Department of Justice has entered into many consent decrees with many, many abusive law enforcement agencies. These decrees have the force of law, supported by court orders. They’re contractual obligations with the federal government — agreements that swear local agencies will comply with directives and do their part to respect not only the […]
Tim Cushing

Greene County Coroner Identifies Two Deceased In Fatal Greenfield Fire

4 years ago
GREENFIELD - Greene County Coroner Danny J. Powell released more information Friday afternoon about the tragic fire that claimed the lives of two Greenfield females on Thursday. The coroner said the deceased are identified as Nancy L. Hillis, 77, and Danika C. Alderfer, 11 months old, of Greenfield. The coroner said that at approximately 12:23 p.m. on Thursday, March 31, 2022, West Central Dispatch received a call of a kitchen fire at 1003 Green Street in Greenfield. A Greenfield Police officer and Greene County Sheriff’s deputy were first to arrive at the residence and attempted to make entry into the home. "They were advised two occupants were still inside the residence," Powell said. "Greenfield Fire Department arrived a short time later. Both officers and one of the other occupants of the residence were transported to a local hospital for smoke inhalation. "At approximately 1:15 p.m. my office received a call asking for me to respond to the scene. I was advised that two occupant

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I-255 from IL 157 to IL 3 in Monroe and St Clair Counties  

4 years ago
COLUMBIA – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that I-255 between IL 157 to IL 3 in Monroe and St Clair Counties will be intermittently restricted to two lanes beginning Wednesday, April 6, 2022, weather permitting. This work is necessary to complete pavement repairs. This work is expected to be completed by April 10, 2022. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to changed conditions and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits, refrain from using mobile devices and be alert for workers and equipment. The contractor on this project is Kelley and Sons of East St Louis.

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