Sangamon County Coroner Jim Allmon will serve as sheriff in a temporary capacity after Sheriff Jack Campbell retires.

After initially rejecting calls to step down, Sangamon County Sheriff Jack Campbell announced Friday he would retire by the end of the month ... over the Massey’s death and just days after Illinois ...

The commission will make a recommendation to Sangamon County Board Chair Andy Van Meter. In turn, Van Meter will submit the nominee for approval to the full county board. Whoever is chosen will serve ...

The Sheriff Applicant Review Committee was created by County Board Chairman Andy Van Meter and will be chaired by retired 7th ...

Too many police departments are under pressure to fill 'slots on a schedule' and have lowered standards for entry into the ...

Marquee toss-up races and high-profile candidates have dominated the political conversation as both parties battle for the House and Senate, but some potential sleeper contests could offer ...

Springfield Police Department headquarters at 800 E. Monroe St. “The conduct of the officers is obviously why we have this ...

Sean Grayson had a history of credibility issues. It didn’t stop him from being hired at police departments in central ...

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Ferguson police released footage Tuesday of a man knocking over a police officer during protests that marked the 10th ...

Ken VanderLugt, owner of The Remarkable Book Shop in Merrillville, leaves a legacy of used books, gentle smiles and loyal customers.

The Harris campaign has suggested it will announce her pick for vice president by Tuesday evening, when Harris and her ...