The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is alerting area residents to an increase in fraudulent activity known as check washing. In a notice released this week, the Sheriff’s Office says check […]

The Henry County Sheriff’s Office reports a Niota, Illinois man was arrested early Sunday morning after allegedly driving the wrong way on Highway 34. According to Sheriff Rich McNamee, deputies […]

Attorney Becky Wilson has announced her plans to appear on the ballot for Henry County Attorney, according to a recent press release to KILJ. In the release, Wilson details her […]

The Van Buren County Sheriff’s Office has released details surrounding an early Sunday morning investigation in Keosauqua. According to Sheriff Brad Hudson, at approximately 4:30 a.m. on February 22, a […]

A domestic disturbance at the Quality Inn & Suites in Mount Pleasant on February 18, 2026 has resulted in multiple charges. The Mount Pleasant Police Department was called to the […]

A Mount Pleasant man is facing multiple charges following a reported domestic altercation earlier this month. Mount Pleasant Police officers responded around 11:00 p.m. on February 7, 2026 to the […]

Residents across the KILJ listening area are being urged to take extra precautions today as dry air and gusty winds increase the risk of grass and brush fires. According to […]