some important news for gun owners in Lawrence and other counties across Illinois.
The state ban on assault weapons and high capacity magazines will remain enforceable after a federal appeals court late last week stayed a ruling from a downstate judge who declared it unconstitutional.
A three judge panel of the 7th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals issued the order extending a stay on the order issued last month by U.S. District Court Judge Stephen McGlynn that found the Protect Illinois Communities Act violated the Second Amendment.
Preschool screenings coming up for Lawrence Unit #20
LCMH to add new services
BMV warns of scam, more deceptive messages
St Francisville dealing with multiple issues
Lawrence County seeking I.D.C. Director
Tate to drop withdraw of guilty pleas
Wind Advisory issued for region
Authorities arrest two in Lawrence County
Sumner to get grant for water system expansion
Knox County man sentenced to prison
Flooding impacting an area local utility, flood-prone homes to be disconnected
Embarras River Flood Warning extended
EIU Super-Sectional game audio: Lawrenceville 48, LeRoy 26 (original air date March 9, 2026)
Lawrence County authorities make three weekend arrests
IDHS focuses on raising awareness during Severe Weather Preparedness Week, March 8-14
Edward Charles Ballinger, 65, Vincennes
Rose named to Illinois Senate leadership team
