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2 days ago
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Nine people injured in riot at Galesburg juvenile detention center
A riot at the Mary Davis Detention Home in Galesburg on Wednesday led to nine people being injured. A group of juvenile residents became combative at 7:35 p.m., according to the Knox County Sheriff's Office. Local law enforcement were asked to assist detention home staff in controlling the situation. More: Peoria tattoo shop owner accused of sending explicit messages to minor Four staff members sustained non-life-threatening injuries, and five juveniles were also injured. All were treated at the home, with some transported to OSF HealthCare St. Mary Medical Center. An internal investigation being conducted into the altercation. The sheriff's office says that there is no threat to the surrounding community, with the safety of staff and residents remaining their top priority. Additional charges could be added for those who either instigated or participated in the fight, according to the sheriff's office. An incident at the Mary Davis Home in March 2024 led to eight staff members being injured. Knox County and several local officials were sued by residents in U.S. District Court last June for what they claim were abusive practices, such as keeping them in solitary confinement despite warnings that it wasn't safe. The lawsuit remains pending. More: From safety to productivity, here are new technologies being used by Caterpillar This article originally appeared on Journal Star: Nine people injured in riot at Mary Davis Home in Galesburg
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19-05-2025
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Knox County budget plan includes pay and equipment upgrades for Knox County Sheriff's Office
Knox County property taxes will stay the same in fiscal year 2026, pushing Mayor Glenn Jacobs closer to finishing eight years in office without a tax hike. Jacobs at his May 5 budget address announced plans for extra pay and equipment upgrades for the sheriff's office, and cited the Knox County Schools budget amount as requested by the superintendent. 'These are funds that pay for our teachers, our custodians, school security officers, and other essential staff who show up every day to serve nearly 60,000 students,' Jacobs said of the schools portion of budget. The proposed county budget is around $1.1 billion, roughly 3% higher than this year's budget, according to a press release from the county. Nearly two thirds of the spending is for KCS. County employees, including officers in the Knox County Sheriff's Office, would receive scheduled cost of living raises plus an additional 1% raise under the proposal, totaling 2% salary increases this year. 'I wish I could match what we have been able to do these past five years but, unfortunately, our finances are tight,' Jacobs said. 'Just like the private sector, and all of us here today, local governments are subject to inflation. So, putting together a fiscally responsible budget is harder than ever.' The budget includes $5 million in increased funding for the Knox County Sheriff's Office to pay for overtime, funding for officers' pensions, raises, increased contract costs, new body cameras, new tasers and new vehicles. 'It is tough to be in law enforcement,' Jacobs said. 'I think I speak for everyone here when I say how grateful we are to our deputies, how much we appreciate them and will always support them.' Other Knox County budget highlights include: Money for KCS building projects in Farragut and South Knoxville Money for the final phase of the Schaad Road extension, linking Oak Ridge Highway to Pleasant Ridge Road Money for improvements to Canton Hollow Road and the Marietta Church roundabout The Knox County Commission must vote on the budget by June 30. Allie Feinberg reports on politics for Knox News. Email her: This article originally appeared on Knoxville News Sentinel: Knox County budget plan includes pay and equipment upgrades for KCSO
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11-05-2025
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Knox County, Peoria Police investigation results in arrest for solicitation of a child
A 67-year-old Peoria man was taken into custody after a joint operation between the Knox County Sheriff's Office and the Peoria Police, according to a news release. On May 7, 2025, the Knox County Sheriff's Office, in collaboration with the Peoria City PoliceDepartment, successfully conducted a joint operation targeting online child exploitation. Theoperation aimed to locate a suspect reportedly soliciting minors for sexual acts via onlinecommunication platforms within the Knox County area. Robert R. Romero was located at his residence in the Peoria area. Romero was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Peoria Police Department for further questioning, then was booked into the Peoria County Jail. Romero faces charges of indecent solicitation of a child, grooming, and distribution of harmful material to a minor, the release says. 'This investigation underscores the ongoing commitment of the Knox County Sheriff's Office and our law enforcement partners to protect minors and pursue those who engage in childexploitation,' the release says. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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10-05-2025
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Deputies looking for ‘armed, dangerous' man after Knox County shooting
BARBOURVILLE, Ky. (FOX 56) — Deputies are searching for a man wanted in connection with a Knox County shooting. According to the sheriff's office, 42-year-old Daniel Edwards is accused of shooting a gun on Thursday in the Stinking Creek community. Lexington man loses everything in house fire, keeps positive outlook on situation Search for 'armed and dangerous' suspect continues in southern Kentucky Deputies looking for 'armed, dangerous' man after Knox County shooting He is described as being 6 feet tall, 230 pounds, with a shaved head, full neck tattoos, and several tattoos on his arms. Officials said Edwards is armed and dangerous. If you see him, do not approach him; instead, call Knox County Dispatch at 606-546-3510 or the Knox County Sheriff's Office at 606-546-3181. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
