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2023-08-29 Massac County Grand Jury Returns Indictment - Involuntary Manslaughter - against Jonathon Riley in Death Of Samuel Stallions in Metropolis in early May
(WMOK) Metropolis, IL - Metropolis Police Chief Harry Masse joined WMOK last week for his regularly scheduled Coffee Break and we were able to speak further with him about the return of an indictment against Jonathon J Riley for Involuntary Manslaughter. Hear our discussion with Chief Masse below: WMOK - Metropolis &mi...
Aug 29, 2023
Genealogy and History Workshop: Navigating Pope County Resources
WMOK - The Pope County Historical Society is set to host an educational session titled "How to Use the PCHS Website and Pope County Resources" on May 26 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The event aims to assist researchers and history enthusiasts in uncovering local heritage through modern digital tools and tradition...
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42 Years in the Making - Timeline of Lisa Carnes Massac County Cold Case Murder - WMOK Metropolis
42 Years in the Making - Timeline of Lisa Carnes Massac County Cold Case Murder - WMOK Metropolis WMOK - Massac County, IL - As we noted in today's news check, this week has felt truly surreal as we witness major developments in the 1984 cold case murder of Lisa Carnes. Decades have passed without a break in the invest...
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George E. Bradfield Back in Massac County Court Tomorrow - Looking Back: Discussion with Massac County Sheriff Chad Kaylor from March of 2023
WMOK - Metropolis, IL - George E. Bradfield is making his way back to Massac County Court tomorrow afternoon after being brought in from the Tri-County Detention Center in Ullin, Illinois. It's an event that locals are keeping an eye on, and WMOK will be there to cover the proceedings. In reviewing some of our previous...
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Jonathon J Riley Found Not Guilty in the Death of Samuel Scott Stalions Decided in Quiet January Massac County Bench Trial
(WMOK) Metropolis, IL - In a follow-up to a story we told you about in 2023, after nearly three years of legal proceedings, the case against Jonathon J. Riley officially and quietly concluded with a not-guilty verdict in the Massac County Circuit Court in earlier this year. The case, which followed the May 2023 death o...
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WMOK News Check Yellow Sheet
Tuesday WMOK Yellow Sheet - May 5, 2026 - Metropolis and Massac County News
WMOK Yellow Sheet Delivery Hello Metropolis, Massac County, and beyond! Here is your Tuesday, May 5, 2026, edition of the WMOK Yellow Sheet. Morning Headlines & Highlights: Small Business Week: We are celebrating the heartbeat of our community! Remember to shop small first this week. Sheriff Kaylor's Retirement: As...
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Monday WMOK Yellow Sheet - May 4, 2026 - Metropolis and Massac County News
Hello to everyone listening in Metropolis and Massac County Illinois and Beyond! Here is a look at what is happening as we kick off the week on this Monday, May 4, 2026. Housing Study Partnership: Metropolis Partners with IHDA for Housing Study to Spark Community Revitalization - Mayor Gregg Jeffords discusses how this...
May 04, 2026
Friday WMOK Yellow Sheet - May 1, 2026 - Metropolis and Massac County News
Friday WMOK Yellow Sheet Preview Here is a look at what's making headlines today for those listening in Metropolis and Massac County Illinois and Beyond: Cold Case Breakthrough: A 42-year-old mystery sees major movement as George E. Bradfield, 76, appears in Massac County Court. We have the timeline of the Lisa Carnes ...
May 01, 2026
Thursday WMOK Yellow Sheet - April 30, 2026 - Metropolis and Massac County News
WMOK Yellow Sheet Preview: Thursday, April 30, 2026 Here is a look at what's making headlines today for those listening in Metropolis and Massac County Illinois and Beyond: Top Local News Cold Case Update: George E. Bradfield, 76, appeared in Massac County Court this morning regarding the 1984 murder of Lisa Ann Carnes...
Apr 30, 2026
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42 Years in the Making - Timeline of Lisa Carnes Massac County Cold Case Murder - WMOK Metropolis
42 Years in the Making - Timeline of Lisa Carnes Massac County Cold Case Murder - WMOK Metropolis WMOK - Massac County, IL - As we noted in today's news check, this week has felt truly surreal as we witness major developments in the 1984 cold case murder of Lisa Carnes. Decades have passed without a break in the invest...
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Jonathon J Riley Found Not Guilty in the Death of Samuel Scott Stalions Decided in Quiet January Massac County Bench Trial
(WMOK) Metropolis, IL - In a follow-up to a story we told you about in 2023, after nearly three years of legal proceedings, the case against Jonathon J. Riley officially and quietly concluded with a not-guilty verdict in the Massac County Circuit Court in earlier this year. The case, which followed the May 2023 death o...
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Bradfield Pleads Not Guilty in 1984 Massac County Cold Case Murder of Lisa Carnes
METROPOLIS, IL - George E. Bradfield, 76, of Owensboro, Kentucky, appeared in Massac County Court on Thursday morning to face charges in the 1984 murder of Lisa Ann Carnes. During the proceedings, Bradfield entered a formal plea of not guilty. Bradfield faces five counts of Class M felonies in connection with the decad...
Apr 30, 2026
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Coffee Break - WMOK's Community Affairs Program -
The Coffee Break is a long-standing tradition for those listening in Metropolis, Massac County, and beyond. Airing select weekdays following the 8 a.m. News Check, it's a chance to settle in and hear what's really happening across our local communities. Who's Talking: We visit with local leaders, community organizers, ...
May 03, 2026
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Illinois Households at Risk of Losing SNAP Benefits Due to New Federal Changes
WMOK - Metropolis, IL - As of May 1, 2026, approximately 150,000 households in Illinois could find themselves in a tough spot when it comes to their federal food assistance, thanks to some big changes in federal policy. Under the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" (H.R. 1), stricter eligibility rules have been roll...
Apr 30, 2026
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