Washington Mayor Lilija Stevens appointed three new officials to serve in interim city roles until new hires are made.

Washington Police Department Chief Mike McCoy will step down from his position when his contract ends April 30. McCoy began as chief in 2017, after serving as Peoria County sheriff for 15 years prior.

A candelight vigil was held as part of the National Police Week ... Memorial in Washington, DC. One law enforcement officer who was honored was fallen George County Deputy Jeremy Malone.

WASHINGTON, D. C. - Vice President JD Vance on Wednesday decried the “senseless” killing of Hamilton County Sheriff’s Deputy Larry ... then-Capitol Police Chief Chief J.