Council Reviews Coal Dust Incident, Approves Sherod Park Restroom Contract
Vermilion City Council met on Monday, July 7, 2025, addressing a range of issues including a coal dust incident along the Vermilion River, parking concerns on South Street, and a grant-funded improvement project at Sherod Park. Mayor Jim Forthofer and Fire Chief Bill Brown updated council on the June 30 Continue Reading
Vermilion Police: Woman Killed in Domestic Violence Shooting on Ferndale Avenue, Suspect in Custody
A Vermilion man has been arrested and charged with aggravated murder following a deadly domestic violence incident early Thursday morning on Ferndale Avenue. According to Vermilion Police Chief Chris Hartung, officers were dispatched at 1:46 a.m. to 525 Ferndale Avenue for a report of a male suspect armed with a Continue Reading
BREAKING: Shooting Incident on Ferndale Leaves One Dead, Suspect in Custody
A woman is dead and a man is in custody following a suspected murder-attempted suicide that occurred Thursday morning at a residence near the corner of Ferndale Avenue and Liberty Avenue in Vermilion. Preliminary reports indicate that an out-of-state male suspect shot a female victim, believed to be known to Continue Reading
Vermilion Police Blotter: June 30–July 6, 2025
The following incidents were reported by the Vermilion Police Department during the week of June 30 through July 6, 2025. The blotter is compiled from information provided by Police Chief Chris Hartung. June 30, 2025 July 1, 2025 July 2, 2025 July 3, 2025 July 4, 2025 July 5, 2025 Continue Reading
Vermilion Fire Department Incidents
June 28 – July 4 From the Desk of Vermilion Fire Chief Bill Brown Vermilion Fire Department Incident Summary: June 28 – July 4 June 30 July 1 July 2 July 3 July 4 For immediate emergencies requiring fire, EMS, or police assistance, please always dial 9-1-1. For non-emergency inquiries Continue Reading
Vermilion Fire Department Incidents: June 21 – June 27, 2025
The following is a report of fire department activity for the City of Vermilion between June 21 and June 27, as provided by local officials: June 2113:50 – EMS assist – Vermilion RoadResponded to assist EMS with a male who had fallen from a ladder. One truck responded with one Continue Reading
Vermilion Police Blotter: June 23–29, 2025, Arrests, Accidents & Animal Control
The following report was provided by Vermilion Police Chief Chris Hartung as part of a weekly update to inform the community about local law enforcement activity. The blotter highlights incidents ranging from arrests and motor vehicle accidents to thefts, disturbances, and other public safety matters. June 23, 2025 June 24, Continue Reading
Coal Ash Spill in Vermilion River Deemed Low Risk by Officials
A coal ash spill occurred this morning on the Vermilion River near the Liberty Avenue bridge trestle. According to Captain Graham of the Vermilion Police Department, a train dumped material into the river, spreading quickly downstream toward the lake. He initially described it as coal dust based on its appearance Continue Reading
Coal Dust Spill in Vermilion River Prompts Health, Safety Concerns
Update 2: After speaking with Vermilion Fire Chief Bill Brown he’s saying the ash is non-toxic. I reiterated are you sure. He repeated non-toxic. He also stated he’s waiting to hear from the EPA. Bill has stated the coal ash released into the water is stable and unlikely to pose Continue Reading
Vermilion, Clearview Renew Rivalry After Nearly 40 Years Apart
Vermilion and Clearview will renew their athletic rivalry starting in the 2026 and 2027 football seasons. The two schools, which shared a conference decades ago, will once again face off on the field. According to Vermilion Athletic Director Andrew Stillman, the matchup became necessary after Willard, Vermilion’s previous week-three opponent, Continue Reading