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Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Brandon Clark interviews State’s Attorney Charles Boonstra

April 06, 2026 at 12:00 pm CDT

Lee County State's Attorney Charles Boonstra is seen in court Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026, in the Kristin Kisich case. Kisich pleaded guilty to leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident after striking and killing Patrick Yocum. Kisich was sentenced to 2 years of probation. — Lee County State's Attorney Charles Boonstra is seen in court Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026. (Alex T. Paschal)

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On this episode of Talk Line, host Brandon Clark talks with Lee County State’s Attorney Charles Boonstra about the success of the Lee County Drug Court – an intensive, court-supervised rehab program helping non-violent offenders overcome addiction and rebuild their lives.

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Brandon Clark

I received my Associate's in Communication (Media) from Sauk Valley Community College in Dixon, IL. I'm currently finishing my Bachelor of Journalism at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, IL. I enjoy engaging the community in thoughtful discussion on current events and look forward to hearing what you have to say. Stay curious. Stay informed.