Fairbury Man Charged with Assault

On Wednesday, June 9, 21-year-old Fairbury resident Derek Johnson appeared in court for arraignment via webcam. Linda Bauer was the presiding judge.Johnson is charged with assault in the third degree, which is a Class 1 misdemeanor carrying up to one year in jail and/or a $1,000 fine.Johnson requested court appointed council before entering a plea.Public …