CARLYLE, IL — Carlyle’s City Council has approved hiring a new full-time police officer after the original decision was made at their September meeting. The new officer will join the department as part of an effort to enhance public safety and community policing. The move comes as Carlyle officials continue to address local concerns and aim to maintain a strong law enforcement presence. The council did not specify when the officer would start, but noted that the hiring aligns with budget plans approved earlier this year.