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Fire officials concerned about fireworks bill
Blasting 25 feet in all directions, this is no "sparkler."
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Food-stamp recipients to lawmakers: “Save our SNAP”
Feds put up hoops to jump through, say advocates.
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Illinois youth turkey hunters get record harvest
That data, along with a participation rate of 30 percent, "reflect strong youth interest in turkey hunting, excellent hunting opportunities, and a robust statewide turkey population," said a news release.
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Springfield teens heading to HBCUs after tour
Although the Urban League has taken this trip for 20 years, this is the first time they have had students accepted to universities on the spot.
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Illinois Innocence Project highlights impact, growth at 25-year milestone
"There's no other place that we know of that's doing this work," said Golden.
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Millikin University formally inaugurates Pribbenow as president
Pribbenow took over as president in July 2025 after a nationwide search.
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For young people looking to take over Illinois farms, the costs can be steep
High input costs, a hefty estate tax and an older generation reluctant to retire are among the barriers young farmers face.
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High energy prices, federal dollars turn nuke subsidies into ratepayer relief in northern Illinois
Advocates called the energy credits ‘a testament’ to pro-consumer legislation.
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Blue Jays move Bieber to 60-day injured list after getting Sosa in trade with White Sox
His move to the 60-day IL clears a roster spot for the 26-year-old Sosa, who batted .212 with three RBIs in 12 games for the White Sox this season.
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Dave McGinnis, former Cardinals head coach and longtime NFL assistant, dies at 74
A respected defensive mind, McGinnis began his NFL career with the Chicago Bears in 1986 as linebackers coach, a season after the franchise won the Super Bowl.
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SPD, city leadership under fire yet again
PURPLE Coalition cites preferential treatment for ex-chief, brutality in Promyss Davis arrest.
5 days ago
Faculty strike at University of Illinois Springfield continues into second week
Administration, union remain divided over salary increases.
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LLCC selects assistant to become head men’s basketball coach
Ben Kramer has been an assistant in the program for 15 years.
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Survey backs up concerns about data centers
Lawmakers hope to pass "POWER Act" before May 31 adjournment.
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Ford’s Theatre chair obtained by ALPLM
The chair was donated by a now-retired Wake Forest University dean who bought it at a charity auction in the 1980's.
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Volunteers in Moweaqua pack thousands of meals for families in Haiti
Over 200 people joined "Jamesly's Packathon" with the goal of packing over 50,000 meals.
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Chicago Sky land rising star Rickea Jackson from LA Sparks in a trade for Ariel Atkins
Jackson was the No. 4 pick in the 2024 WNBA draft and averaged 14.7 points, 3.2 rebounds and 1.7 assists last season.
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Already under financial pressure, Midwest soybean farmers are squeezed further by tariffs, Iran war
“Our biggest struggles are our inputs, be it fertilizer, seed, chemical, parts,” Bartek said.
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Mini gallery sparks major interest in Springfield neighborhood
Leary hopes the gallery also inspires others to explore their own creativity.
