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Taylorville officials respond after oil found in Manners Park pond
The liquid was identified as a "fuel-type oil" that had gotten into the pond through a storm sewer drain.
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Springfield’s BUNN sold to Chicago-based company
Bunn started in Springfield more than 180 years ago.
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Budzinski and Manar spotlight Illinois’ biomanufacturing future
Lawmakers discuss new markets for farmers, workforce opportunities, and the impact of the iFAB Tech Hub on Central Illinois’ economy.
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Illinois Lottery player wins $536 million Mega Millions jackpot
One online lottery player won the grand prize, while another won $5 million.
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Business coalition warns against phasing out use of natural gas in Illinois
Group petitions ICC to end workshops studying the future of gas in the state.
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Illinois officials say the state is mostly insulated from Trump’s election threats
Federal rhetoric about election intervention hasn't yet translated into concrete action, election officials say.
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Senate advances bills requiring more insurance for boaters, protections for mobile ID users
The Illinois Senate faces a Friday deadline to move bills out of committee for consideration on the floor.
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White Sox catcher Kyle Teel expected to miss 4-to-6 weeks with right hamstring strain
Teel, 24, injured his hamstring playing for Italy during its 8-6 upset of the U.S. on Tuesday night in the World Baseball Classic.
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Tornadoes kill 2 in northwestern Indiana and raze buildings in Kankakee, Illinois
In Kankakee, the storms produced exceptionally large hail, ranging from 3 to 5 inches (7.6 to 12.7 centimeters) in diameter.
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Person rescued from balcony of apartment fire in Springfield
Springfield firefighters were called to the 400 block of Durkin Dr. around 1:15 p.m. Wednesday.
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IL plan could help municipalities lower speed limits in urban areas
The Active Transportation Alliance said some of the most dangerous roadways are run by IDOT, and this bill would not impact them.
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IHSA boys state basketball tournament returns to Champaign this week
More than 34,000 fans expected as 16 teams compete at State Farm Center March 12–14.
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Former Pillsbury plant part of new exhibit at ALPLM
The plant opened in 1930 and closed in 2001.
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Ball-Chatham Schools receive new sensory technology in elementary schools
The panels are installed in each of the schools' calming rooms.
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Crime of the Week: Help needed solving Illiopolis burglary
$1,000 worth of tools stolen from a job site.
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Thousands more Illinoisans with disabilities now have access to savings accounts
ABLE accounts allow people to save more money that can be used for their care.
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Illinois abortion clinics gain renewed support despite Republican, pro-life pushback
Abortion access is strengthened through independent clinics, recent funding measures.
