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3 weeks ago
How to avoid a Social Security cut? Lawmakers are floating ideas for what to do
The measure that Durbin, D-Ill., and Cassidy, R-La., are pushing would not dictate an outcome, but instead set up a process for Congress to take action.
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Springfield city council may extend ShotSpotter
A public commenter says at $1.1M over three years, it's not worth it.
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Dolly Parton’s central Illinois connections
From Petersburg to the Illinois State Fair to the former Assembly Hall in Champaign, "I don't think there will ever be another Dolly Parton."
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Nominations are open for this year’s Springfield “First Citizen Award,” with a change in operation
"I think this award really exemplifies what we do at the foundation. We've got the staff to pull this off. So, we're excited to take it on this year," said Tapscott.
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APL still moving despite June tornado that destroyed building, even helping a Georgia shelter
APL: We're close to being able to demolish our building.
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Pritzker, Bailey offer different visions for Illinois education
Candidates respond to questions on school funding, education policy, in State Fair appearances.
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Sangamon County to attempt BOS Center expansion regardless of what the state does
Plans stalled in the legislature, so Sangamon County proposes a three percent countywide hotel-motel tax.
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Women’s baseball league board member goes public with concerns about company’s finances
The WPBL said Monday that it had provided complete information while participating fully in Kim's request for books and records.
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Storm-damaged Lincoln Homestead State Park seeks funds for tree replanting
Park staff have made strong progress restoring buildings, roads and trails, but funding is still needed for forest restoration.
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Ex-paramedic appears in court prior to murder trial
Peggy Finley returned to court ahead of her trial for the first-degree murder of Earl Moore Jr.
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Group formed after Massey Commission’s completion reacts to Sean Grayson’s death
"Sonya Massey should still be here."
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Driver killed in 2 vehicle crash in Clinton identified
The coroner said that autopsy results showed Cowser died from blunt force trauma.
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Last day of Illinois State Fair brought families together
Whether it was the prizes, concerts or food that brought families out to the fair, many said they are taking home unforgettable memories.
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Meet the ‘DOGtors’ bringing comfort to Springfield Memorial Hospital
The Springfield Memorial Foundation helped pay for the program's certification expenses.
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Proposal: Free admission for D-186 students to school sports
Rationale: Kids should not have to play / perform before empty stands.
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Durbin: Changes in SNAP as part of Farm Bill aren’t acceptable as is
Democrats wanted more time before SNAP changes took effect, said Durbin.
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Kidzeum awarded nearly $150,000 grant for new STEAM center
Before the Kidzeum applied for the grant, they had researchers visit the space and determine where there was potential for growth.
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UPDATE: Sean Grayson has died
Sonya Massey's killer, with advanced-stage cancer, was recently denied early release,
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The importance, and emotion, of organ donation
Officials say even if you may not think you can donate an organ, register anyway.
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It’s a big one! The iconic Springfield Cozy Dog is now a permanent part of the Illinois State Fairgrounds
Visitors to Springfield will be able to see the "big dog" year-round.
