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UPDATE: 24 gang members arrested for various Springfield violent crimes, including death of 9-year-old
Guns, drugs, and other "criminal enterprises" also part of the arrests, says Milhiser.
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California farmers are struggling to sell grapes as demand for wine drops
It's harvest time in California wine country, but many growers are struggling to sell their grapes as changing drinking habits have caused demand to plunge. The decline is forcing some growers to tear out vineyards that their families have grown for generations.
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Gas and diesel prices continue upward climb across central Illinois
The national average for diesel was $6.51.
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Bill to keep AM radio in cars passes U.S. House, goes to Senate
Car manufacturers say "no" to AM Radio, while radio says "yes."
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UPDATE: Be a kid again: Owner of White Oaks Mall says ‘Toys R Us’ to open there in time for Christmas
Opening date unknown, expected to be in the next few weeks.
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Pritzker, on ‘This Week,’ talks AI and Midterms
Pritzker: AI can learn from itself, and that's dangerous.
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Reading proficiency remains a challenge for students across the country
The Nation’s Report Card shows that only 31% of fourth graders are at or above the proficient level.
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Cubs 3B Alex Bregman sent to hospital for tests after being hit in face by foul ball while on deck
There was no decision yet on whether Bregman, who was going for X-rays and CT scans, would travel with the team back to Chicago following its 9-1 win.
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Injuries to Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels deprive the NFL of 2 young stars
Williams and Daniels already were linked together as Heisman Trophy winners selected with the first two picks of the 2024 NFL draft.
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Presidents Cup ’26: Facts and figures for the 16th edition
A brief look at the rosters, captains and key figures for the 16th edition of the Presidents Cup that starts Thursday at Medinah Country Club.
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Early voting starts Thursday in Illinois
Early voting in Sangamon County is at the election authority on 9th Street at the County Building on the first floor.
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Vikings will start Carson Wentz at QB vs. Bears with Kyler Murray still in concussion protocol
“Kyler showed a lot of progress,” O’Connell said. “He’s doing well.”
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Collin Dixon catches two more TD passes, Illinois beats Southern Illinois 48-10
Dixon caught eight passes for 131 yards for the Illini (2-1), who opened the season with three home games.
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Miguel Vargas adds to his breakout season with clutch performance for the White Sox
Vargas added to his breakout season with a terrific all-around performance in Chicago's 3-1 victory over Detroit on Saturday.
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Aidan Chiles throws to Joseph Himon II for 3 TDs, runs in 2, Northwestern routs Colorado 41-7
Chiles, a senior, made 20 starts for Michigan State before joining Northwestern during the offseason.
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Noah Fifita breaks Arizona’s all-time passing mark, Wildcats roll over Northern Illinois 42-17
Fifita threw for 325 yards to become Arizona's all-time leading passer and accounted for five touchdowns, leading the Wildcats to a 42-17 win over Northern Illinois Saturday night.
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International teachers find their place in Central Illinois classrooms
Educators from Guyana and Ghana share their cultures while building bonds with students.
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Illinois EPA releases ‘Comprehensive Climate Action Plan’ to reach ‘net zero’ emissions
Report calls for new investments and regulations touching nearly all sectors of the state’s economy.
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Trucking group: No relief in sight for high diesel prices
Will there be any change to the good coming to diesel prices? Maybe not.
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Women’s Professional Baseball League makes history in Springfield
Fans celebrate the first-ever championship series for the Women’s Professional Baseball League.
