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Virden man arrested on child pornography charges
Illinois Attorney General says "child sexual abuse material" was found in the suspect's home.
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LLCC to feature “Echo” at Trutter Museum and Murray Gallery
The public is invited to view the exhibit weekdays from 8am--4pm September 29--October 31
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Route 66 Mother Road Festival road closures
Closures to take note of in downtown Springfield
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Emotional Jimmy Kimmel says in late-night return he never intended to make light of Kirk’s killing
Jimmy Kimmel returned to late-night television Tuesday after a nearly weeklong suspension and, in an emotional monologue where he appeared close to tears, said that he wasn't trying to joke about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
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The 2025 Illinois and Du Quoin State Fair welcomed over a million visitors
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LLCC to feature “Echo” at Trutter Museum and Murray Gallery
The public is invited to view the exhibit weekdays from 8am--4pm September 29--October 31
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Just last week, Cronin agreed to attend, saying in a press release, “I’m honored by the invitation and the opportunity to reunite for this special university event.”
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Route 66 Mother Road Festival road closures
Closures to take note of in downtown Springfield