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LLCC named one of the top 200 U.S. community colleges
Lincoln Land Community College nominated for the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence.
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Donor support makes early breast cancer detection possible
Early detection is pivotal in saving lives, and thanks to donors, Lincoln Memorial Hospital was able to do so.
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CWLP offers bill assistance through ‘Project RELIEF’ program
Project RELIEF is here to assist those who struggle paying their utility bill. Learn how you can qualify for bill assistance
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University enrollment in Illinois grows to 10-year high despite some declines
Campuses see more new undergraduates, fewer international grad students.
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Duckworth staffer dismissed in the wake of immigration accusations
Senator’s letter to ICE director states the employee acted without authority.
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Clinic welcomes experienced psychiatrist to staff
The HSHS happily brings in Dr. Ebuka Edwin Oduche to their new psychiatry clinic in Springfield.
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Coroner: Human skull belongs to man missing since 2021
An investigation into the death of Kenneth P. Brown, 42, continues.
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Prospect League coming to Decatur in summer of 2026
The owners of the Lucky Horseshoes also own a team in Quincy.
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Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying who used stolen excavator to destroy home
Still no suspect in the partial demolition of a Petersburg home.
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Former state employee goes to prison for child porn distribution
Billy Ruple, Jr. worked for the Illinois Department of Human Services at the time.
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Senate President Don Harmon avoids $10M fine after election board deadlocks
Harmon accused of accepting millions of dollars beyond contribution limits in 2024.
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House reprimands Illinois congressman over succession plan, angering Democrats
Garcia announced he was not seeking reelection earlier this month just before the deadline to file paperwork for the seat. By then, his chief of staff was the only candidate who had submitted the needed paperwork.
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Council votes down landlord registry referendum
One Yes vote short of passage, some aldermen wanted a re-vote.
2 weeks ago
Turner, Catholic Charities here to talk turkey
Insurers donate fifty birds to Breadline.
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Deja Voodoo and Lick Creek to rock Route 66 Motorheads for cancer research
A live music fundraiser event is coming soon to Route 66 Motorheads here in Springfield
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LLCC basketball Coach Chad Jones earns IBCA’s highest honor
LLCC Woman's Basketball Coach, Chad Jones, indicted into the ICBA's Hall of Fame for 2026
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Allegiant Airlines to begin flights from Bloomington, IL to Phoenix-Mesa, AZ
Americas top rated budget friendly airline to begin new flights in the upcoming year
2 weeks ago
Vandalia man arrested on murder charge
43-year-old man recently arrested in connection to a sexual assault and murder investigation






