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Top Stories

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer stands in front of a dilapidated detention facility gate.
Local
2 days ago
21 people in ICE custody after targeted operations in Springfield, Peoria

The Department of Homeland Security said the “illegal aliens” will remain in ICE custody.

Local
2 days ago
District 186 superintendent: Celebrate the progress, not the number

IL Report Card: Proficiency, attendance, and graduation rate, while still low, are all increasing.

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1 day ago
Little middle ground seen on proposed landlord registry

An advisory referendum is on Tuesday’s ballot.

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Springfield man killed in crash on I-57 outside Effingham

David Vorties, 50, was found trapped and unresponsive in his vehicle.

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