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News from April 2024

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Q1 Recap: 16 parolees from Sangamon County convicted of sex crimes set for supervised release

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 15, 2024

There were 16 offenders convicted of sex crimes living in Sangamon County released on parole during the first quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Sangamon Sun.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Sangamon County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Apr. 13

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 15, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Illinois College dance team earns top spots at national championship

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 15, 2024

The Illinois College dance team recently participated in the 2024 College Classic National Championship held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The team, known as the Lady Blues, competed in three categories: team performance, jazz, and poms.

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Julia Drake earns Midwest Conference Pitcher of the Week honor

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 15, 2024

Illinois College's Julia Drake has been recognized as the Midwest Conference Softball Pitcher of the Week, according to an announcement made by the league. The senior from New Athens, Illinois, delivered impressive performances over five appearances during the week.

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Photos from Last Week!

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 15, 2024

Last week in Springfield was a bustling one with various activities happening at the Capitol. Among the events were sessions, committee meetings, and visits that added excitement to the week.Representative Mike Coffey shared some highlights of the week, including the presence of two high school seniors who accompanied him for a day. He mentioned, "I had two Pages with me for a day: Harrison Gray is a Senior at Springfield High School and a student representative for District 186 school board. Ian Klockenga is a Senior at Rochester High School and helped the Rochester...

2021-22 School Year: Average school administrator earns 98.2% more than teachers in Tri-City Community Unit School District 1

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 15, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Tri-City Community Unit School District 1 was $95,687 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $48,267, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Illinois House Republicans Express Concerns Over Diminished Public Safety and Rising Costs

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 15, 2024

In a recent development, Illinois House Republicans have voiced their concerns over the diminished public safety in the state following the implementation of the cashless bail system under the Illinois SAFE-T Act. Representative Rosenthal highlighted the troubling trend where criminals seem to be treated more favorably than law-abiding citizens, emphasizing the need to prioritize community safety.Patrick Windhorst, the House Republican Floor Leader, echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the importance of holding perpetrators accountable and preventing quick releases back...

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Catching Up with Coffey: Concerns Over Illinois SAFE-T Act Implementation

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 15, 2024

Illinois residents are facing a significant challenge in maintaining public safety six months after the full implementation of the cashless bail and other provisions of the Illinois SAFE-T Act. House Republicans have been vocal about their opposition to the law, citing concerns about its impact on law enforcement and community safety.According to Rep. Coffey, tough laws against criminals need to be reestablished to ensure accountability for perpetrators of crimes. State Representative John Cabello expressed worry over criminals being treated better than law-abiding...

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Sangamon County effective property tax rate in Q1 was higher than the national average

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 14, 2024

Property owners in Sangamon County paid 2.4% of the value of their homes in property taxes in the first quarter of 2024, which is more than 2.1 times the national average, according to the real estate analysis posted by Sangamon Sun.

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Q1 Recap: 9 parolees from Sangamon County convicted of crimes against persons set for supervised release

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 14, 2024

There were nine offenders convicted of crimes against persons living in Sangamon County released on parole during the first quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Sangamon Sun.

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Who voted in Central NE City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 018 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 14, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 281 voters in Central NE City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 018 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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How did home valuation prices perform in Sangamon County during Q1?

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 14, 2024

The median sale price of a home sold in the first quarter of 2024 in Sangamon County rose by $10,000, while total sales decreased by 10.8%.

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School administrators earns 88% more on average than teachers in Greenfield Community Unit School District 10 in 2021-22 school year

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 14, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Greenfield Community Unit School District 10 was $98,960 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $52,649, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Sangamon County in week ending Apr. 13?

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 14, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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How did Central W City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 031 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 14, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 353 voters in Central W City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 031 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 045

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 14, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 399 voters in Central City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 045 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Blueboys secure thrilling comeback win against Beloit

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 14, 2024

The Illinois College baseball team secured a dramatic victory against Beloit College in their Midwest Conference series at Joe Brooks Field, Jacksonville. The Blueboys overcame a six-run deficit in the ninth inning to win 9-8 in extra innings.

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Valuation: Pricing for the median home in Sangamon County increased in March 2024 compared to March 2023

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 14, 2024

In March, the median sale price of a home in Sangamon County rose by $7,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 8.7%.

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Illinois College defeats Westminster in men's tennis road game

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 14, 2024

The Illinois College men's tennis team secured a win against Westminster College in Fulton, Missouri. The Blueboys emerged victorious with a score of 7-2, marking their eighth win of the season.

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Illinois College softball suffers double defeat against Lake Forest

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 14, 2024

Illinois College's women's softball team faced a challenging day as they experienced their first two losses in Midwest Conference play against Lake Forest at Jessica Kamp Field. The Lady Blues' record now stands at 11-18 overall and 6-2 in conference, while Lake Forest improved to 17-9 and remains undefeated in the conference with an 8-0 record.