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Jury selection has commenced in the trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, who faces 23 charges including racketeering, bribery, and official misconduct. Madigan was indicted in March 2022 for his alleged involvement in a bribery scheme with Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Illinois' largest utility. He served in the Illinois House from 1971 until his resignation in 2021 and held the speakership for much of that time.

Illinois bill mandates proof of citizenship for voter registration

State Representative Mike Coffey, a Republican from Springfield, has announced his support for House Bill 5887. This bill, introduced by House Minority Leader Tony McCombie, requires all voters in Illinois to provide proof of citizenship during voter registration. Rep. Coffey's endorsement aligns with the efforts of several House Republicans who are advocating for enhanced election security measures.

Illinois College men's swimming team starts season with dual victories

The Illinois College men's swimming and diving team began their season with two wins against North Central and Millikin. The events took place at the Decatur Family YMCA Pool on Friday. The Blueboys defeated North Central 122-54 and Millikin 117.5-66.5, marking a successful start to their season with a 2-0 record.

Legislators visit Pontiac Correctional Center over drug exposure concerns

State Senator Tom Bennett, State Senator Terri Bryant, and State Representative Dennis Tipsword recently visited the Pontiac Correctional Center. The purpose of their visit was to engage with the staff regarding the ongoing drug exposure incidents at the facility. They aimed to discuss concerns and explore potential solutions to address these issues.

Illinois College triumphs over PennWest in MEC Valorant match

The Illinois College Esports team secured a significant victory against PennWest in their latest MEC Valorant match. The team achieved a 2-0 win, advancing their season record to 5-1 with only two matches remaining.

Illinois College women’s swim team splits results in season opener

The Illinois College women's swimming and diving team began their season with mixed results in a double dual meet on Friday at the Decatur Family YMCA Pool. The Lady Blues secured a victory against North Central with a score of 103-75 but were defeated by Millikin, finishing with a score of 108-78.

Menard County taxpayers give $29,219 in County Sales Tax in July

In July, Menard County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

1 gas station in cities throughout Sangamon County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Oct. 12

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Menard County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Oct. 12

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Menard County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Illinois College esports team triumphs over Radford with dominant performance

The Illinois College Esports team secured a significant victory against Radford University in a MEC SSBU match held on Wednesday. The team from Jacksonville, Illinois, defeated Radford with a decisive 5-0 scoreline. This victory improves Illinois College's record to 5-2 for the season, positioning them well for a top-three seed in the upcoming postseason tournament.

Illinois College students excel in clay target competition

Ann Feldhake, a sophomore from Effingham, Illinois, achieved a perfect score in the Illinois College Clay Target team's Week 4 competition of the fall season. Feldhake completed her first round with a flawless 25-for-25 and followed it up with a score of 22, totaling 47 points.

Concerns rise over carbon sequestration impact on Mahomet Aquifer

The Mahomet Aquifer is a crucial source of drinking water for over half the population in east-central Illinois. In 2015, the US Environmental Protection Agency designated part of the Mahomet Aquifer as a "Sole Source Aquifer," offering additional protections to nearly one million Illinois residents who depend on it for their primary water supply.

Rep. Coffey visits MASCO Packaging & Industrial Supply in Illinois

Rep. Coffey recently visited MASCO Packaging & Industrial Supply, expressing gratitude to the company's representatives, Jennifer Wagner and Jeff Dillman, for facilitating the tour. The company has been operational since 1995 and has become a significant distributor in Central Illinois for corrugated and janitorial supplies. It is also recognized as one of the largest distributors and producers of liquid ice melt in the Central United States.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Logan County in week ending Oct. 12?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Logan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest diesel in cities across Logan County in week ending Oct. 12

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Logan County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Menard County in week ending Oct. 12?

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Menard County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Menard County: Cities registered 6 lawyers in good standing as of September

There were six lawyers in good standing in cities within Menard County as of September.

Illinois College women’s soccer secures first conference win against Monmouth

The Illinois College women's soccer team secured their first Midwest Conference victory of the season with a 2-1 win over Monmouth. The match took place on Wednesday afternoon at Peacock Memorial Athletic Park in Monmouth, Illinois.

Illinois issues $1.7 billion GO bonds; files voter integrity bill