Illinois deputy charged with murder shot woman in face after ordering her to move pot of water
Sonya Massey was killed at her home in Springfield after Grayson and another Sangamon County deputy responded to her 911 call early July 6.
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Comedian Bob Newhart, deadpan master of sitcoms and telephone monologues, dies at 94
The accountant-turned-comedian gained fame with a smash album and became one of the most popular TV stars of his time. Newhart was a Chicago psychologist in “The Bob Newhart Show” in the 1970s and a Vermont innkeeper on “Newhart” in the 1980s.
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217 Today: Illinois Republicans seek new strategies to boost competitiveness in Illinois
Thursday, July 18, 2024 Today’s headlines: A Sangamon County deputy is being charged with murder for the death of Sonya Massey. Champaign County voters may be able to choose to eliminate the county auditor position in November, depending on a decision tonight. A clinical psychologist says it is beneficial to start conversations with older children about…
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Sangamon County deputy indicted for murder in the shooting of Sonya Massey
John Milhiser said the footage will be released to the public Monday, July 22. “Nothing has been redacted, except for the blurring of certain images, which was done out of respect for Ms. Massey and her family.”
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John Deere ends support of ‘social or cultural awareness’ events, distances from inclusion efforts
Deere’s move arrives just weeks after rural retailer Tractor Supply ended an array of its corporate diversity and climate efforts. While the companies’ responses differed, both arrive amid a wider backdrop of conservative backlash that has been targeting companies across industries.
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217 Today: Illinois Rep. Mary Miller takes questions from reporters at the RNC
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 Today’s headlines: Republicans have been trying to increase their support among Hispanic Americans, who have historically voted strongly Democratic. The state of Illinois is teaming up with the U.S. Department of Defense to bolster quantum computing research. Yesterday, a fifth person was charged with Mob Action, for allegedly demonstrating for Gaza on…
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At the RNC: Illinois Rep. Mary Miller takes questions from reporters
MILWAUKEE – On Tuesday morning at the Republican National Convention, Representative Miller briefly addressed reporter’s questions about Donald Trump, immigration, and crime. Because Miller rarely gives interviews to reporters, we’re sharing her responses with you. The news conference started with a question about why many GOP leaders from Illinois opted to skip this year’s Republican…
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WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Jul. 18 – Jul. 21
Listen to Kimberly Schofield and Adelyn Mui talk about weekend events on IPM News AM 580 and FM 90.9 – Wednesdays at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m., and Thursdays at 5:44 p.m. Thursday, July 18 Krannert Center Uncorked with Decadents at Krannert Center for Performing Arts Time: 5:00 p.m. Location:…
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Suburban native, far-right conservative talk show host Charlie Kirk speaks at RNC
The 30-year-old Wheeling High School grad founded Turning Point USA, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting conservative values on high school and college campuses.
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217 Today: RNC attendees react to Trump’s vice presidential pick
Tuesday, July 16, 2024 Today’s headlines: Lawyers for former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan are citing a recent Supreme Court ruling in a bid to dismiss a majority of his criminal case. Illinois U.S. Senator Dick Durbin says political violence is unacceptable. Urbana Police Chief Larry Boone is developing a pastor ride-along program. Republicans in…
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On the streets of the RNC in Milwaukee: thumbs up for VP pick JD Vance
Trump’s team has less than four months to strengthen Vance’s profile.
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Storms continue in East Central Illinois overnight
A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan and Wisconsin until 1 AM CDT
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Trump announces Vance as VP pick
He says on his Truth Social Network that, “After lengthy deliberation and thought, and considering the tremendous talents of many others, I have decided that the person best suited to assume the position of Vice President of the United States is Senator J.D. Vance of the Great State of Ohio.”
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Federal judge dismisses Trump classified documents case over concerns with prosecutor’s appointment
Trump had been accused of illegally hoarding classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach and obstructing FBI efforts to get them back. The judge’s ruling can be appealed and may be overruled by a higher court.
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Illinois Republicans ready to ‘rock this’ RNC as Trump assassination attempt unites GOP
Donald Trump’s defiant response to the shooting has provided “a shot of adrenaline in our arm” for his already fervent followers, Illinois delegate Aaron Del Mar said as the GOP gets ready to kick off the Republican National Convention on Monday.
