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Awake Illinois founder on student migration: 'Illinois college enrollment is plummeting'

By A. T. Brackett | Sep 15, 2025

Shannon Adcock, founder of Awake Illinois, said on X that students are leaving Illinois for out-of-state colleges amid declining enrollment, attributing the trend to Governor JB Pritzker's mandates and lockdowns.

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Indiana man receives nearly 25 years for soliciting child pornography

By S. R. Geiger | Sep 15, 2025

A federal judge in Benton, Illinois has sentenced Bryan K. Atkins, 40, of Richmond, Indiana to 293 months in prison after he pleaded guilty to two counts of solicitation of child pornography.

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Gov. Candidate Dabrowski on agency reform: 'Cut expenses and deliver better results by simply running our agencies better'

By D. H. Parks | Sep 15, 2025

Ted Dabrowski, a candidate for Governor of Illinois, recently engaged with residents across the state following his campaign announcement.

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Illinois GOP LG candidate Mendoza visits Hillsdale College

By A. U. Williams | Sep 15, 2025

Carrie Mendoza announced her campaign for Illinois lieutenant governor, joining Ted Dabrowski on the ticket, on September 12, 2025.

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Belleville man pleads guilty to arson at Lebanon gas station

By T. B. Watson | Sep 15, 2025

A Belleville resident has pleaded guilty in federal court to arson after admitting to starting a fire at a gas station in Lebanon, Illinois.

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Thomas Nestlehut, 64, Fondly Remembered for Positive Spirit and Dedication to Family

By S. R. Geiger | Sep 14, 2025

Thomas Nestlehut passed away on Sept. 12. Below is the obituary.

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Alex M. Waller, 77, Passes Away; Remembered for Dedication to Fermi Lab and Love for Star Trek

By S. R. Geiger | Sep 13, 2025

Alex M. Waller passed away on Sept. 11. Below is the obituary.

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Eleanor I. Mininni, 91, Wife of Robert F. Mininni Sr., Remembered as Devoted Mother and Grandmother

By S. R. Geiger | Sep 13, 2025

Eleanor I. Mininni passed away on Sept. 11. Below is the obituary.

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Gertrude O. Kramer, Devoted Christian and Loving Mother, Passes Away at 98

By S. R. Geiger | Sep 13, 2025

Gertrude O. Kramer passed away on Sept. 11. Below is the obituary.

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Gordon Ray Sennholtz, 83, Remembered for Service and Love of Golf

By S. R. Geiger | Sep 13, 2025

Gordon R. Sennholtz passed away on Sept. 11. Below is the obituary.

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John "Jake" E. Gorman, Fondly Remembered for Love of Family and Outdoors

By S. R. Geiger | Sep 13, 2025

John "Jake" E. Gorman passed away on Sept. 11. Below is the obituary.

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Ronald J. Kupczyk, 83, US Army Veteran, Funeral Plans and Donations Noted

By S. R. Geiger | Sep 13, 2025

Ronald J. Kupczyk passed away on Sept. 11. Below is the obituary.

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Chicago’s John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation grant kept Charlotte train murderer, arrested 14 times, on the streets

By Prairie State Wire | Sep 13, 2025

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, headquartered in Chicago, gave $3.3 million to Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, to reduce jail use.

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Ted Dabrowski launches gubernatorial bid: 'Illinois families are ready for responsible leadership that advances their ambitions'

By Y. R. Duckworth | Sep 12, 2025

Ted Dabrowski, former president of Wirepoints, has announced his candidacy for governor.

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Man charged with robbing armored truck driver in downtown Chicago

By T. B. Watson | Sep 12, 2025

A man has been charged in federal court with robbing an armored truck driver in downtown Chicago earlier this week.

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Cathy Sue Gremley, 75, Wife of Gene Gremley, Remembered for Family Love

By S. R. Geiger | Sep 12, 2025

Cathy Sue Gremley passed away on Sept. 10. Below is the obituary.

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Jeanne A. Pope, 85, Fondly Remembered for her Love of Family and Pets

By S. R. Geiger | Sep 12, 2025

Jeanne A. Pope passed away on Sept. 10. Below is the obituary.

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Jim, 81, Remembered for Laughter, Love, and Charisma

By S. R. Geiger | Sep 12, 2025

James H. Helsdingen passed away on Sept. 10. Below is the obituary.

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Kenneth J. Witulski, Marines Veteran, Remembered in Tinley Park

By S. R. Geiger | Sep 12, 2025

Kenneth J. Witulski passed away on Sept. 10. Below is the obituary.

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Robert “Bob” J. Humbert, Building Trades Instructor and Nature Enthusiast, Passes at 60

By S. R. Geiger | Sep 12, 2025

Robert "Bob" J. Humbert passed away on Sept. 10. Below is the obituary.