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Michael Madigan’s ex-chief of staff once seemed to know everything, except on the witness stand — now, he’s headed to trial for perjury

Tim Mapes goes on trial Monday on charges of perjury and attempted obstruction of justice for his alleged bid to block the criminal investigation of the former House speaker and Springfield insider Michael McClain.

Chicago Sun-Times

A race riot broke out in Springfield in 1908. It should be recognized with a national monument.

The designation of the Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument is a healing step in honoring Black history, but much more must be done.

Chicago Sun-Times

Families fleeing anti-trans states

Draconian laws banning trans care are forcing some families to flee to more progressive states

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Last Exit to Springfield: How America’s coolest city made The Simpsons

With new daily flights from London Heathrow to Portland, it’s worth a trip to this feel-good Oregon city that’s jam-packed with stories and trivia about Homer and co, writes Mike MacEacheran

The Independent UK

‘We had no money.’ In MO governor’s race, candidates highlight their childhood challenges

After Missouri House Minority Leader Crystal Quade launched her Democratic campaign for governor this week by emphasizing a humble early life that included becoming the first person in her family to graduate high school, Republican Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe took to social media to highlight his own upbringing by a…

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Dwyane Wade Drops Hints on Reason for Intriguing Hall of Fame Presenter Choice

The Hall of Fame guard has made a selection for his presenter in Springfield, and his choice may surprise you.

Sports Illustrated

Sinclair Names Robert P. Richardson VP, GM of WICS/WICD

He will oversee stations in Champaign, Springfield, and Decatur, Illinois market

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Robert P. Richardson Named VP/GM at WICS-WICD Champaign-Springfield-Decatur

Joins Sinclair as he takes over stations in central Illinois

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Reaction to Supreme Court ruling in LGBTQ case: ‘Equality is going out the window really quickly with this group’

CHICAGO — In 2004, Jackie McKethen, a transgender woman, walked into a Springfield bar, ordered a drink and struck up a conversation with the man sitting next to her.

Chicago Tribune

Housing developer stages protest over decision delay at council HQ with giant model snail

The boss of a major housing developer staged a protest outside council headquarters yesterday (Thursday) - with a giant model snail - to vent his frustration over the progress on a 3000-home supervillage for Stirling. Sandy Adam, chairman of Springf

Daily Record

Springfield Properties’ chair calls for Stirling Council action on Durieshill delays

Developer protests over 287-week delay since planning was submitted for the development

Insider UK

Nelly Korda, Atthaya Thitikul lead list of big names to miss the cut at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship

Some of the biggest names in the women's game headed home early at Baltusrol.

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Madigan’s ex-chief of staff wants judge to block feds from playing roughly 100 recordings at perjury trial

They also revealed that the FBI tried to convince Tim Mapes to work as a “confidential witness” during a meeting in Springfield in February 2019. Mapes “politely declined.”

Chicago Sun-Times

Here’s what the players are saying about Baltusrol ahead of the KPMG Women’s PGA, where the forecast calls for rain and more rain

This week marks the first time Baltusrol's Lower Course will host a women's major since 1961.

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Photos: 2023 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship at Baltusrol Golf Club

Here's a look at some of the best photos from Baltusrol.

Golf Monthly

How Can I Play Baltusrol Golf Club?

The Springfield, New Jersey club has two courses that have each hosted Majors, but how can you play a round there?

Chicago Sun-Times

Springfield man on Senate floor during Capitol breach sentenced to 14 months

Thomas B. Adams, Jr., 41, was found guilty earlier this year of entering a restricted building and obstructing an official proceeding.

Daily Record

£9m deal struck to regenerate Deans South 'ghost town'

Construction of new homes will begin in the summer

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Chicago politics take center stage as feds wind down their corruption case against businessman James Weiss

Weiss is accused of bribing two state lawmakers to push legislation in Springfield, but the focus Tuesday turned from the state capitol to City Hall.

Chicago Tribune

State deploying 30 ‘peacekeepers’ in Chicago over Memorial Day weekend in effort to prevent violence through de-escalation

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s administration will be sending a newly created team of street outreach workers to Chicago neighborhoods during the Memorial Day weekend to help with the city’s violence prevention efforts.

Dublin Live

Tallaght church slams 'cruel' vandalism as statue gets defaced twice in one year

St Mark's Parish in Springfield have notified Gardai that the havoc caused by vandals was recorded on CCTV footage

Chicago Sun-Times

State lawmakers fail to finish budget, school district map, so they plan to try again next week

The General Assembly had planned to adjourn Friday, but Democratic leaders blew that self-imposed deadline. So lawmakers will return to Springfield on Wednesday to wrap up unfinished business, which includes the state budget and the elected school board map.

Chicago Tribune

Native American history would be latest public schools requirement under bill Gov. J.B. Pritzker expected to sign

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Illinois public schools would be required to teach lessons on Midwestern Native American history beginning in the 2024-25 school year under a measure passed by state legislators that is expected to be signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.

Chicago Sun-Times

Bears finding it’ll take more than two-minute offense to win Springfield help for new stadium in Arlington Heights

State Rep. Marty Moylan, D-Des Plaines, told lawmakers he needs more time — and more support — to clinch a deal that he says would freeze a property tax assessment for up to 40 years for the Arlington Heights stadium and create a $3 admission tax on all events held…

The Independent UK

Mom speaks out after daughter suspended from school for filming teacher using racial slur

Mary Walton filmed teacher using n-word at Springfield’s Glendale High School

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