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Incumbent state Rep. Spain tops challenger to earn 6th term
Republican state Rep. Ryan Spain of Peoria withstood his first general election challenge Tuesday to secure a sixth term representing the 73rd District in the Illinois House. With 86% of ballots counted, Spain had just over 63% of the vote and a nearly 10,000-ballot margin over Democratic opponent Nicole Dopler, a first-time state candidate from the Quad Cities area.
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ACLU of Illinois Peoria Chapter calls on local leaders to reaffirm Illinois Trust Act amid reported ICE activity
PEORIA (25News Now) – The Peoria Chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois is calling on local elected officials and law enforcement leaders to publicly reaffirm their commitment to the Illinois Trust Act following reports of increased Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity in Central Illinois. In a...
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Normal looks at loosening housing and business regulations, lowering town tax rate
The Normal Town Council on Monday heard a proposal for new rules to relax housing construction rules amid the ongoing housing shortage. The discussion occurred during a special meeting held before the council's regular session. Proposed amendments to non-conforming residential housing and accessory dwelling units [ADUs] were discussed. Both amendments...
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Normal selects area contractor for major Children’s Discovery Museum project
NORMAL (25News Now) - The Normal Town Council is hiring Central Illinois-based contractor PJ Hoerr for a major construction project at the Children’s Discovery Museum, costing hundreds of thousands of dollars. The council Monday night unanimously approved the contract to enclose the space beneath the museum’s existing balcony and...
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U.S. Department of Energy announces $5 Billion loan to boost nuclear power, Clinton included
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Downtown Road Closures Set for Wednesday, November 11, for the Veterans Day Parade
Beginning at 9:45 a.m. and lasting until noon on Wednesday, Nov. 11, numerous roads throughout downtown will be closed for the Veterans Day Parade, sponsored by the American Legion Post 2. Parking restrictions will be in effect along the parade route. Drivers should exercise caution and patience in the area....
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Normal’s share of property taxes to fall slightly, say town officials
NORMAL (25News Now) - For residents of Normal, property taxes could go down a little bit next year. The town council voted with no objection on Monday to move forward on the proposed levy in which the government would collect almost $15.9 million next year. If passed, the town would...