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13 Aug, 2020
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In Beirut explosion, family’s ‘whole world’ died
Ever since he landed in Peoria as an 18-year-old student in 2005, Nabih Elhajj telephoned his mother, Zeina Chamoun, every day.
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She wore a BLM face mask to work; a week later, she was fired

When pet care specialist Shaunna Kirk first wore a mask featuring the phrase "I Can't Breathe" on Aug. 3, her manager at Springfield's PetSmart, 3183 S.

City man indicted by grand jury on murder charges

A Springfield man was indicted by a grand jury on three first-degree murder charges Wednesday in the July 14 death of Ray Lofton, also of Springfield.

 
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Durbin calls for postal service funding; unsure if Madigan can lead

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Masters will be played without patrons or guests in 2020

The Masters Tournament will be held Nov. 9-15 without patrons in attendance.

 
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Three new COVID-19 deaths confirmed in area

As COVID-19 continues to spread, three more area residents have died of the virus.

Male struck by gunfire at Dirksen and Clear Lake

A 24-year-old male was struck by gunfire from a passing vehicle at Dirksen Parkway and Clear Lake Avenue early Wednesday afternoon.

Durbin says Harris helps ticket; Davis says she is a ‘good pick’

U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Illinois, of Springfield, said Wednesday that the addition of U.S. Sen.

Trump Administration eases showerhead rules

Publicly talking about the need to keep his hair "perfect," President Donald Trump has made increasing water flow and dialing back long held appliance conservation standards - from light bulbs to toilets to dishwashers - a personal issue.

Who is Kamala Harris? A look at Joe Biden’s vice presidential running mate

Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., made history when it was confirmed that she would be former Vice President Joe Biden's running mate in his 2020 presidential bid.