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Thursday, January 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of January.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 31-year-old woman was pronounced dead from a gunshot wound in Springfield, with an ongoing investigation by local authorities. ABC 20
- ➤ Springfield police are investigating a shooting that occurred on the 1600 block of South 17th Street, with an individual transported from the scene by ambulance. FOX Illinois
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Illinois Craft Brewers Guild launches its third annual 'My Illinois Beer Fridge' competition, urging residents to support local breweries by stocking up on beer, even if participating in Dry January. FOX Illinois
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Illinois lawmakers are advancing the KIND Act to facilitate the placement of foster children with relatives by relaxing stringent requirements, aiming to improve children's stability and mental health. Capitol City Now
- ➤ A proposed bill in Illinois seeks to ease name change rules, particularly aiding survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking by reducing residency requirements and enhancing privacy protections. FOX Illinois
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Illinois football coach Bret Bielema discusses team's unique strengths, player development, and future goals after a 21-17 Citrus Bowl win over South Carolina. The State Journal-Register
TRAVEL NEWS
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