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Friday, December 27th, 2024

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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Illinois State Police and the Department of Transportation launch an annual holiday road safety campaign to prevent impaired driving, with extra patrols through the New Year.  WMAY

CRIME NEWS

  • Springfield Police request community assistance to locate Jeremy Register, who has been missing since May.  ABC 20

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Illinois' minimum wage will rise to $15 on Jan. 1, fulfilling a campaign promise by Gov. JB Pritzker and positioning the state among those with the highest baseline wages.  Capitol News Illinois

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Sangamon County State’s Attorney announces no charges against a Springfield officer in the September shooting of Carrington James, after an independent review and bodycam footage analysis.  WNNS

HEALTH NEWS

  • Ray Williams, CEO of Springfield Clinic, will retire on Dec. 31 after an eight-year tenure characterized by significant achievements, including navigating the COVID-19 pandemic and resolving a major insurance dispute.  WNNS
  • Memorial Health introduces temporary visitor restrictions at its five hospitals in response to the Illinois Department of Public Health's recommendations due to a rise in respiratory illnesses, effective Dec. 27.  WAND-TV

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Dinner Detective: Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Show in Springfield, IL

    Enjoy an evening of laughter and intrigue as you participate in an interactive murder mystery dinner at Maldaner's Restaurant.

    Sat, 12/28/24

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  • Lick Creek New Year's Eve Celebration

    Celebrate New Year's Eve with a live performance by one of central Illinois' top bands at Boondocks in Springfield.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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  • In-Person Fireside Chat on Foster Care in Springfield, Illinois

    This event provides information about the Illinois child welfare system and the foster parenting process, hosted by a reputable agency focused on community support.

    Tue, 1/21/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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