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Tuesday, December 31st, 2024
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Goodwill store in Springfield received a donation containing what was believed to be a test grenade, prompting a cautious response from the local police who ultimately gave the all-clear. WCIA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Sean P. Grayson's court date for the first-degree murder charge in Sonya Massey's fatal shooting has been moved to Jan. 13. The State Journal-Register
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Illinois lawmakers are advancing the KIND Act to ease the process for children in foster care to be placed with relatives, aiming to enhance stability and reduce trauma for these children. 25 News
- ➤ Springfield introduces its FY26 budget, emphasizing community safety, infrastructure enhancements, economic growth, and Public Works improvements. WYMG
- ➤ Illinois legislation extends the statute of limitations from 300 days to 2 years for filing non-housing discrimination, harassment, or retaliation cases, effective January 1, 2025. WAND-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Illinois hospitals impose seasonal visitor restrictions in response to a rise in respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, influenza, RSV, and whooping cough. WAND-TV
TRAVEL NEWS
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