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Decatur Residents Asked to Weigh In on Rail Study
Roads and transitDecatur residents are being asked to share their views as a high-speed rail study moves forward.
Macon County Illinois DeskOct 27, 2026
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Decatur residents question candidates before two elections
Around townResidents are raising questions for candidates as Decatur approaches two elections, but the races and topics have not been identified.
Macon County Illinois DeskOct 8, 2026
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Former Macon County officer pleads guilty after DUI arrest
Police, fire and courtsA former Macon County correctional officer pleaded guilty following an arrest for driving under the influence.
Macon County Illinois DeskOct 6, 2026
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Macon County Harvest Fest set to return for fifth year
Jobs and economyThe fifth annual Macon County Harvest Fest is scheduled to return in October.
Macon County Illinois DeskOct 4, 2026
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Nearly Two Dozen Indicted in Sangamon County Cases
Police, fire and courtsNearly two dozen gang members were indicted in Sangamon County in cases that include the murder of a 9-year-old boy.
Macon County Illinois DeskSep 22, 2026
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Macon County launches Project SAFER Spectrum
Around townThe county says the project will improve how first responders interact with people in the autistic community.
Macon County Illinois DeskSep 22, 2026
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Winnebago jail led Illinois in pepperball use
Police, fire and courtsWinnebago County jail guards fired pepperballs more often than guards at any other Illinois jail, including in incidents involving people with mental illnesses.
Macon County Illinois DeskSep 16, 2026
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Decatur man charged in Macon County building damage
Police, fire and courtsA Decatur man has been charged after rocks were used to damage Macon County government buildings.
Macon County Illinois DeskSep 13, 2026