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Anthony Drive road closure scheduled between Dobbins Drive and Campbell Drive

William Charles Construction and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) have announced a temporary closure of Anthony Drive, spanning from Dobbins Drive to Campbell Drive.

By Chambana Sun | Feb 23, 2026

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Halbrook, Freedom Caucus, demand Pritzker impeachment after Kirk comments: ‘The left will say anything to gain power’

By East Central Reporter reports | 10 days ago

Following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the Illinois-born founder of Turning Point USA, the Illinois Freedom Caucus—led in part by State Rep. Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville)—has filed articles of impeachment against J.B. Pritzker, citing what they describe as the governor's role in contributing to a divisive political climate.

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Rep. Niemerg on Gov. Pritzker impeachment: 'Illinois deserves better leadership'

By M. S. Scoggins | Sep 15, 2025

Adam Niemerg, a state representative from Illinois, has announced the filing of articles of impeachment against Governor J.B. Pritzker, citing divisive rhetoric and policies.

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Piatt County ranks 73rd in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during July

By J. C. Bland | Sep 14, 2025

Piatt County residents paid $170,320 in sales taxes, ranking 73rd in total sales taxes paid per county in July.

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Ford County collects $13,805 in County Sales Tax in July

By J. C. Bland | Sep 13, 2025

In July, Ford County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Vermilion County residents paid 43rd-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during July

By J. C. Bland | Sep 13, 2025

Vermilion County residents paid $531,341 in sales taxes, the 43rd highest total paid per county in July.

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$98,668 in County Sales Tax collected in July for Vermilion County

By J. C. Bland | Sep 12, 2025

In July, Vermilion County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Champaign County responsible for 9th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during July

By J. C. Bland | Sep 12, 2025

Champaign County residents paid just under $4 million in sales taxes, the ninth highest total paid per county in July.

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Ford County residents rank 97th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for July

By J. C. Bland | Sep 11, 2025

Ford County residents paid $51,615 in sales taxes, ranking 97th in total sales taxes paid per county in July.

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$36,448 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in July for Piatt County

By J. C. Bland | Sep 11, 2025

In July, Piatt County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Vermilion County residents pay $203,313 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in July

By J. C. Bland | Sep 10, 2025

In July, Vermilion County saw a decrease in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Piatt County taxpayers give $113,585 in County School Facility Tax in July

By J. C. Bland | Sep 9, 2025

In July, Piatt County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Vermilion County collects $229,360 in Countywide Sales Tax in July

By J. C. Bland | Sep 8, 2025

In July, Vermilion County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Champaign County residents pay approximately $2.5 million in County School Facility Tax in July

By J. C. Bland | Sep 7, 2025

In July, Champaign County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Piatt County residents pay $20,288 in County Sales Tax in July

By J. C. Bland | Sep 6, 2025

In July, Piatt County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Ford County taxpayers give $37,809 in Countywide Sales Tax in July

By J. C. Bland | Sep 5, 2025

In July, Ford County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Community Safety & Justice Division hosts quarterly meeting with Blueprint Partners

By D. A. Bass | Sep 5, 2025

The Community Safety & Justice Division held its quarterly strategic meeting with Blueprint Partners and the evaluation team for the Community Gun Violence Reduction Blueprint.

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Champaign Police investigate stabbing incident involving first responders

By A. C. Schell | Sep 5, 2025

Champaign Police are investigating a stabbing that injured three first responders on Thursday night.

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Rep. Mary Miller posts criticism of immigration policies and announces Fox Business appearance

By A. C. Schell | Sep 5, 2025

On September 5, 2025, Rep. Mary Miller posted several statements criticizing federal immigration policy and state funding decisions related to undocumented immigrants.

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Champaign City Council cancels September 9, 2025 regular study session

By J. C. Bland | Sep 5, 2025

The City of Champaign has announced the cancellation of its Regular Study Session that was scheduled for Tuesday, September 9, 2025.