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Spartan Soccer & Volleyball off to impressive starts

Spartan Soccer & Volleyball off to impressive starts

Plus, basketball & hockey start Friday!
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Spirit Christmas stores finally coming to Florida, here's where

Spirit Christmas stores finally coming to Florida, here's where

Florida is getting its first Spirit Christmas stores. Find out where they'll open and when.
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Sangamon County Animal Control Adoption Center Seeks Community Assistance Amid Full Shelters

Sangamon County Animal Control Adoption Center Seeks Community Assistance Amid Full Shelters

The Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center (SCAC) in Springfield, Illinois, is currently at full capacity and is appealing to the community for help. The center is urging residents to consider adopting or fostering cats directly from SCAC or through local rescue organizations like the Animal Protective League, which frequently takes animals from SCAC. Many cats are available for adoption, all of whom are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated according to their age. To encourage adoptions, Sangamon County is offering a discounted adoption fee of $35 per cat. The center also recommends adopting two cats, citing benefits such as increased joy for the adopters and providing the cats with a lifelong playmate and snuggle buddy, which can reduce anxiety and boredom for the animals. The Meow Mobile initiative is also highlighted as a resource for adoption and volunteering.
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High school football schedule for USA TODAY Sports Super 15 teams in Week 7

High school football schedule for USA TODAY Sports Super 15 teams in Week 7

In-state showdowns and highway matchups headline this week's slate of games across the country.
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Illinois EPA Seeks Chief Legal Counsel for Environmental Protection Act Enforcement

Illinois EPA Seeks Chief Legal Counsel for Environmental Protection Act Enforcement

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) is actively seeking an experienced Illinois-licensed attorney to fill the role of Chief Legal Counsel. This senior public service administrator position, based in Springfield, IL, requires extensive knowledge of the Illinois Environmental Protection Act and pollution-control regulations. The Chief Legal Counsel will report directly to the Director, providing crucial legal advice on complex environmental issues, ensuring the agency's compliance with regulations, and supporting leadership decisions. The role involves overseeing approximately 40 attorneys and support staff within the Division of Legal Counsel, directing both Regulatory and Enforcement Units. Key responsibilities include leading rulemaking and enforcement actions, representing the IEPA in administrative proceedings, and negotiating intergovernmental and pollution-control-related agreements. The application closing date for this position is October 13, 2026. The IEPA offers a competitive salar...
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American Eagle Outfitters Seeks Stock Associate for Evening Off-Hours in Springfield, IL

American Eagle Outfitters Seeks Stock Associate for Evening Off-Hours in Springfield, IL

American Eagle Outfitters Seeks Stock Associate for Evening Off-Hours in Springfield, IL
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USA TODAY Sports Super 15 Midwest region football rankings, Week 7

USA TODAY Sports Super 15 Midwest region football rankings, Week 7

See the latest Midwest Super 15 rankings as the high school football season prepares to flip the page to October.
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When is Caleb Williams coming back to the Bears?

When is Caleb Williams coming back to the Bears?

Here's what we know about Caleb Williams' status for the Bears.
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David Stearns addresses the media after a disappointing Mets season

David Stearns addresses the media after a disappointing Mets season

The Mets’ president of baseball operations spoke on regrets, optimism for the future
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Representatives Grothman and Garcia Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Combat Predatory Lending

Representatives Grothman and Garcia Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Combat Predatory Lending

Congressman Glenn Grothman of Wisconsin's Sixth District and Jesus “Chuy” Garcia of Illinois have co-introduced the Veterans and Consumers Fair Credit Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at protecting consumers from predatory lending practices. The proposed legislation seeks to extend the safeguards currently provided by the Military Lending Act to consumers nationwide. Additionally, the bill is designed to allow individual states to maintain and enforce stronger consumer protections where they already exist. Rep. Grothman emphasized that the bill would also preserve existing exceptions for mortgages, certain vehicle loans, and qualified federal credit union loans. He highlighted the detrimental impact of predatory lending, which can trap borrowers in cycles of debt, questioning why practices deemed too harmful for service members should be acceptable for the general public. The Veterans and Consumers Fair Credit Act has been referred to the U.S. House Committee on Financial Services for further consideration.
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College volleyball rankings after Week 5: Updated AVCA Coaches Poll

College volleyball rankings after Week 5: Updated AVCA Coaches Poll

Here's the latest AVCA Coaches Poll after the first week of conference play of the women's volleyball season, based on last week's results.
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Reports provides first information about PAC’s death, autopsy results weeks away

Reports provides first information about PAC’s death, autopsy results weeks away

The 40-year pro wrestler was found unresponsive in his car Sunday afternoon, and pronounced dead. Questions remain.