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Sangamon County Fair returns Wednesday
Sangamon County Fair returns Wednesday with rides, livestock shows, and family entertainment.
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With jumpsuits, wigs and dance moves, these young boys and teens keep Elvis’ legacy alive
Nearly 50 years after Elvis Presley 's death, a gaggle of exuberant young boys and teens shook up his hometown, intent on keeping the king's legacy alive for a new generation.
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‘Scary Movie’ tops box office, slaying ‘Masters of the Universe’ and adding to low-budget streak
The summer box office is booming — but not because of the usual suspects. After three weeks of indie horror dominance at the box office, the slasher spoof "Scary Movie" topped ticket sales with $55 million over the weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday, easily besting the far-from-mighty "Masters of the Universe."
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Tony winners thank voice teachers and babysitters as Broadway crowns ‘Schmigadoon!’
The most infectiously joyous of awards shows, the Tonys often feel like a summer camp reunion — make that a theater camp reunion — except with tuxedoes and gowns replacing the shorts and tees.
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Balloon portion of Balloons Over 66 to return after brief cancellation
Balloons Over 66 announced Tuesday it would discontinue the portion due to a lack of "consistent support" and "financial backing" needed to fly the balloons.
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Springfield first responders mark National Doughnut Day with doughnut-eating contest
The Salvation Army partners with first responders because tradition calls for feeding doughnuts to American heroes.
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It’s time to run Route 66
Tourism Chief, Scott Dahl, guest runner for the 5k, Dean Karnazes, and a part of the festivities, Alex Klymco all "ran" to the WTAX Morning Newswatch to tell Will Stevenson all about the fun!
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UPDATE: Actor permanently banned from ‘The Muni’ following sexual harassment investigation
The actor in question is being permanently banned, and The Muni wants anyone else who may have been a victim to contact the organization as soon as possible.
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Choose ‘Trainspotting’: Ewan McGregor and Danny Boyle reflect on the life-changing film
Ewan McGregor, for a fleeting moment after "Trainspotting" came out, felt like a rock star. The kinetic film about four heroin addicts in late-1980s Scotland was and, 30 years later, remains defining — in his career, in the culture and in his understanding of what true artistic satisfaction can feel like.
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What to watch for at the Tony Awards on Broadway’s biggest night
Twenty-four shows on Broadway received Tony Award nominations this season, but not all will walk away with a trophy and the box office attention they usually bring.
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Illinois bill limits how social media companies can target feeds to children
The measure passed with unanimous support in both chambers.
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Inside Obama’s presidential museum opening this month: The cost, the books and a beehive
A look at the numbers behind the former President Barack Obama's presidential museum.
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From shamrocks to hearts: Where proceeds from the St. Patrick’s Day parade are going this year
"My Heart's Downtown" says their efforts are already working.
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Dutch court allows rapper Ye concerts in the Netherlands
A judge in Amsterdam on Wednesday rejected an appeal by a Jewish organization to block two performances by the rapper Ye, formerly Kanye West, ruling that the concerts are not a threat to public order.
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Shia LaBeouf gets probation after pleading guilty to punching bargoers during Mardi Gras
Actor Shia LaBeouf was sentenced to probation Wednesday after pleading guilty to punching three people outside a New Orleans bar during Mardi Gras.
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Caleb Williams strikes jump-throw pose for Madden NFL 27 cover
Being featured on the game's cover is “like my childhood dream was coming true,” Williams said.
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Lawyers for Lively and Baldoni battle in a New York court despite settling claims weeks ago
On Monday, lawyers for Blake Lively were back in court, trying to get a judge to make Baldoni pay her legal bills plus other penalties. They said she's entitled to the money under a California law because Justin Baldoni's countersuit, which claimed she had defamed and extorted him, was thrown out last year by a judge.
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Alumni continue to push back against Gies Memorial Stadium renaming
"The University of Illinois dedicated their proposed stadium as a memorial to the soldiers, sailors and marines of the state of Illinois," Reick said.
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Donut Day happens Friday, brings awareness to Salvation Army
A donut eating contest supporting the Salvation Army is scheduled for Friday, June 5.
