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Warren Buffett’s successor eyes selling off Berkshire Hathaway’s 325 million Kraft Heinz shares
Kraft Heinz warned investors Tuesday that Berkshire Hathaway may be interested in selling its 325 million shares in the name brand food giant that Buffett helped create back in 2015.
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A former flight attendant posed as a pilot and received hundreds of free flights, US authorities say
The indictment did not identify the airlines except to say they are based in Honolulu, Chicago and Fort Worth, Texas.
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An animal control deal, though not everybody is happy
Enforcement service is "substandard," says Ald. Williams.
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Praise of Jordan ahead of pending District 186 board vote as next superintendent
"I am deeply honored by this opportunity, and humbled that you have selected me to serve as leader of this district."
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Expert: Disabled individuals are just as capable at work as anyone else
A recent UIS study shows that people with special needs can meet the same job demands as those without them.
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GOP suggests Safe-T Act ‘tweaks’
Give judges more latitude, make all felonies detainable.
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Two wanted for theft; identified through new Sheriff’s app
Despite being identified quickly, the two suspects are still wanted.
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Durbin hopes this is the year for credit card competition bill
All those three percent fees add up.
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Meet ‘Dream’ – Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week
Dream is back at the shelter, and doesn't want to be there.
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New CEO of Springfield Clinic named
Birenbaum becomes the eighth CEO in the Clinic’s 86-year history starting March 16.
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Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach names foundation director
As Foundation Director, Oldenburg will lead the strategy and implementation of all fundraising efforts for Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach.
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Illinois lawmakers’ 2026 theme: affordability
Democrats seeking to capitalize on Trump-driven chaos during election year session.
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Retail scholarship challenge launched by Illinois Retail Merchants Association
The competition is the first of its kind in the state, and open to all Illinois high school seniors with a passion for innovation, problem-solving, and making an impact.
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Illinoisans invited to celebrate nation’s 250th birthday through service
Volunteers can log hours with Serve Illinois and receive a commemorative certificate throughout 2026.
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Caleb Williams and the Bears see bigger things in store after making strides under Ben Johnson
“To bring life, to bring joy, to bring excitement, to being a Chicago Bears fan, to be able to cheer for us,” Williams said Monday.
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Jonathan Toews gets standing ovation in return to Chicago with the Winnipeg Jets
Toews waved and patted his heart as he was showered with cheers and chants of “Jonny! Jonny!” during a timeout in the first period. It was his first game at the United Center since he signed with the Jets on July 1.
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No vote yet on District 186 superintendent selection
A school board member discusses the hiring process for superintendent.
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UPDATE: Earthquake reported southeast of Springfield early Tuesday
Magnitude 3.8 centered near Pana and Taylorville.
