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What did former FBI director write about his meetings with Trump? Read the memos here.

'No daredevils': 'Black Panther' stunt performers share experiences at Millikin

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'No daredevils': 'Black Panther' stunt performers share experiences at Millikin

VALERIE WELLS Herald & Review

DECATUR — Professional stunt performers agree: The most dangerous stunt is the one in which the performer is set on fire.

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What did former FBI director write about his meetings with Trump? Read the memos here.

What did former FBI director write about his meetings with Trump? Read the memos here.

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April rural bankers survey drops slightly in April

April rural bankers survey drops slightly in April

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House unanimously OKs Comptroller's payroll off-shoring ban

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'Embrace your voice': Take Back the Night participants speak out against sexual violence

Luke Stokowski following in brother's footsteps for Monticello baseball

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Affidavit: Decatur woman assaults Macon County Jail corrections officer

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Affidavit: Decatur woman assaults Macon County Jail corrections officer

2 hospitalized after 2-car crash on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive

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2 hospitalized after 2-car crash on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive

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67-year-old man dies from injuries in crash on Decatur's north side

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67-year-old man dies from injuries in crash on Decatur's north side

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PHOTOS: Lockhart’s Barber College Provides Free Haircuts for DPS Students

Five at 5: Shelbyville couple suing DCFS over handgun ban and 4 other stories to see

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Five at 5: Shelbyville couple suing DCFS over handgun ban and 4 other stories to see

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PHOTOS: Sangamon Valley/Tri-City Girls Softball vs Lincolnwood

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Lester, Heyward lead Cubs past Cardinals 8-5 ⚾

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Book review: ‘Islandborn,’ Junot Diaz’s first kids’ book is a vivid celebration of Caribbean heritage

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Dear Abby: Brother's fiancee is unaware of his hidden opiate addiction

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Illinois to start program to boost retirement savings

House panel moves to curb food stamps, renew farm subsidies

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House panel moves to curb food stamps, renew farm subsidies

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April 19 Buzz

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