Suspect arrested in JonBenet Ramsey murder case
John Mark Karr, 42, a former teacher, was arrested in Thailand for the 1996 JonBenet Ramsey slaying. The Ramseys’ attorney Lin Wood called it vindication, noting Patsy Ramsey died last year. Police tracked Karr online after months of investigation and a source said Karr confessed to elements of the crime. District Attorney Mary Lacy said details would be released Thursday.
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Carbondale remembers Dana MacCrimmon firefighter and mother
Dana MacCrimmon, Carbondale’s first female firefighter hired in 1998, was remembered as a caring mother and friend who touched many lives. Hundreds gathered at the Carbondale Civic Center to honor the 45 year old, who died Friday at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. A symbol of dedication, she welcomed families at the firehouse and inspired colleagues with her unwavering commitment.
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Democrats seek unity as Obama downplays Illinois rifts at state fair
At the Illinois State Fair the Democrats push unity amid a federal probe of Governor Blagojevich. Barack Obama calls infighting a minor, voters demand agendas on health care and costs, while labor leader John Penn says concerns center on gas prices and the war.
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Mount Vernon man admits killing woman in domestic dispute
Mount Vernon police say 39 year old Jeffery Stencil confessed to killing Sheila Monaghan in a domestic dispute at a home on 15th Street. The Jefferson County coroner reported multiple blows to the head with a hammer.
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SIUC readies year with student government reform talks
SIUC officials preview a busy 2006-07 year as Chancellor Walter Wendler and former student government president Nate Brown push for reform to boost student participation. Less than half the seats are filled and few are elected, prompting plans to engage students in university decision making.
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