Clinton Wins New Hampshire Primary Upsets Obama
Hillary Clinton defeated Barack Obama in New Hampshire, rallying her White House bid after a prior Iowa third place. John McCain surged to the Republican nomination contention, pledging victories in Michigan and South Carolina as he praised a comeback.
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John McCain
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Barack Obama
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Locals disagree on whether primaries make a difference
Two politically active locals differ on presidential candidate choice and on the impact of the nation’s first primary. The piece notes their views amid New Hampshire polling and references continuing coverage on page 3A.
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Lawmakers reopen gambling debate over Illinois casinos
Illinois lawmakers opened a new year with a contested gambling expansion plan. A House committee heard a broad proposal for new casinos and more slot machines at existing venues, but no vote occurred. Casino officials opposed the plan citing higher taxes on slots, market dilution, and indoor smoking ban issues.
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Springfield
Illinois
House
Illinois Casino and Gaming Association
Tom Swoik
West Frankfort approves new ambulance purchase
West Frankfort council voted to authorize financing for a $116,071 American Response Vehicles ambulance. The vehicle will replace no current unit, serving as a reserve and emergency backup with limited use, after addressing price and need concerns during the Tuesday night meeting.
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Jack Warren
Public Works
Public Safety
Leon Sailliez
Sailliez
Wes Taylor
Tornado Watches Reported Across Four Counties in Southern Illinois
Tornado watches were issued in Alexander Union Johnson and Pulaski counties along with strong winds and thunderstorms across Southern Illinois on Tuesday. No damages or injuries were reported by sheriffs offices or neighboring counties. Meteorologist Kevin Smith cautioned about possible hail and isolated tornadoes amid unstable warm air from the Gulf meeting cold air. Flight operations at Williamson County Airport were unaffected despite the unusual weather.
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Union
Johnson
Pulaski
Illinois
Kevin Smith
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Franklin
Williamson
Lee Doughty
Williamson County
Smith
Gulf of Mexico
Owensboro
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