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Page 9A reports a Benton note on a couple's nephew who continues a military tradition. Weather outlook for Sunday into Monday shows partly cloudy skies with scattered showers/thunderstorms, highs near 90 to 92, and 20–30 percent rain chances. tonight cooler with lows in the lower 70s. The Southern Illinoisan, 2002 Illinois Press Association General Excellence Award winner, offers subscriptions and online service.
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Union County eavesdropping case stirs political clashes
Union County public defender Patrick J. Cox faces felony charges including eavesdropping and official misconduct amid claims of political retaliation by State's Attorney John Bigler. Cox allegedly sought a teen to record a conversation related to accusations against a client, while Bigler defends his conduct as lawful prosecutorial work. The case, moving through Springfield's special prosecutor, centers on legal exemptions and potential framing claims tied to local politics.
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Shirk's in Pinckneyville adds exotic dancing amid dispute
Pinckneyville's Shirk's Banquet Center begins exotic nude dancing as city officials study an adult entertainment ordinance. Mayor Ron Shirk and booking agent Carol McDonald blame ministerial opposition for the decision, arguing the activity is protected by free speech while opponents vow to press ahead with further regulation.
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Senate race heats up with money and candidates
In the Illinois race for the 2004 U S Senate seat, multiple candidates announced plans to run as heavy fundraising begins. Blair Hull vows 40 million dollars. Andrew J McKenna Jr lists assets 5 to 10 million and 57 on his Senate finance committee. John Cox reports 5 to 15 million. See Senate page.
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Peter G. Fitzgerald
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Former Zeigler police chief charged with domestic battery
Harlen Ingersoll, 39, a former Zeigler police chief, was arrested after a late night incident with his ex-wife. He was stopped on Illinois 148 by Franklin County deputies and charged with domestic battery and possession of a firearm without a valid FOID. The Ingersolls' divorce was granted June 9.
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