Crime trends show regional gaps as murders rise and fall
Regional crime figures through 2006 show urban and rural areas diverging. Illinois urban counties saw modest murder declines while Chicago rose to 467 in 2006. rural counties doubled murders to 30. statewide arrests fell 16 percent from 2005 amid shifting drug and violence patterns.
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Archbishop Williams seeks unity amid Anglican gay bishop split
U S Episcopal bishops urge Archbishop Rowan Williams to hear their case in New Orleans as tensions rise over the consecration of openly gay bishop Gene Robinson. The 77 million member Anglican communion faces fractures as conservative provinces and U S dioceses consider aligning with overseas peers. Williams, arriving Thursday, must balance biblical debates, Lambeth Conference exclusions, and pressure from Nigeria's Archbishop Akinola and others to pledge not to authorize further gay bishop consecrations or same sex prayers.
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Mayors discuss age and leadership across region
West Frankfort and Marion leaders weigh age impact on mayoral duties noting both youth and experience offer benefits. Cole values quick action and campus approachability at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, while Butler emphasizes learning and listening. Marion voters’ council ranges from 30s to 60s, with leaders urging continued growth and results. Becky Malkovich contributed.
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