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Monday, July 17
Single-vehicle crash on I-55 results in multiple injuries
Troopers' CPR saves motorcyclist after highway crash
Lifesaving tips on how to avoid heat-related problems Watch out for the vulnerable and pets
Illinois cooling centers open today Families encouraged to stay safe and healthy during hot temperatures
Second emerald ash borer infestation confirmed in the Chicago area
Local expert responds to emerald ash borer
C-SPAN's 'American Presidents: Life Portraits' exhibit at theAbraham Lincoln Presidential Library July 18-Aug. 24
Top Stories from the past week
July 15
I-55 accident leaves one critically injured
Golf event nets $18,400 to help purchase new mobile medical-dental unit for Logan County
Gov. Blagojevich proposes sweeping reforms to improve patient safety, reduce costly medical errors Governor proposes computerizing all prescriptions by 2011, signs executive order creating Division of Patient Safety
Kite tube recalled after two deaths, several dozen injuries
Dry June in Illinois
July 14
Citizens for Education looking for answers from Mount Pulaski school board
Man survives fall into grain at Chestnut
Expanded recycling services for Lincoln site
Standards for lead poisoning prevention increased
July 13
Telephone program helps hearing-impaired Lincoln woman gets the word out
Telephone voucher and loan programs help hard of hearing
State buildings in Springfield to be powered with wind energy
State announces more than $1 million in Women's Health Initiative grants Grants will help raise awareness and educate women about the health risks associated with common disease and health conditions
Illinois Racing Board hearings set for next week
July 12
City briefs
New Illinois legislative measures address nursing shortage and help retain forensic scientists
DCFS youth scholarships
July 11
City holds off pursuit of fire protection grant
IDOT takes steps to conserve fuel
July 10
Males equally at risk of partner violence, but media bias persists
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