Decatur Local News – Wednesday, January 1st, 2025

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Wednesday, January 1st, 2025

Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ In Decatur, Illinois, law enforcement and towing companies are collaborating to prevent DUI incidents on New Year's Eve by offering advice and affordable towing services. WAND

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ Illinois DCFS Director Heidi Mueller aims to improve child care by reducing hospital stays and increasing residential treatment beds, while also enhancing worker safety and staffing levels. ABC 20
➤ A Decatur woman, Brenda Wilcott, was charged with a class 3 felony for allegedly attempting to vote twice in the 2024 General Election. Fox Illinois

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