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Friday, March 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Decatur Police Chief Shane Brandel and Sheriff Jim Root discussed at a business luncheon how the no cash bail legislation and law enforcement strategies have impacted crime trends, with a focus on decreasing violent crime and operational improvements. Herald & Review
- ➤ The 2025 St Teresa Mega Raffle begins, offering a $100,000 grand prize, with Byers & Co podcast featuring discussions on the raffle's impact on school programs and scholarships. Now Decatur
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A brother and sister from Decatur were sentenced to 24 and 30 years in federal prison, respectively, for kidnapping a local businessman in 2022 and demanding a $400,000 ransom. WAND
- ➤ Brian R. Lewis of Decatur, Illinois, was sentenced to 63 months in prison for possession of child pornography, with a subsequent six years of supervised release and a mandate to pay restitution to victims. Fox Illinois
- ➤ The Macon County Sheriff's Office warns residents about increasingly sophisticated phone scams impersonating law enforcement to demand payments. WAND
- ➤ After over a decade, arrests were made in the 2011 murder of Caleb Witty in Decatur, with the court case against the suspects still unfolding. WAND
- ➤ Multiple law enforcement agencies conducted an operation at a downtown Decatur apartment, detaining at least two people and removing several boxes. WAND
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Illinois Republican lawmakers express concerns over a Democratic bill aiming to introduce state oversight for homeschooling, requiring parents to notify school districts and verify educational credentials. WAND
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Mardi Paws Fundraiser for the Humane Society of Decatur
The Humane Society of Decatur is hosting a Mardi Paws fundraiser featuring live music and snacks to support local animal welfare.
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Alice in Wonderland Jr - A Journey Through Wonderland
Alice navigates the whimsical world of Wonderland in this vibrant retelling featuring beloved characters and music from the Disney classic.
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All American Circus
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Decatur Civic Center — $20 Adults, $8 Children — Experience the thrill of the circus with fun for the whole family!
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