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Thursday, June 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of June.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Superintendent Rochelle Clark said that a two-year crackdown on student discipline in Decatur Public Schools—featuring increased expulsions for violence—has reduced incidents. Herald & Review
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At its June 17 meeting, the Coalition of Neighborhood Organizations will meet at 5:30 p.m. in the Madden Room at the public library on North Franklin Street where acting director Lacie Elzy will discuss Decatur’s new micro-transit and bus route rescheduling from 6 to 6:30 p.m.—citizens are encouraged to bring neighborhood ideas. Now Decatur
- ➤ The Illinois Legislature passed a bill that bans the use of AI therapy bots and only allows AI transcriptions when a patient consents. If the governor signs it, the new law will require human-led therapy sessions and make Illinois the first state to implement such a measure. WCIA
- ➤ The Illinois Department of Transportation announced its annual photo contest on June 11th and is inviting the public to submit original photos that show transportation connecting communities until June 20th. The contest (IDOT Photo Contest) will select three finalists based on creativity and impact, and winners (who will have their photo featured online) will receive a certificate of recognition. Now Decatur
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Decatur Memorial Hospital began distributing tight-fitting sleeping sacks to newborns last month to help lower the risk of sudden infant death syndrome. The hospital has given out nearly 40 sacks so far and has 1,100 ready to be used — the supplies will continue through 2026. WCIA
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Jersey Tenors Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Lincoln Square Theater — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience a thrilling fusion of opera classics and rock hits from legends like Queen and Elton John.
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Billy Currington Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — Ticket prices range from $51 to $898 — Catch Billy Currington live in Decatur for a night of country music.
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Band On The Run - Tribute to Paul McCartney
7-8:30 p.m. — Lincoln Square Theater — Cost information not specified — Experience an electrifying tribute to the legendary sounds of Paul McCartney & Wings.
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