Good morning, Decatur.

The Salvation Army launched an 8-week summer day camp on June 12 for students from kindergarten through 12th grade.

The camp runs Monday—Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.—providing academic enrichment and character development.

During Tuesday night's board meeting, Decatur Public Schools received an update from Superintendent Dr. Rochelle Clark on the plan to use expulsions to curb rising fights at DPS61 schools.

The board expelled 42 students in 2023-2024 and 22 in 2024-2025 (steps taken to improve campus safety).

Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co on June 12 to share his memories of Chap’s Amusement Park, discuss Decatur amenities like V8, and note low municipal election turnout — his comments were featured on the City Hall Insider podcast.

Secretary of State Giannoulias announced new steps on June 12 to stop Illinois agencies from sharing license plate reader data with out-of-state authorities by asking Flock Safety to shut off access plus calling on the Attorney General to investigate; an audit system will also be set up to ensure law enforcement using ALPR in Illinois follows the law.

On June 12th, 2025, Chuck Kuhle, Mark Huss, and Penn Shade joined Byers & Co on a podcast to talk about the Illinois Women’s Pro Tennis Championship at Fairview Park.

They shared insights on the event and explained its key details from yesterday.

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.

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.