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An exhibit that examines the circus history of Petersburg, Ill is currently running at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. The exhibit, which runs through Dec. 8, features photos of the acrobats, clowns, stunt-riders and other performers who made their home in Petersburg. It also offers unique artifacts, from clown shoes to a contortionist’s jacket to juggling clubs.

After a lengthy budget process Illinois Governor JB Pritzker officially signed the fiscal year 2027 state budget package on Tuesday. According to a press release from the Governor’s office, the $55.9 billion balanced General Funds budget continues seven years of fiscal progress while prioritizing affordability for working families through housing support, food assistance, tax relief measures, and investments in education and healthcare — all without raising taxes on working people.

A 28-year-old man from Athens has been sentenced to 28 years in prison for sexual exploitation of a child and possession of child pornography. Christopher Wagy was sentenced on June 9th. During the hearing, U.S. District Judge Colleen Lawless found that Wagy’s clear pattern of behavior showed he presented a risk of reoffending and that the sentence imposed was necessary to protect the public. United States Attorney Gregory M.

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Rod Stewart is facing criticism after canceling a scheduled concert in California and later appearing at a World Cup match in Boston. The singer’s team announced that the show had been called off because he was dealing with an upper respiratory infection and laryngitis. The condition affected his voice, which made it difficult for him to perform. The cancellation frustrated some fans, especially after Stewart was seen attending Scotland’s World Cup game only hours later.

John Williams has reached another major milestone in his longtime collaboration with Steven Spielberg. New details about Disclosure Day reveal that the acclaimed composer recorded more than two hours of music for the upcoming film, marking the pair’s 30th feature film together. The score was developed over a six month period, giving Williams additional time to shape the music and refine key themes.

Culture Club has released a new version of its signature hit Karma Chameleon, bringing modern technology into one of the band’s most recognizable songs. The updated recording arrives as Boy George celebrates his 65th birthday and introduces a fresh take on the 1983 classic. The new release features newly recorded vocals from Boy George, with AI technology used to help recreate elements of the vocal tone associated with his younger years.

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AlexShadyuk / Depositphotos.com If you never got around to that “spring cleaning” you planned to do, you still have a few more days of spring left if you wanna squeeze it in. But be careful:  Some “cleaning” is not doing anything. There’s a new article on “cleaning mistakes that are making your home dirtier,” and here are a few highlights: 1. Forgetting to clean the things you use to clean. The equipment we use to clean ALSO needs to be clean:  Vacuums, washing machines, and toilet brushes. 2.

Savvatexture / Depositphotos.com “Toy Story 5” hits theaters Friday. Before we get introduced to new characters, do you have a favorite from the first four films? People on Ranker.com are voting on the best characters in the series. Here are the Top 20 1. Sheriff Woody 2. Buzz Lightyear 3. Slinky Dog 4. Rex 5. Hamm 6. The Little Green Men a.k.a. the Aliens 7. Mr. Potato Head 8. Bullseye 9. Jessie 10. Andy’s dachshund Buster 11. Mrs. Potato Head 12. Bo Peep 13. Sarge, the leader of the Green Army Men 14.