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Madigan found guilty on several counts; jury deadlocked on others
SUMMARY: The jury in the corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan and his associate Michael McClain announced they are deadlocked after agreeing on 17 counts, while struggling with 12 others. Madigan was found guilty on 10 counts and not guilty on seven, but the jury deadlocked on six. He faces charges of running a criminal enterprise for personal gain, which he denies, asserting he was unaware of McClain’s actions. The trial has revealed Madigan’s secretive political tactics, garnering it a reputation as a significant breach of public trust in Illinois.
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Thousands without power, widespread damage from Missouri tornadoes
SUMMARY: Severe weather and tornadoes caused widespread damage across Missouri, with heavy winds and power outages impacting many areas. North St. Louis County experienced downed power lines, and a fire spread to homes after tree branches fell on power lines. Thousands remain without power, with over 477,000 in St. Louis County alone. The storm’s impact also included fires caused by barbecue pits and debris scattered across streets. Officials urge caution around downed power lines and flooded areas. Power restoration may take days or even weeks in some locations. Drivers are warned about high water hazards, and several rescues have been made.

Close to 150000 buildings are without power Saturday morning and sunlight will soon shed light on neighborhood damage after …
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Nashville girls basketball rides dream season to state championship
SUMMARY: Nashville girls basketball clinched the Illinois Class 2A State title with a 55-29 victory over Poria Notre Dame in 2025, marking their first championship since 2013. This hard-won victory avenged last year’s loss to the same team. The Hornets, boasting a 32-3 record, credited their success to off-season dedication and community support. Team members emphasized the importance of teamwork and sacrifice, believing this championship could be the start of sustained success. With a roster filled with underclassmen, including key players like Samantha and Summer Brinkman, Nashville aims to add more banners in the coming years.

The Hornettes also got some revenge on their way to a Class 2A title.
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Ameren Missouri readies crews for storm, possible outages ahead
SUMMARY: Ameren Missouri is preparing for storm-related power outages, with winds already affecting parts of the state. Around 30,000 customers are without power as the storm moves closer to Saint Charles County. Emergency officials urge residents to stay updated on weather conditions and have a shelter plan in place. Ameren’s teams are monitoring the storm, which could bring tornadoes and high winds, while prioritizing customer restoration and employee safety. They advise people to avoid downed power lines and stay cautious around traffic signals during outages. Crews are positioned across the state for a swift response.

Ameren Missouri strategically placed crews in various parts of the state Friday in anticipation of a storm expected to leave behind power outages. FOX 2’s Jeff Bernthal reports.
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