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Illinois hit hard by newspaper closures | First Listen

By Sean Crawford

Published December 9, 2024 at 6:48 AM CST

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First Listen for Dec. 9, 2024:

- 2024 saw more newspaper closures in Illinois.

- Donald Trump's pick to head the Department of Health and Human Services may clash with some laws in Illinois. But he also may find common ground.

- The Shelby County Coroner has died in what is believed to be an accidental drowning.

- A former Illinois lawmaker is being compelled to testify in the racketeering and corruption trial of Michael Madigan.