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Decatur man accused of sex crime and battery back in court
By Maria Chen
Rich Miller: House Democrats tell Welch to stay out of choosing his successor
Maria Chen
Maria Chen
Reporter · Decatur, IL
With a degree in Community Development from the University of Illinois, Maria has dedicated her 4 years of reporting to local grassroots movements and community engagement. Previously at the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette, she brings a deep knowledge of local cultures and neighborhoods.
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House Democrats want an open process to choose Chris Welch’s successor as speaker. Women will hold a majority of the caucus, and competing factions will need to work together.
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