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Every day, tens of thousands of people driving through Decatur glance at the vanishing letters painted on the sides of brick buildings throughout the city.But what do they see?

When the General Assembly convenes for its fall veto session on Tuesday, it will have a pair of gun control measures on its schedule, following the mass shooting in Las Vegas on Oct. 1. Lawmakers, gun owners and gun control…

LINCOLN — Police are investigating why a man left his bags when he got off a northbound train Friday morning in Lincoln, prompting the train to be stopped and the other passengers evacuated.

DECATUR — Although the leaves may be falling, it’s time to get lawns and landscaping ready for spring.

Source: Illinois Department of Revenue real estate transfer declaration sheets were submitted with the deeds recorded in the Macon County Recorder's Office. Dollar amounts represents the net sale price. Documents processed in October.

PROJECTS IN DECATUR

DECATUR — Looking back on her career, Andrea Fairchild said she didn't foresee taking any of the paths that led her to where she is today.

Americans have a love affair with food.

The Decatur Housing Authority is implementing a smoking ban for its properties due to new federal regulations, and residents are voicing their displeasure at the new rules.