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Michigan man gets prison in body parts probe

DETROIT (AP) — A Michigan man who supplied cadavers and body parts for medical training was sentenced Tuesday to nine years in prison for failing to disclose that they were infected with hepatitis or HIV.

 

Electrical fault in cooler blamed for University Liquors fire

NORMAL — The fire that heavily damaged a Normal liquor store last week was caused by an electrical problem in a cooler’s refrigeration system, investigators said Monday.

 

Road closing: Miller closed for sewer work

Mill Street, Bloomington — Mill Street, from Allin Street west to the alley, is closed to through traffic for sewer repairs until further notice.

 

Volunteers needed to place flags for Memorial Day

BLOOMINGTON — VFW Post 454 in Bloomington is inviting the public to help place flags on the graves of military veterans ahead of the Memorial Day holiday weekend.

 

These steps can reduce allergy symptoms

NORMAL — The sudden, severe allergy season means that thousands of Central Illinoisans with spring allergies are sniffling, sneezing, tearing up and coughing.

 

Solar farm proposal draws opposition in Woodford

EUREKA — A proposal to build a solar farm on the outskirts of Eureka is drawing protests from nearby city residents who plan to attend a Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on Tuesday to speak out against it.

 

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