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Group names Chicago, New Orleans as U.S. murder capitals

February 23, 2023 The Center Square

Chicago recorded 697 total homicides in 2022, far more than any other city in the United States, but New Orleans had the highest murder rate per capita, according to a new report from a nonprofit research group.

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Illinois State Museum launches Route 66 collecting initiative

December 29, 2021 The Center Square

The Illinois State Museum announced Tuesday its Route 66 collecting initiative, which is focused on expanding the institution’s holdings of related historic objects ahead of 2026 exhibition marking the 100th anniversary of the Mother Road.

Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
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Cahokia Mounds introduces augmented reality experience

December 4, 2021 The Center Square

After five years of development, Cahokia Mounds is offering a new interpretive experience.

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
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Lawmakers call for mediation between Lincoln Library and Museum and foundation

April 19, 2021 The Center Square

Illinois lawmakers are urging representatives from the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation to work out their differences through mediation.

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Millions plan to travel for Thanksgiving despite COVID-19 concerns

November 25, 2020 The Center Square

More than 2 million Illinoisans are expected to travel this Thanksgiving holiday, despite advice from health experts.

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Washington joins Illinois, Ohio in banning dining-in at restaurants and bars

March 16, 2020 The Center Square

The state of Washington will follow Illinois, Ohio and other areas that are banning dining-in at restaurants and bars.

Illinois State Museum
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Illinois State Museum will close all facilities

March 16, 2020 The Center Square

The Illinois State Museum will close all its facilities, including its main facility in Springfield, its Research and Collections Center, Dickson Mounds Museum in Lewistown and the Lockport Gallery in Lockport.

A view of London, England
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Coronavirus brings the world, travel to a standstill

March 15, 2020 Sightseers’ Delight

The world has come to a standstill due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak, and museums, sporting venues and attractions worldwide have closed their doors.

Joshua Tree National Park
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Governors send letter in support of Recovering America’s Wildlife Act

October 17, 2019 Sightseers’ Delight

Governors from several states, including Ohio and Illinois, sent a letter to members of the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources in support of the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act.

Atlanta, Georgia
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This is the most-surveilled city in the United States

August 15, 2019 Sightseers’ Delight

The city may be too busy to hate, but it’s not too busy to watch.

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