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Chicago

Fireworks buyers flock to neighboring states

Jim Talamonti | The Center Square - July 3, 2026

“I’m going to estimate around 85% of them come from Illinois, since we’re so close to Illinois. We’re right on the border there,” Delimat told The Center Square. #centersquare #fireworks #independence

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Decatur Recognized for Installing 1,000 Smoke Alarms Through Statewide Safety Initiative

Silence DoGood - May 1, 2026

According to officials, the Decatur Fire Department has installed more than 1,000 alarms across 602 households, helping protect 1,318 residents since joining the program. #alarms #firesafety #decatur

Community

Spring Forward Safely: Illinois Fire Officials Urge Residents to Test and Replace Smoke and CO Alarms

Silence DoGood - March 6, 2026

If an alarm is not working or has expired, residents are urged to replace it immediately with a 10-year sealed battery model and practice a fire-escape drill with their families. #fire #alarms #spring

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