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  1. Champaign County, Illinois is dealing with road construction closures, handling election nominations, and scrutiny over a secretary appointment.

A political scheme involving Carol Ammons, an Illinois state representative, is linked to her district in Champaign County.

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A political scheme involving Carol Ammons, an Illinois state representative, is linked to her district in Champaign County.

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  1. Husband's office under investigation for misuse of funds.1 source
  2. Carol Ammons was indicted on corruption charges related to state funds in Illinois.Sub-event
  3. Her husband, the County Clerk, was charged in a political scheme linked to Carol Ammons.1 source
  4. Carol Ammons faces federal indictment over misconduct allegations.1 source
  5. Staff allegedly used congressional resources for political activity, prompting legal and political reactions.1 source
  6. Carol Ammons and colleagues used their official positions to direct state grant money.1 source
  7. Political issues in Champaign County involve a representative's scheme and the current leadership of the Illinois House.1 source
  8. Carol Ammons devised a scheme to defraud state and taxpayers.1 source

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