The Illinois Radio Network has compiled its list of Top Stories for 2012. While some are statewide or even national issues, others hit close to home. Here are the stories:
1: Harrisburg Tornado
2: 2012 Drought
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Illinois Radio Network's Ryan Hermes reports on the 2012 Drought.
3: Facility Closures
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Illinois Radio Network's Dave Dahl reports on the ongoing battle over facility closures.
4: Pensions
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Illinois Radio Network's Jim Anderson recaps the battle over pensions in the state.
5: Congress
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Illinois Radio Network's Jim Anderson looks back at the 2012 Race for Congress in Illinois.
6: Corruption
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Illinois Radio Network's Nick Gale recounts 2012 in Illinois corruption.