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Monday, November 26, 2012  A new ordinance takes effect inside bars and night clubs throughout Macomb this week.

Friday, August 17, 2012  Illinois College seeks to open a new dining center called "EinStein," allowing 21 year-old students to purchase no more than two beers with a meal.

Thursday, March 08, 2012  Macomb Council says they aren't banning large gatherings like the Wheeler Street block party, but trying to control them.

Wednesday, December 07, 2011  A panel from Western Illinois University, city officials and students met Wednesday night to gain feedback and suggestions in reference to the Wheeler Street Block Party in Macomb.

Monday, May 02, 2011  Macomb's police chief defends the officers who ended an out-of-control party Saturday.An annual block party near the Western Illinois University campus turned violent after visitors began assaulting police and vandalizing areas along Wheeler Street. Many people at the party caught the whole thing on camera.

Wednesday, March 23, 2011  Hannibal High School students hear from a drunk driving victim and have chance to win prom prizes.

Wednesday, March 16, 2011  Rinella Company launched their "Don't Be Sorry, Don't Provide" campaign Wednesday with a little help from the Illinois State Police.

Tuesday, December 22, 2009  The purpose of Operation Campus/Tap is to reduce and deter underage drinking in Illinois.

Tuesday, January 30, 2007  Underage drinking starts at the point of purchase; QPD did some spot-checking