Benton is a city in Franklin County, Illinois, with a population of approximately 7,076.
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Illinois Republicans press Democrats for answers on Rep. Harry Benton’s removal from caucus
Illinois Republicans press Democrats for answers on Rep. Harry Benton’s removal from caucus Chicago Tribune
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S.I. Comic Con 2026 Set to Save the Day in Benton
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NewsMAR 07, 2026
Benton High School (IL) Basketball
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