The Illinois State Capitol was placed under lockdown and subsequently evacuated on Monday following a bomb threat reported through a 911 call, as stated by Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias. The Secretary of State police, responding to an Illinois State Police request, conducted a sweep for explosive devices. After thorough investigation, the threat was determined to be false, leading to the reopening of the Capitol.
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The Illinois State Capitol building has been evacuated Monday after a threatening 911 call, Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias said. https://t.co/FR0CeYFDdK
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⚠️Earlier today, the Illinois Secretary of State police responded to an Illinois State Police call of a bomb threat outside the Capitol in Springfield. A lockdown of the Capitol complex was initiated and a sweep was conducted for explosive devices.