While The Illinois Department of Natural Resources says a recent sighting in Taylorville was just a large cat, everyone knows bobcats are making a comeback. In fact, they are becoming a problem for many downstate residents.
Representative Wayne Rosenthal of Morrisonville says there are efforts to allow the cats to be hunted:
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Rosenthal represents Illinois' 98th District.