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4 weeks ago

Who wants to be last?

Some candidates believe bottom ballot spot means a boost.

4 weeks ago

Sorry, NO election in Illinois Tuesday

Many calls and social media comments, but still no election Tuesday anywhere in Illinois.

4 weeks ago

Governor: No decision yet on end-of-life bill

"It was something that I didn't expect and didn't know was going to be voted on" during just-finished veto session.

4 weeks ago

Danville School District 118 dismisses students early following anonymous threat

District officials ensure families will be updated as more information becomes available after early dismissal on Monday morning.

4 weeks ago

Southern Illinois player strikes it rich with $1 million Holiday Gold scratch-off win

Fairview Heights resident wins top prize on $20 ticket purchased at local Sav-On Liquor & Wine.

4 weeks ago

Gun violence prevention action committee releases 2025 Gun Safety Report Card ahead of 2026 elections

The report highlights the lawmakers who supported reforms aimed at preventing dangerous individuals from obtaining firearms, safeguarding children and at-risk individuals from gun access, and strengthening enforcement of existing gun laws.

4 weeks ago

UPDATE: Arrest made in weekend Springfield shooting death

Christopher Coleman, 29, was originally arrested on unrelated charges.

4 weeks ago

UI prof on e-scooter popularity

Rideshares are up but bikeshares are down.

4 weeks ago

Fatal crash outrages IL Freedom Caucus

Coles County board member and his wife died; driver and passenger in other vehicle were undocumented.

4 weeks ago

Welcome dome

27-team softball tournament inaugurates Scheels Sports Park in "soft opening."

4 weeks ago

Sonya Massey’s family, friends speak in detail following second-degree murder conviction of Grayson

"I think we were looking for full justice.  We only got partial justice."

4 weeks ago

Video shows immigration agent punching restrained man after car collision turns into confrontation

"It is an outrage,” Biss said. “Our message for ICE is simple: Get the hell out of Evanston."

4 weeks ago

Man shot to death in Springfield early Saturday

Police say "This is an ongoing investigation."

4 weeks ago

Illinois lawmakers approve ban on immigration arrests near courthouses

Democratic Senate President Don Harmon, a lead sponsor, acknowledged the measure will face a court challenge.

4 weeks ago

‘They are literally targeting people.’ ICE comes to southern Illinois

Man detained at Spanish-speaking traffic court in Clinton County is a first in the area.

4 weeks ago

Lawsuit alleges ICE detainees denied access to counsel while held in ‘inhumane’ conditions

7th Circuit rules judge overstepped in ordering Bovino into court for daily check-ins.

4 weeks ago

Lawmakers approve $1.5B transit funding package without statewide tax increases

Funding for downstate transit agencies decreases from previous plan.

4 weeks ago

Highest scoring NBA players born in Illinois

Stacker compiled the highest scoring NBA players born in Illinois.

4 weeks ago

As clocks fall back, seasonal depression rises: What you need to know about SAD

Experts warn of increased symptoms as daylight saving time ends and sunlight wanes.

4 weeks ago

Illinois lottery player hits $850K jackpot on Halloween

Online Lucky Day Lotto ticket delivers sweet surprise with winning numbers drawn October 29.

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