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4 weeks ago
Chicago Bears call on state legislature to pass bill and provide momentum for suburban stadium
The Bears have the plans drawn up for the indoor stadium but need a mega bill to pass in Springfield in October to supply momentum for the construction.
4 weeks ago
Man wanted, accused of shooting at officers before house ended up on fire
David Jordan, 70, Gibson City, is accused of shooting two officers, after which his home ended up on fire.
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Battle of the beers at the Illinois State Fair
“For the past ten years, we went from about forty breweries to over 300 breweries,” said Ray Stout, executive director of the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild.
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Judge denies ex-Speaker Madigan’s request to remain out of prison during appeal
As an Oct. 13 prison report date gets closer, Madigan hires experienced appellate team.
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Michele Pankow becomes first woman to be named Illinois State Fire Marshal
"It feels strange to say it, but it's nice for sure," Pankow said with a smile when asked about her new title.
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DHS Secretary Noem defends ICE tactics in second Illinois visit
Many cities or states who don’t cooperate with ICE say that it discourages immigrants who’ve been victims of crimes or witnesses from coming forward.
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Apollo 13 moon mission leader James Lovell dies at 97
Lovell died Thursday in Lake Forest, Illinois, NASA said in a statement on Friday.
4 weeks ago
Train hits pedestrian at 10th Street tracks
Police are continuing to investigate. Roads and the tracks are closed.
4 weeks ago
Another WNBA game, again in Chicago, disrupted by a sex toy tossed onto the court
The WNBA said any spectators throwing objects onto the court will face at least a one-year ban and prosecution from law enforcement.
4 weeks ago
Closure of Midwest-based newspaper chain leaves dozens of communities without a news source
News Media Corp. is based in Rochelle, Illinois.
4 weeks ago
UPDATE: Tentative deal between teachers union, Dist. 186
Ratification meeting next week. School Board must also approve the deal.
4 weeks ago
United Airlines resolves tech issue that grounded flights, but travel disruptions continue
About 35% of all the airline’s flights on Wednesday were delayed and 7% — 218 flights — were canceled, according to FlightAware, a website that tracks flight disruptions.
4 weeks ago
Mortgage rates fall to 10‑month low, offering relief for Springfield, Illinois buyers
Redfin Real Estate reports on dropping mortgage rates in the Springfield, IL metro area.
4 weeks ago
UPDATE: Two die when helicopter crashes into a barge in the Mississippi River
The state patrol said no one was on the barge when the crash happened, and the fire has been extinguished.
4 weeks ago
Ulrich named UIS head volleyball coach
Ulrich comes to UIS after four seasons as the head coach at St. Mary's University in San Antonio, Texas.
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Let the Illinois State Fair begin!
Costello touts infrastructure; Stratton eyes slushy, corn
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Illinois football announces sellout for Ohio State clash
The Battle for Illibuck, a wooden turtle trophy exchanged between the two teams when they play, will be one of the most high-stakes clashes in recent history.
4 weeks ago
U of I leaders celebrate youth, agriculture, and community at Ag Day 2025
On display during Ag Day were projects across hundreds of categories — from robotics and engineering to livestock and nutrition.