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4 weeks ago
Texas Democrats plea for donations to extend their walkout and block Trump’s redistricting plan
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, a Democrat and billionaire, has welcomed the Texas lawmakers to his state but said he has not financially supported them.
4 weeks ago
More than 1,000 United Airlines flights delayed in the US due to technology problem
An alert on the Federal Aviation Administration website said all United flights destined for Chicago were halted at their departing airports.
4 weeks ago
Complaint: Council meeting is too short
Citizen Pacha says of upper-level staff turnover: "Rats fleeing a sinking ship."
4 weeks ago
Stick around for this attraction
Ag director Costello lauds artist Sarah Pratt: “Year after year she churns out an amazing sculpture.”
1 month ago
Crime of the Week: Help needed investigating Retail Theft from near west side business
Two men used a fraudulent credit card to purchase gift cards.
1 month ago
Girls Scouts make cookie delivery to Springfield Memorial Hospital
The donations were supported by a community fundraising drive held in June.
1 month ago
Legislation signed allowing for less-regular parking placard requests for disabled residents
"This law addresses a real problem by cutting red tape and making state government work better for the people it serves."
1 month ago
Illinois ends landmark ‘Eat.Move.Save.’ program, impacting over 1 million residents and 200 jobs
The decision comes as federal funding for SNAP-Education was cut, despite data showing the program’s proven impact.
1 month ago
Pritzker talks redistricting on ‘The Late Show’
"Donald Trump's trying to steal five seats from the people," said Gov. Pritzker.
1 month ago
Woman sentenced to prison for role in 2018 murder
Katherine Smith got 13 years in prison, but also credit for the more than 2,000 days already spent in jail.
1 month ago
Ball-Chatham Schools add tech and safety enhancement to buses to keep students safe
“The safety of our students is always our top priority,” said Superintendent Dr. Becca Lamon.
1 month ago
McDonald’s posts better-than-expected sales as chicken strips, Minecraft meal drive traffic
A meal tied to “A Minecraft Movie,” which was offered in 100 countries starting in April, drove customers back to stores.
