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3 weeks ago

Progressive states revive push to tax the rich as wealth disparity deepens across the US

The Illinois Statehouse so far has not moved on imposing a millionaire tax

3 weeks ago

City is a step closer to buying this $445,000 armored truck

Williams wants budget cuts for all departments.

3 weeks ago

Hottest Marches in Illinois since 1895

Stacker compiled a ranking of the hottest Marches in Illinois since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information

3 weeks ago

UPDATE: Tornadoes kill 2 in northwestern Indiana and raze buildings in Kankakee, Illinois

Several tornadoes formed across northeastern Illinois and northwestern Indiana, but the exact number won’t be available until officials conduct damage surveys.

4 weeks ago

Nikki: Why are we in Iran?

Also: she hates negative ads, though they seem to work.

4 weeks ago

Rise in gas prices squeezing drivers and gas station owners

"I figured it was going to go up because of the war."

4 weeks ago

Responding to federal threat, legislation would protect Illinois waterways

The urgency comes as the Trump administration looks to roll back federal protections for some ‘seasonal’ waters that can temporarily dry up.

4 weeks ago

Biotechnology company to invest $1.5 billion in Illinois plasma-processing plan

‘We aren’t just celebrating jobs and buildings,’ state senator says.

4 weeks ago

Chicago Bears agree to deals with safety Coby Bryant, LB Devin Bush Jr., AP sources say

The 26-year-old Bryant — named after the Los Angeles Lakers great — was a key part of a defense that allowed the fewest points in the NFL and helped Seattle win its second Super Bowl championship last season.

4 weeks ago

No. 3 Michigan looks to repeat as Big Ten Tournament champion with bigger goals on horizon

Michigan, No. 8 Michigan State, No. 9 Illinois and No. 11 Nebraska earned byes through the first three rounds and will begin play in the quarterfinals on Friday.

4 weeks ago

Michigan’s Yaxel Lendeborg and Dusty May and Illinois’ Keaton Wagler take top AP All-Big Ten honors

Illinois' Keaton Wagler was the unanimous choice for freshman of the year in voting by a panel of 16 media members who cover the Big Ten.

4 weeks ago

UPDATE: Storms and tornadoes possible, but uncertainty remains -NWS

Tornadoes rated EF-3 are possible earlier, then more heavy rain and high winds overnight, says NWS.

4 weeks ago

Shelby County Sheriff’s deputies to answer calls in Moweaqua

"There will be a larger demand on the limited staff I have," said Shelby County Sheriff Brian McReynolds.

4 weeks ago

Springfield couple arrested after young girl tied up, severely beaten

Willie Wardlow III, 32, and Ashley Wardlow, 40, were arrested Sunday and face various charges.

4 weeks ago

Cuts are ahead for District 186

Also - board turns back a proposal to start school during the Illinois State Fair.

4 weeks ago

NWS: Severe weather an ‘enhanced’ possibility Tuesday

Hail and heavy rain may be the biggest threats.

4 weeks ago

Doctor’s 20-year quest helps baseball star Dick Allen reach the Hall of Fame

Champaign physician Dr. Fletcher turns decades-long advocacy into a book and upcoming documentary about the overlooked slugger and his legacy.

4 weeks ago

Proposal would force insurers to cover seizure detectors

The bill has bipartisan support.

4 weeks ago

Illinois food safety legislation targets heavy metals in baby food, harmful additives

The proposed legislation also addresses certain products, like dyes in processed foods.

4 weeks ago

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month highlights importance of early detection and screening

Medical experts say screenings are especially important because colorectal cancer is increasingly being diagnosed in younger adults.

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