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4 days ago
Springfield police warn of donation scam targeting shoppers on the west side
Scammers claim to be raising money for Boys and Girls Clubs.
4 days ago
Springfield EMTs accused in Earl Moore Jr. death won’t face trial until 2026
Both the prosecution and defense agreed to a potential May 11, 2026, trial date.
5 days ago
Sorry, NO election in Illinois Tuesday
Many calls and social media comments, but still no election Tuesday anywhere in Illinois.
5 days 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.
5 days 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.
5 days 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.
5 days 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.
5 days ago
UPDATE: Arrest made in weekend Springfield shooting death
Christopher Coleman, 29, was originally arrested on unrelated charges.
5 days ago
Fatal crash outrages IL Freedom Caucus
Coles County board member and his wife died; driver and passenger in other vehicle were undocumented.
5 days ago
Welcome dome
27-team softball tournament inaugurates Scheels Sports Park in "soft opening."
5 days 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."
6 days 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."
7 days ago
Man shot to death in Springfield early Saturday
Police say "This is an ongoing investigation."
7 days 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.
7 days 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.
7 days 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.
7 days ago
Lawmakers approve $1.5B transit funding package without statewide tax increases
Funding for downstate transit agencies decreases from previous plan.
7 days ago
Highest scoring NBA players born in Illinois
Stacker compiled the highest scoring NBA players born in Illinois.
