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U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (D-Ill.), left, U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Ill.), center, and Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton (D), smile as they wait for U.S. senate Democratic Primary Debate in Chicago, Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

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Congress is on track for record retirements. In Illinois, that’s created a candidate frenzy

The signs that Illinois is having one of its most frenzied primary elections in years are everywhere.

The casket with the Rev. Jesse Jackson is seen before the Public Homegoing Service at the House of Hope in Chicago, Friday, March 6, 2026. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

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Former presidents set to speak during final public tribute to the late Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.

Former Presidents Barack Obama, Bill Clinton and Joe Biden are joining thousands of people Friday during a celebration of life for the civil rights leader.

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In search of affordability: How Illinois ranks for cost of living

Current reports on affordability in Illinois and across the country.

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State tournaments continue for high school boys and girls basketball teams

The IHSA calls it "America's Original March Madness".

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More consideration for menopausal Illinoisans

Illinois women are "fed up."

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Governor to Noem: Don’t let the door hit you

Pritzker visits Sangamon County Complex to sign transportation hub beam.

Students walk down the hallway of St. Patrick Catholic School Thursday, March 5, 2026.

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Officials: St. Pat’s legacy will live on through scholarships, continued fundraisers

Scholarships and fundraising events will still be done, even as St. Pat's closes at the end of the current academic year.

Gov. JB Pritzker awards Blue Ribbon schools at an event on March 4 at the Governor’s Mansion. Pritzker established the awards after the national program was abolished in August 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)

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28 Illinois schools receive state Blue Ribbon Schools award

Pritzker established the program last year after the national program was abolished.

An Illinois Department of Transportation plow gets ready to be loaded with salt ahead of the winter plowing season.

1 week ago

New weather dashboard tracks Illinois snow and ice response

IDOT launches online tool showing winter road maintenance stats and safety data.

An urban fishing clinic will be held this year in Sangamon County, and instructors are needed.

1 week ago

Cool summer job available for fishing enthusiasts

Illinois Department of Natural Resources seeking instructors for 2026 urban fishing clinics, including Sangamon County.

Rep. Kimberly Du Buclet, D-Chicago, joined consumer advocates to issue a public warning about alternative electric and gas supplier sales tactics and prices. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Maggie Dougherty)

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Lawmakers target hidden fees, predatory sales tactics with electric supply legislation

Consumer advocates push for new measures with affordability as session’s focus.

Legislation is pending in the Illinois House that advocates say would expand access for safety net clinics and certain other providers to low-cost outpatient medications. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Peter Hancock)

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Bill expanding access to discounted drugs awaits Illinois House action

Clinics accuse drug manufacturers of restricting access to drugs in federal 340B program.

1 week ago

Help proposed for would-be homeowners

Senate GOP has legislative package.

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Impact of CO on Illinoisans

280 deaths related to carbon monoxide 2019-2023.

Village of Moweaqua

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Moweaqua village leaders continuing to work on fixing budget shortfall

The finance committee wants to avoid borrowing money from other funds and hopes to break even in a couple of months.

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Here are the local teams still in the state high school basketball tournament hunt

The Illinois High School Association calls it "America's Original March Madness"!

St. Patrick's Catholic School

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115-year-old Springfield Catholic school to close at end of school year

The school blames a loss of funding from several sources.

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Cities group displeased with some of guv’s budget proposals

IL Municipal League's Moving Cities Forward agenda starts with a request to restore the cities' piece of the income tax pie to 10 percent.

A man carries an Iranian flag to place on the rubble of a police facility struck during the U.S.–Israeli military campaign in Tehran, Iran, Wednesday, March 4, 2026. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)

1 week ago

Pritzker to State Dept.: Federal plan for Middle East evacuations needed

Pritzker claims President Trump admitted there is no such evacuation plan.

This "strawberry dress," worn by Mary Lincoln, is now on display at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.

1 week ago

ALPLM displays rare Mary Lincoln dress

First time displayed in public in 15 years.

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