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2 weeks ago

Illinois joins lawsuit to force federal government not to pause SNAP benefits

Nearly 2M Illinoisans could lose benefits as federal shutdown continues.

2 weeks ago

U.S. House Minority Leader Jeffries accelerates Illinois redistricting push

New York Democrat makes stop in Chicago, Springfield.

2 weeks ago

Trump administration must restore grants for school counselors, judge rules

The preliminary ruling by Kymberly K. Evanson, a U.S. District Court judge in Seattle, applies only to some grantees in the sixteen Democratic-led states that challenged the Education Department's decision.

2 weeks ago

Judge orders daily meetings with Border Patrol official Bovino on Chicago immigration crackdown

Bovino got an earful from U.S. District Judge Sara Ellis as soon as he settled into the witness chair in his green uniform.

2 weeks ago

Where people in Springfield, Illinois are looking to buy homes

Stacker found out where people in Springfield are looking to buy homes using data from Realtor.com.

2 weeks ago

Sean Grayson Trial: Day 7 Blog

Closing arguments Tuesday, and jury deliberations will start. Check back to this post today for the latest updates.

2 weeks ago

UPDATE: The end … and the beginning…for the Massey Commission

Massey Commission members agree: the real work is ahead.

2 weeks ago

Prosecution, defense rest in Sean Grayson murder trial; closing arguments Tuesday

2nd Degree Murder is now a possible conviction for the jury in the Sean Grayson trial.

2 weeks ago

Serbian point guard receives eligibility approval for the 2025-26 season after NCAA review

Petrovic joins Illinois after a successful stint in Europe.

2 weeks ago

The 1887 law that powers modern agricultural science at U of I

As ACES continues to evolve, its mission is to provide science-backed solutions to the world’s pressing challenges.

2 weeks ago

State rep., comptroller candidate’s ICE disclosures draw threats from DOJ

The dispute comes amid heightened tensions over Trump’s immigration crackdown.

2 weeks ago

Crowded Dem primaries, GOP field for governor take shape as candidates file for office

GOP primary for governor remains in flux after tragedy hits Darren Bailey’s family.

2 weeks ago

Mr. T, Hall of Famer

Illinois Broadcasters Association inducts "A-Team" star.

2 weeks ago

The quest to be first…on the ballot

Monday was the first day for candidates to file their petitions for March 17 primary.

2 weeks ago

UIS professor: ICE is “messaging”

Geras comments on 2026 election.

2 weeks ago

IHSA Football playoffs — seedings and pairings

Check out who will be playing who in the first round of the IHSA football playoffs.

2 weeks ago

Decatur man jailed on murder charges for shooting death of teen

Two search warrants led to the arrest of the suspect.

2 weeks ago

Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino ordered to testify in federal court

Judge asked to order many immigrants released from detention to electronic monitoring.

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