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GOP blames Safe-T Act for Chicago cop’s death

Pritzker: It's up to the judge.

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Nikki and the King

Rep. Budzinski interned in the House of Commons during college.

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First Black priest in the United States to receive a shrine in Quincy

Father Tolton is the first publicly recognized Black priest in the United States.

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State commission finds agent abuses were ‘greenlit by Washington’ for Operation Midway Blitz

Commission says it will make referrals for prosecution of agents to Cook County State’s Attorney.

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Striking Illinois State University staff frustrated over lack of negotiations

Workers seek higher pay, allege university hired replacements.

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Culture and policy combine at Native American Summit

The event promotes Native issues and connects people to lawmakers.

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White Sox activate outfielder Austin Hays from the 10-day injured list

Venable said he plans to ease Hays back into the lineup “to make sure he’s in a good spot.”

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The mighty NL Central is the majors’ only division with 5 winning teams

The NL Central and NL West each had a composite record of 80-61, followed by the AL East at 73-69.

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McDonald’s is the latest fast food chain to offer fancier drinks

McDonald's said visual appeal — think bright colors and foams — and drinks as a form of self-expression are increasingly important to customers.

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Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying suspect in Springfield hit-and-run, injuring pedestrian

Accident happened Saturday night, and the pedestrian is recovering.

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Notorious intersection could become less so

Lawrence Ave will be widened from MacArthur to Walnut.

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Meet ‘Buddy’, SMTD’s new Route 66-themed bus

"Buddy" will be at many Route 66 events around Springfield.

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Play ball! Ribbon cut on new Scheels Sports Park

"Illinois is doing something genuinely special, and Springfield is at the heart of it."

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Pritzker talks ISU strike, accused lawmaker, and Bears proposal during Springfield appearance

Pritzker: Bears don't like "amusement tax" in the legislation.

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This woman is for the birds

Audubon Great Lakes was part of Conservation Science Day at

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‘It’s not for her’: DHS dedicated Midway Blitz in her name. Her mother says she would have hated it

Illinois Accountability Commission hears final two days of testimony into misconduct by federal immigration officials.

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7th Circuit upholds ex-Speaker Madigan’s conviction of bribery, other corruption

Appellate panel rejects arguments weeks after new trial, prison release ordered for ComEd defendants.

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Record rain in Springfield from two rounds of severe weather Monday

A Flash Flood Warning was in effect at one point late Monday morning in central Sangamon County.

2 weeks ago

Federal agency casts further uncertainty on Illinois’ credit card ‘swipe fee’ law

Measure slated for a May appellate court hearing prior to July 1 effective date.

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