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State school performance stabilizing, says report

"Academic proficiency remains stubbornly low," said Advance Illinois president Robin Steans.

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A final measure of dignity

Camp Butler honors unaccompanied, unclaimed veterans.

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World’s grain buyers eyeball IL assets

"To be blunt, it's a pretty tough mission right now" with tariffs, says ag director Jerry Costello.

Springfield Police Chief Joseph Behl

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Behl: No contact with ICE

Things have gotten out of hand near my hometown, says Purchase.

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Budzinski sends letter to Wyndham owner, seeking answers

"Today, Springfield's skyline centerpiece stands dark, boarded, and blighted – an eyesore in the heart of our capital city," Budzinski wrote.

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul warns on Monday, Sept. 29, he would sue the Trump administration if federal troops arrive in Chicago. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)

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New lawsuits against Trump’s immigration actions continue to take shape

Illinois AG Raoul says he’s ready to file a challenge if federal troops arrive in Chicago.

DePaul University, Chicago

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A student ‘womb service’ works covertly to deliver contraception at a Catholic college

DePaul, a Catholic school in Chicago, prohibits distribution of any kind of birth control on its campus.

A screenshot of a St. Louis Cardinals press conference announcing Chaim Bloom as the new President of Baseball Operations.

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Chaim Bloom takes over as president of baseball operations for the St. Louis Cardinals

Bloom said he will retain manager Oli Marmol.

Austin Fore

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Springfield Police uses drone to help arrest man for business burglary

Fore's arrest came with the help of a Springfield Police drone, identifying a heat signal that turned out to be him.

Phillip Windell

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Taylorville man sentenced to 18 years in prison in child porn case

The prison sentence is part of a plea deal.

Montez Bolden Sangamon County Jail

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Man charged with attempted murder, accused of beating man in wheelchair

Bolden also faces multiple counts of Aggravated Battery.

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Full house hears about police misconduct

Organizer is optimistic afterward.

Gov. JB Pritzker speaks alongside elected officials, religious leaders and immigration advocates at a news conference on Sept. 29, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)

3 weeks ago

UPDATE: Governor says Military troops may protect ICE in Chicago

"ICE just doesn't give a damn, and neither does the President of the United States," said Pritzker.

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Visit Springfield shares upcoming local events

Guests can watch the reenactment of the Lincolns' wedding at St. Paul's Cathedral.

A drive-through Illinois Secretary of State DMV station is now available.

3 weeks ago

First 24/7 drive-through DMV kiosks launch at Springfield Flagship Center

The two kiosks are located at 2701 S. Dirksen Parkway.

Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer

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Illinois climbs to no. 22 after win over USC

Illini Prepare for Cannon Trophy showdown at Purdue on Saturday,

Law enforcement badges from sheriff and police departments across the state and the U.S. are displayed on a wall in the Pulaski County Courthouse. (Medill Illinois News Bureau photo by Maggie Dougherty)

3 weeks ago

Illinois law prohibits sheriffs from assisting ICE with civil immigration enforcement. Some wish they could

Capitol News Illinois surveyed one in four Illinois sheriffs about ICE cooperation. Here’s what we found.

U.S. Rep. Delia Ramirez, a Chicago Democrat, is pictured at a news conference in Springfield in 2022, when she served as a state representative. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

3 weeks ago

As Illinois congressional delegation seeks answers, ICE cancels meeting

Democratic members also denied visit to controversial Broadview ICE facility.

Michael A. Taylor has officially retired from baseball. His last season was with the Chicago White Sox.

3 weeks ago

White Sox outfielder Michael A. Taylor announces retirement after 12 seasons

The 12-year veteran, who won a Gold Glove in 2021, spent his first seven seasons with Washington and said playing on the Nationals’ 2019 World Series championship team was his favorite memory in baseball.

Chicago

3 weeks ago

Things to know about federal law enforcement activity in Chicago, Portland, Memphis

In Chicago on Sunday, dozens of armed federal agents, in full tactical gear, walked the streets of some of the city's most prominent tourist and shopping areas.

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Here's a simple way to switch up your walking routine, according to experts: try going backward. Taking a brisk walk is an exercise rich in simplicity, and it can have impressive mental and physical benefits: stronger bones and muscles, cardiovascular fitness and stress relief, to name a few.

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