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Springfield Police releases video of weekend incident where man allegedly hits officers, his girlfriend, a dog

View video here of the incident where K'Shawn Rush allegedly assaulted a dog, Springfield Police officers, and his girlfriend.

3 weeks ago

Man charged with second degree murder in fatal shooting

A July 19, 2025 shooting claimed the life of Rekeea Jackson-Mason, 36, Chatham.

3 weeks ago

Illinois Football climbs to No. 9 in AP Poll after dominant win at Duke

The Illini jumped two spots in the AP poll and three in the Coaches Poll following a commanding 45-19 road victory over Duke.

3 weeks ago

Duckworth on National Guard in Chicago, and U.N. Ambassador pick

"Let's make it clear:  the President of the United States essentially just declared war on a major city in his own nation," Duckworth told CBS. 

3 weeks ago

New director for Oak Ridge Cemetery

The Springfield City Council will vote Sept. 16 on the nomination of Cory Brown.

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Turner files bill to create utility rebate program for middle class Illinoisans struggling with rising energy bills

Turner's bill could create a home utility rebate program for families who earn too much to qualify for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program but are still hurt by rising energy costs.

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Springfield students win ‘Governor’s Hometown Award’ for special service project

From talking about fishing, to helping seniors learn about phishing.

3 weeks ago

Chicago churches urge calm resistance ahead of expected federal intervention

“You need to start telling people about your whereabouts, so you don’t disappear,” Hatch said during Sunday services at New Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church.

3 weeks ago

Potential federal intervention poses challenges for Chicago police on the ground

Chicago officials repeatedly reaffirmed the city's so-called sanctuary policies that have been place for four decades.

3 weeks ago

Champaign man arrested after knife attack injures three first responders

Champaign Police officers arrived within minutes and found two firefighters and one paramedic suffering from serious stab wounds.

3 weeks ago

Powerball jackpot soars to $1.7 billion as Illinois players win big

In Wednesday night’s drawing, an Illinois Lottery player from Aurora claimed a $1 million prize after matching five numbers.

3 weeks ago

Trump’s promised immigration crackdown in Chicago could last about six weeks, suburban official says

Although details about the promised Chicago operation have been sparse, local opposition is already widespread and is building in the suburbs. State and city leaders have said they plan to sue the Trump administration.

3 weeks ago

Illinois delegation traveling to Japan for annual conference

Governor JB Pritzker will not attend, blames the Trump Administration.

3 weeks ago

Warren’s LLCC swan song

"There are many people out there who may want to go get a four year (degree) but aren't ready in their lives," said Charlotte Warren, who is retiring after this school year.

3 weeks ago

Elkhart coal mine closed after CWLP moves contract to another company

CWLP shifted business away to another mine in 2024.

3 weeks ago

Demolition to begin this month at Pillsbury site in Springfield

The demolition will include 160 silos and 500,000 square feet of buildings.

3 weeks ago

A wildly popular 15-year-old computer whiz is becoming the Catholic Church’s first millennial saint

In the lead-up to Acutis' canonization on Sunday, it's all Acutis, all the time at the Blessed Carlo Acutis Parish and school in Chicago.

3 weeks ago

Trump administration investigates Medicaid spending on immigrants in Democratic states

Illinois is included in the reported investigation.

3 weeks ago

UIS chancellor named to special NCAA committee

The university says in a news release Janet Gooch will serve on the NCAA Committee on Access, Opportunity, and Impact.

3 weeks ago

A new approach to juvenile corrections opens in Lincoln

"The young people that we serve have experienced a lot; they have experienced loss, trauma, abuse, heartache, poverty, discrimination, and much more.  They're also incredibly resilient and strong, intelligent and funny, and loving.  These kids are worth our investment -- this investment."

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