National
12 hours ago
Diesel prices are hitting record highs at a bad time for many US farmers
The spike adds to an already tough year for these farmers, who also faced higher costs for fertilizer, seeds and equipment.
12 hours ago
Bears running back D’Andre Swift agrees to 3-year contract extension
The Bears visit the Carolina Panthers for their season opener on Sunday.
12 hours ago
DOJ went after protesters for felony assault, but juries, judges were unconvinced, AP analysis finds
The Associated Press' analysis focused on arrests made during protests last summer and fall in LA, Chicago, Portland, Oregon, and Washington, D.C. — cities with significant protests where President Donald Trump sought to or successfully deployed the National Guard.
12 hours ago
Cubs reinstate right-hander Edward Cabrera, move him to bullpen
Cabrera went on the injured list on Aug. 17 with a right middle finger blister — a condition that has vexed him — then made three rehab appearances with Triple-A Iowa.
1 day ago
Pritzker, Duckworth, other Illinoisans mark 9/11 anniversary
A ceremony centered around volunteerism was held in Chicago.
1 day ago
Second registered sex offender sought by Sangamon County arrested
Randall Knott, 55, was arrested Thursday.
1 day ago
Southern Illinois man who printed unregistered 3D guns sentenced to eight years
Defendant tells judge he had ‘hurt no one' while his lawyer pleaded for 'mercy.'
2 days ago
Bears, Panthers look to continue to progress under still-developing No. 1 overall draft picks
Both teams were eliminated from the playoffs by the Los Angeles Rams.
2 days ago
Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze has a calf injury going into Week 1
The wide receiver showed no signs of any issues as he went through drills in the portion of Thursday's practice that was open to reporters.
2 days ago
In an age of instant answers, educators say there’s a case for letting kids struggle a little
There is a downside to that convenience, said Dr. Dana Suskind, a professor of surgery and pediatrics at the University of Chicago and author of the book “Human Raised.”
2 days ago
Cubs hope to have shortstop Dansby Swanson back from oblique injury in a week
Swanson, a smooth-fielding two-time All-Star, went on the injured list on Monday, Aug. 17 with a a left oblique strain.
2 days ago
Bears coach Ben Johnson returns to North Carolina for Week 1 matchup with the Panthers
Johnson leads the Bears into North Carolina for their season opener against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.
2 days ago
Grayson’s attorneys want murder conviction vacated because he died. Read the request here
Massey's family is angered by the motion.
2 days ago
US marks 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks
Americans are commemorating the 25th anniversary of 9/11, remembering the shock, the dead and the sweeping consequences of the al-Qaida attacks on symbols of U.S. might and prosperity.
2 days ago
Illinois governor’s race shifts to Texas
Bailey, Pritzker both working the sidelines of midterm Republican convention for support, money.
3 days ago
Big Ten expanding its enhanced replay review coverage beyond Friday games
The Big Ten had announced last week it would offer these enhanced replay reviews during Friday night telecasts. The Big Ten adjusted that plan Wednesday by saying it will cover all conference games, as well as home nonconference matchups that have Big Ten officiating crews.
3 days ago
The push to remove lead pipes is on. Thousands of water systems still don’t know where theirs are
The City of Springfield continues to replace lead water service lines as well.
3 days ago
Sangamon County sheriff seeks registered sex offender, another arrested
The Sangamon Co. Sheriff’s Office learned Randall Knott left Illinois without authorization in July after Tulsa detectives encountered him.
