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D-186 passes budget; Lanphier asst principal accused of hitting student

The district plans to use fund balance to resolve an $18 million deficit; Chris Hampsey is on "investigative leave."

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US and China reach a framework deal on TikTok

A framework deal has been reached between China and the U.S. for the ownership of popular social video platform TikTok, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said after weekend trade talks in Spain.

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Bengals coach Zac Taylor confirms Joe Burrow will have surgery on left toe. QB could miss 3 months

Bengals coach Zac Taylor confirmed Monday that quarterback Joe Burrow will have surgery on his injured left toe.

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UPDATED: The long-awaited demolition of the Pillsbury Plant is finally on the horizon

Demolition is scheduled to start this week, either Tuesday or Wednesday.

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Becky Gabany joining 2025/2026 Obama Foundation Leaders

Becky Gabany joining 2025/2026 Obama Foundation Leaders

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McDonald’s plans $200 million investment to promote regenerative practices on US cattle ranches

The Chicago burger giant said the investment was its largest to date in support of regenerative agriculture in the U.S.

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Fall Harvest Festival October 11 & 12 at Lincoln Memorial Gardens

Experience the beauty of autumn at the Lincoln Memorial Gardens’ Fall Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 11, and Sunday, October 12.

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As energy bill continues to take shape, a key Senate architect plans to retire

Sen. Bill Cuningham, D-Chicago, won’t seek reelection after 16 years in Springfield.

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A brotherhood of governors

Pritzker, Quinn remember warm friendships with Edgar.

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See tracks? Think train! Safety campaign kicks off in Illinois

Governor JB Pritzker has proclaimed September 15-21 Rail Safety Week.  Marking the 12th year of the statewide awareness initiative. In recognition, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) and Operation Lifesaver, a national rail safety non-profit, will be sharing life-saving rail safety information.

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Victim identified in fatal stabbing

Autopsy: Aaron Parish, Sr. died of a stab wound.

3 weeks ago in World

King Charles III to deploy tiara diplomacy as UK prepares to welcome Trump for second state visit

Windsor Castle staff are setting the 50-meter-long (164-feet-long) mahogany table. Grooms are buffing the hooves of the horses that will pull the royal carriages. And the military honor guard is drilling to ensure every step lands with precision.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Bengals seeking opinions on Joe Burrow’s toe after injury vs. Jaguars, AP source says

Joe Burrow left the Bengals' locker room on crutches with a boot on his left foot after injuring his toe during the second quarter of Cincinnati's 31-27 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

‘The Studio’ and Seth Rogen have record-setting Emmys as Noah Wyle and ‘The Pitt’ get top drama wins

Seth Rogen and "The Studio" turned the Emmys into a wrap party, winning best comedy series Sunday and breaking a comedy record for victories in a season with 13, while Noah Wyle and "The Pitt" took the top drama prize.

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“Fellows” program will be Edgar’s legacy, say his top aides

Former Edgar aides agree: hundreds carry Edgar's message through public service.

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UPDATE: City director out after Mayor rips top staffer over celebration of Charlie Kirk’s assassination

City's top Internet officer uses social media to criticize conservatives' hero.

3 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

Chicago suburb where Pope Leo XIV grew up celebrates his 70th birthday with gospel music, balloons

A small crowd attended the festivities outside the modest brick house in the village of Dolton, where the former Robert Prevost grew up after he was born in 1955 in Chicago.

3 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

UPDATED: Former IL Gov. Jim Edgar dies at 79

Edgar had been diagnosed earlier this year with pancreatic cancer.

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Riding to Remember 9/11

"...we've all come together for one good purpose:  to commemorate this great nation we live in," said Mayor Buscher

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Burn bans in effect across Central Illinois

Area communities say it's just too dry to burn safely outside.