Local
15 hours ago
IL bill could provide grant funding to counties recovering from intense summer storms
The plan would allow IEMA to create emergency rules for a grant program with money from the budget stabilization fund. Local governments in Alexander, Champaign, Cook, DuPage, Ford, Fulton, Kane, Lake, LaSalle, Marshall, McLean, Pulaski, Tazewell, Vermilion, and Will counties would be eligible for relief funds.
15 hours ago
Logan County Sheriff’s Office violated teen victim’s rights, Illinois AG finds
WAND News contacted Logan County Sheriff Mark Landers for an interview. He declined to speak on camera but said his office takes sexual assault reports seriously and treats victims with respect.
15 hours ago
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Illinois on Election Day
Polls close at 7 p.m. local time, which is 8 p.m. ET.
16 hours ago
Illinois struggles but beats Maryland 20-17 on a 26-yard field goal by Ethan Moczulski
“The way this team's persevered, nothing's really come easy,” Illinois coach Bret Bielema said.
18 hours ago
Springfield events in November include holiday markets, circus and Route 66 centennial celebration
Springfield residents will have several events to look forward to in November, including holiday shopping, family entertainment and a celebration marking 100 years of Route 66.
2 days ago
Bell: Sangamon County Jail isn’t safe, but I’ll change that if elected
Bell says the jail is in disrepair, and getting that up to code is job one.
3 days ago
Little middle ground seen on proposed landlord registry
An advisory referendum is on Tuesday's ballot.
3 days ago
District 186 superintendent: Celebrate the progress, not the number
IL Report Card: Proficiency, attendance, and graduation rate, while still low, are all increasing.
3 days ago
Pritzker, Illinois Housing Development Authority announce $156 million investment in housing
BUILD plan includes programs to make affordable housing for homebuyers.
3 days ago
Morgan County voters to weigh in on data center restrictions
The nonbinding question asks whether the county should restrict data center construction and operations.
3 days ago
Springfield man killed in crash on I-57 outside Effingham
David Vorties, 50, was found trapped and unresponsive in his vehicle.
3 days ago
21 people in ICE custody after targeted operations in Springfield, Peoria
The Department of Homeland Security said the “illegal aliens” will remain in ICE custody.
3 days ago
DCFS director found in contempt for noncompliance with Sangamon County judge’s order
Agency blamed filing errors on months of missed court dates.
3 days ago
Croke: I’ll use my voice to keep improving state finances, if elected as comptroller
That's in addition to what Croke calls "low-hanging fruit" like possibly eliminating the use of paper checks to pay bills.
4 days ago
One firefighter injured fighting blaze at Taylorville home
The firefighter was treated and released from the hospital.
4 days ago
Springfield non-profit connects people with life-changing technology
Governor proclaims October 2026 Assistive Technology Month in Illinois.
4 days ago
Illinois AG candidate Fioretti: I’ll do what Kwame Raoul doesn’t if elected
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Chicago Republican and Illinois Attorney General candidate Bob Fioretti says the SAFE-T Act, which…
4 days ago
It’s projected to cost ComEd $3.1B to connect data centers to the grid
Consumer groups say data center developers should pay infrastructure costs up front.
4 days ago
Illinois is team to beat in Big Ten ahead of Spartans and defending national champion Wolverines
Illinois has been tabbed the team to beat in the preseason media poll despite losing No. 5 overall NBA draft pick Keaton Wagler.
