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2 hours ago

Mark your calendar. In pencil.

Sangamon County board will tentatively vote on a data center March 23.

20 hours ago

Gas price spike possible

The state opted out of a waiver in hopes of approval for E-15.

20 hours ago

IL bill could create IDPH health misinformation response unit, offer public health literacy grants

The proposal also calls on the Illinois State Board of Education to work with the Department of Public Health to create guidance for schools to teach health literacy in comprehensive health courses.

20 hours ago

Before sunrise, Springfield Figure Skating Club chases big dreams on the ice

The Springfield Figure Skating Club is hosting its showcase, "Spotlight On Ice: Hits and Heroes," next month.

21 hours ago

Former Prairie Star Esteban Hernandez signs Minor League contract with Atlanta Braves

Hernandez was signed as a free agent on Feb. 3, 2026, and was assigned to the Florida Complex League (FCL) Braves on Feb. 4.

21 hours ago

Proposal: No ICE in IL police forces

Sen Johnson: "We cannot afford to have ICE agents infiltrate our outstanding law enforcement departments."

21 hours ago

Austin Hays looking to play every day with the Chicago White Sox

Hays joins an outfield group that also includes Andrew Benintendi and Luisangel Acuña, who was acquired from the New York Mets in the Luis Robert Jr. trade.

21 hours ago

Arturas Karnisovas launches Bulls’ rebuild with series of trades at deadline

“Being in the middle is what we don't want to do,” Karnisovas said Thursday. “I think we’ve seen that for the past four years and we want to change that.”

1 day ago

“Tax the rich!”

Advocates target billionaires, digital ads.

1 day ago

Leland Grove chief faces charges

Dan Ryan, arrested early Thursday, is accused of domestic battery and DUI.

2 days ago

Springfield man charged with child porn

"Multiple recordings and electronic devices" were found in Ryan Atkinson's home, according to the Sheriff's Department.

2 days ago

Man accused of raping and beating woman chased away by neighbor with machete

The witness said he grabbed a machete and confronted Brown, causing him to run away. 

2 days ago

American Academy of Pediatrics’ immunization schedule endorsed by IDPH

The Illinois Department of Public Health has adopted the new 2026 Immunization Schedule from the AAP.

2 days ago

Removal of CWLP bridge over I-55 begins February 16

Illinois DOT announces the project start date for the removal of the CWLP bridge.

2 days ago

Two businesses partnered with U of I receive state funding through Innovation Voucher Program

Awardees in 2025 span industries including artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, health and life sciences, clean energy, food and agriculture innovation, and advanced materials.

2 days ago

Illinois Girls High School Basketball Poll

Here’s the latest high school girls basketball poll.

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Illinois Boys High School Basketball Poll

Here's the latest high school boys basketball poll.

2 days ago

Dakota’s story inspires domestic violence crackdown

Senate Republicans say it's too easy for offenders to offend again.

2 days ago

American-born Aaliyah Farmer left Mexico’s top soccer league because of harassment, coach says

She was released earlier this week and signed a three-year contract with the Chicago Stars of the National Women's Soccer League.

2 days ago

Hornets bringing Coby White back home to North Carolina in trade with Bulls, AP source says

The Hornets agreed to acquire White and Mike Conley Jr. from the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday in exchange for Collin Sexton, Ousmane Dieng and three future second-round draft picks, according to a person familiar with the situation.

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