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4 weeks ago
Governor signs cemetery legislation crafted by two Springfield lawmakers
It clears up what was considered to be a confusing law about how cemetery boards are appointed.
4 weeks ago
Research: IL has more than 300 “threatened, endangered” plant species
Environment stands to miss out on nutrient cycling, pollination.
4 weeks ago
A Chicago woman helps ‘say her name’ with ‘Sonya’s Law’ passage
Anjanette Young's home was wrongly raided, she says, by Chicago Police in 2019.
4 weeks ago
Black mayors of cities Trump decries as ‘lawless’ tout significant declines in violent crimes
President Donald Trump has deployed the first of 800 National Guard members to Washington, D.C. But, the Republican president is setting his sights on other cities including Baltimore, Chicago, Los Angeles and Oakland, California.
4 weeks ago
DOJ demands sensitive Illinois voter registration data after state responds
Elections board offered partially redacted data; federal officials insist on complete database
4 weeks ago
Del’s Popcorn Shop closing Springfield location
One of America's oldest popcorn shops is closing its Springfield doors.
4 weeks ago
Jacobs joins UIS Men’s Basketball coaching staff
Nolan Jacobs started out as a manager at ISU before coaching
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Springfield man accused of sexually assaulting young girl
The victim is said to be a girl under the age of 13.
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U of I researcher leads groundbreaking development in rice breeding
A rising global population with growing economic power means demand for high-quality grain will continue to increase, making efficient and cost-effective breeding programs essential.
4 weeks ago
U of I quarterback Luke Altmyer named to Manning Award watchlist
The Manning Award was created by the Allstate Sugar Bowl to honor the college football achievements of Archie, Peyton, and Eli Manning.
4 weeks ago
Texas Democrats set plan to end nearly 2-week walkout over Republicans’ redraw of US House maps
Texas House Democrats said in a statement that attorneys have told them they must return to the state to “build a strong public legislative record” for an upcoming legal battle against a new map.
4 weeks ago
Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying burglary suspect
The suspected break-in happened one week ago.
4 weeks ago
Commemoration ceremony for the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender
The ceremony included, a wreath dedication, a moment of silence, and military honors provided by the Inter-Veterans Burial Detail of Sangamon County.
4 weeks ago
On Republican Day at the State Fair, Pritzker signs workers’ protection bills at Springfield union office
Labor leaders and Democrats claim President Trump is trying to do away with worker protections.
4 weeks ago
Horse dead after accident during state fair harness racing
An accident happened Wednesday during harness racing.
4 weeks ago
A steer named Bruce is the star of the Illinois State Fair
He means scholarship money for Kadie Hummel of Cabrey, Ill.
4 weeks ago
State Police, other law enforcement form human trafficking enforcement group
The Illinois effort is being funded in large part by the Howard G. Buffett Foundation.
