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3 weeks ago

Alex Bregman looking to win a World Series with the Chicago Cubs

“I wore No. 3 because I wanted a third championship,” Bregman said.

3 weeks ago

Rams collide with resurgent Bears in divisional round matchup featuring high-powered offenses

Lake Forest, IL (AP) – Ben Johnson spent plenty of time studying Sean McVay’s offense, though not necessarily for a…

3 weeks ago

‘Clean slate’ legislation signed by Governor

Many non-violent crimes can be sealed.

3 weeks ago

Critical Illinois mental health programs spared after federal funding scare

Suicide prevention"We knew that the impact would be widespread and devastating. If these cuts were to go through. without this funding, these programs really couldn't continue," said Angela Cummings, executive director of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.  

3 weeks ago

Springfield’s new planner aims to revitalize downtown, reimagine vacant buildings

Bhandari has only been in the position since early December and has been familiarizing herself with the city and its economic development partners.

3 weeks ago

Lincoln Library does more with less

Director Harrison tells aldermen Champaign and Urbana enjoy more resources.

3 weeks ago

Recent postal service changes could disrupt mail-in voting, county clerks warn

Thousands of votes could be invalidated if not received in time.

3 weeks ago

U of I System will be raising tuition for 2026

Freshman admitted to the Fall of 2026 academic year will see slightly higher tuitions than those from last year.

3 weeks ago

Illinois High School Girls Basketball Poll

The newest high school girls basketball poll is out!

3 weeks ago

Illinois High School Boys Basketball Poll

The newest high school boys basketball poll is out!

3 weeks ago

Upgrades planned for Lake Springfield’s Center Park with grant money

Pickleball, playgrounds, and connected walking paths are planned.

3 weeks ago

3 arrested as ISP investigates officer-involved shooting in Springfield

Police reports: Retribution was being sought for a recent homicide.

3 weeks ago

Kudos for city tourism chief

Aldermen credit Dahl's staff for moving Wyndham guests and preserving conventions.

3 weeks ago

Rebuild of Baskin-Robbins is underway

Franchisee almost had to relocate.

3 weeks ago

UPDATE: Historic Jacksonville building to be demolished following morning fire

Authorities did not disclose a cause to the fire.

3 weeks ago

City: No plan to replace grocery tax

Budget season is underway.

3 weeks ago

HSHS hosts healthcare bootcamp for high schoolers

A select group of juniors and seniors gets to pick the different jobs they may be interested in and see what that job may look like.

3 weeks ago

ISP highlights progress in fight against human trafficking during awareness month

“If we think we’re immune and that does not happen here, we’re kidding ourselves,” Kelly said. “That crime is real. The victims are real. We need to help them.”

3 weeks ago

Senate GOP rips new energy law

High utility bills? Blame Gov. Pritzker.

3 weeks ago

City Council discusses the budget for the next fiscal year

The next fiscal year's budget is undergoing hearings, the final hearing prior to decision is next week on January 22

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