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7 days ago

History-making senator recounts career

Carol Moseley Braun has written a book, "Trailblazer."

7 days ago

Gun, drug arrest

Robert Kemp, 55,, faces charges.

7 days ago

Moeller on SNAP, Medicaid

State is trying to help, but House health approps chair says it's all easier said than done.

1 week ago

RSV? What is it, who does it affect and how do you treat it?

Does the kiddo have a cough? It may be an infection of the lower respiratory system. Time to go to the pediatrician and get the little one feeling better

1 week ago

A smashing time

Work off some frustration, help next year's crop.

1 week ago

Botulism hits Illinois babies

ByHeart formula recalled.

1 week ago

Suspect from Springfield arrested for possession of narcotics and firearms

An investigation involving narcotic drugs, and firearms resulted in an arrest in Springfield.

1 week ago

Elephants, clowns, and BIG fun at the Ansar Shrine Circus

Family fun and a community backed weekend at the Ansar Shrine Circus.

1 week ago

One of the most popular speeches in our nation is on display right here in Springfield, IL

"Four score and seven years ago....." Sound familiar? Read the Gettysburg Address in Lincolns own hand!

1 week ago

Illinois congressman forgoes reelection with eyebrow-raising move to place chief of staff on ballot

Garcia, 69, turned in his nominating petitions for the primary ballot on Monday, Oct. 27, the first day of the Illinois State Board of Elections filing period.

1 week ago

These are the airports that will reduce flights during the government shutdown

The airports impacted cover the busiest across the U.S.

1 week ago

What to know about 10% reduction in flights at US airports caused by the government shutdown

Here's a closer look at what to know about the reductions.

1 week ago

The FAA’s order to cut flights nationwide due to the government shutdown is in effect

In some metropolitan areas, including New York, Houston, Chicago and Washington, multiple airports are being impacted, while the ripple effects could reach smaller airports as well.

1 week ago

Clinton Crime Stoppers disband after nearly 40 years

"While the decision to disband is deeply understood, the absence of this long-standing community partner will certainly be felt," the Clinton Police Department said in a Facebook post.

1 week ago

Woman dead after crash on I-55

The name of the driver of the single vehicle involved in the crash has not yet been released.

1 week ago

UIS student given Lincoln Academy Student Laureate Award

Abigail Hemmer, a medical laboratory science major and commuter student, plans to pursue a master’s degree and become a certified pathologists’ assistant after graduation.

1 week ago

Abraham Lincoln letter seeking job for Black friend and valet now on display at presidential museum

Abraham Lincoln penned the entreaty on behalf of his young friend, William Johnson, because ironically, his dark complexion caused freed Black White House staffers with lighter skin to shun him.

1 week ago

UIS extends financial aid ‘Promise’ to transfer students

It fully covers of tuition and fees for what they call "qualified first-time, first-year undergraduate students."

1 week ago

Judge will order federal agents in Chicago to restrict using force against protesters and media

The preliminary injunction came in response to a lawsuit alleging federal agents have used excessive force in their immigration crackdown in the Chicago area.

1 week ago

Texts appear to show Border Patrol agent bragging about shooting a woman in Chicago

Agent Charles Exum shot Marimar Martinez five times on Oct. 4 after authorities say she and another driver rammed vehicles into an SUV Exum was driving on the city's Southwest Side.

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