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3 days ago
Get Covered Illinois launches “Tax Time Easy Enrollment” program for uninsured residents
Illinois residents can now enroll in health insurance through their tax filing process.
3 days ago
Bulls CEO Michael Reinsdorf says he wants coach Billy Donovan to remain in his job
The 60-year-old Donovan has consistently said he still has a passion for coaching.
3 days ago
Route 66, a quintessential American road trip heavy on kitsch and history, turns 100
There were places to grab and go, but also to sit down and relish a slice of home. The Cozy Dog Drive In — famous for its breaded hot dogs on a stick — has fit both bills since 1949. Inside the dining room in Springfield, Illinois, travelers tell tales of life on the highway.
3 days ago
Volunteers turn a fan’s recordings of 10,000 concerts into an online treasure trove
Jacobs went on to record more than 10,000 concerts, with increasingly sophisticated equipment, over four decades in Chicago and other cities.
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Eight states, three time zones and a ton of history: Take a trip down Route 66 as it turns 100
The Cozy Dog Drive In in Springfield, the Illinois capital, is one of the many diners that sprang up along Route 66, and its breaded hot dogs on a stick have stood the test of time.
3 days ago
Five arrested after burglary to Scheel’s, search of home; 14 guns recovered
Drugs, stolen and other guns, and thousands in case recovered.
3 days ago
Man dead after Springfield motorcycle accident
The 58-year-old victim's name is being withheld pending notification of relatives.
3 days ago
UPDATE: Gregory drops F-bomb on former police chief
Buscher calls for adjournment as meeting devolves.
4 days ago
Jordan names two staff picks for the upcoming District 186 school year
Erica Filipiak named to oversee District 186's multi-tier support systems for students and Claudia Johnson will be Director of Community and Family Engagement.
4 days ago
State superintendent all-in on evidence-based funding
Panel's top Republican wishes IL would allow tax breaks for donations to private schools.
4 days ago
Waymo begins testing in Chicago as bill seeks to legalize autonomous vehicles
Labor, driving unions are raising concerns over safety, job loss.
4 days ago
Illinois steps up distracted driving enforcement during April awareness month
State warns of dangers of texting, social media and other distractions behind the wheel.
4 days ago
Illinois promotes safety awareness during Hazardous Materials Awareness Month
State agencies encourage residents to learn about chemical risks and emergency preparedness.
4 days ago
Lefty Matthew Boyd becomes second Cubs starting pitcher to land on injured list
Boyd is 1-1 with a 6.75 ERA in two starts this season for Chicago. He has 17 strikeouts in 9 1/3 innings.
4 days ago
Bulls fire Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley after six years in a front-office shakeup
The Bulls' lone playoff appearance since all three were hired came during the 2021-22 season, when they finished sixth in the Eastern Conference at 46-36 and got knocked out by Milwaukee in the first round.
4 days ago
Bears Hall of Famer Steve McMichael had CTE, researchers say. He died in 2025 after fighting ALS
It can only be diagnosed after death.
4 days ago
White Sox place outfielder Austin Hays on the 10-day injured list with a hamstring strain
Hays got hurt during Monday night's 2-1 loss to Baltimore.
4 days ago
Sangamon County data center returns to County Board discussion Tuesday night
The Sangamon County Board tabled the proposal several weeks ago.
4 days ago
You still have time to avoid tax filing mistakes
"Once you've prepared your return, don't instantly send it. Save it, wait a day, and then look and compare your numbers! I bet you will find errors and mistakes."
