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4 days ago

Federal money to help Lincoln Land Community College’s veteran-served trucking program

$77,000 will help veterans pay for their educations in trucking.

4 days ago

Durbin: If Trump can vote by mail, you should be allowed to, too

Durbin says, the "Save America Act's" attempt to make voting harder, is unnecessary.

4 days ago

IL Ag Director Jerry Costello hopes Congress passes yearlong E15 bill

"Whatever is transported, from food to clothes across the gamut, all the prices go up when fuel prices go up," Costello said.

4 days ago

Local schools preparing students for new student loan changes

The Institute of Student Loan Advisors (TISLA) is a nonprofit that provides free assistance for people with questions about paying for college.

5 days ago

Comedian Bert Kreischer to perform at UIS

According to a news release, it's all part of his newly scheduled dates for the ongoing "Permission to Party" World Tour.

5 days ago

Woman found dead inside Stonington home

Peters said he cannot release at this time whether any foul play is suspected in Recker's death. 

5 days ago

City Council concerned about Turner’s downtown legislation

Williams says he's going to craft a resolution saying that the city should be the primary authority, not any sort of county entity.

5 days ago

Downtown historic buildings changing hands, or ready to

"If anybody has a great idea and wants to put their money where their mouth is, as far as getting some new projects going, there's no shortage of opportunities downtown right now."

5 days ago

Trivia night Saturday benefits ALPLM

Proceeds benefit "Team Lincoln."

5 days ago

Illinois pursues abortion coverage for people with little or no insurance

The measure takes advantage of ACA abortion coverage.

5 days ago

7 years after legalization, final cannabis licensing lawsuit goes to court

Company with perfect application score argues for new license lottery.

5 days ago

Cubs’ Cade Horton placed on 15-day IL, set for tests after leaving 2nd start with forearm discomfort

The Cubs placed Horton on the 15-day injured list with a strained forearm on Sunday , two days after he felt discomfort throwing a pitch. 

5 days ago

Angel Reese traded from Chicago Sky to Atlanta Dream for first-round draft picks in 2027 and 2028

The 6-foot-3 Reese averaged 14.1 points and 12.9 rebounds in her two seasons with Chicago, earning All-Star honors each year while finishing as the runner-up for rookie of the year in 2024.

6 days ago

Change from Winter to Spring means change in possible sickness

A true sinus infection, which is typically viral and lasts about ten days, is usually distinguished by more severe symptoms, including intense sinus pressure, fevers, and headaches.

6 days ago

Tax deadline on April 15, late applicants can file for extension

If you file an extension, it will not affect your tax return, but could affect how much you owe.

7 days ago

Freshmen Braylon Mullins and Keaton Wagler shine as others struggle in UConn’s win over Illinois

Illinois freshman Keaton Wagler headed dejectedly to his bench, pulling his jersey over his face as teammates consoled him before he covered his head with a towel.

7 days ago

UConn reaches 3rd national title game in 4 seasons, beating Illinois 71-62 behind Mullins and Reed

Freshman Keaton Wagler had 20 points and eight rebounds to lead the Fighting Illini (28-9), who reached their first Final Four since losing the championship game to North Carolina in 2005.

7 days ago

Death under investigation by Illinois State Police in Christian County

State police said they cannot share any more information at this time to "protect the integrity of the investigation."

7 days ago

What the UIS faculty wants in strike against administration

Union voices concerns over inadequate pay after months of negotiations.

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