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6 days ago
Ways to keep your children healthy this flu season
Preventative measures, over the counter treatments, and keeping things clean could be your best bet against illness.
1 week ago
IDPH releases its first ever alcohol use report
Data has been collected by the Department of Public Health on the percentages of alcohol consumption in Illinois.
1 week ago
LLCC agriculture professor honored
Bill Harmon was honored by the Illinois Leadership Council for Agricultural Education.
1 week ago
Why measles vaccines are still vital for community health
Doctor: Rising U.S. cases highlight the importance of MMR vaccination to protect children and communities.
1 week ago
Illinois home prices increase in November, available inventory decreases
Many problems persist, according to Illinois REALTORS.
1 week ago
Changes in leadership at Growth Corp
President to become CEO, while another employee becomes president.
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Sheriff’s Office seeks help identifying suspect in gun-related incident near gas station
Man fired a gun outside the store after making a purchase inside.
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States faces a choice on whether to embrace Trump’s tax cuts on tips, overtime and more
In some states, the new federal tax breaks will automatically apply to state income taxes unless legislatures opt out.
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Justice Department sues for access to Illinois voter rolls (READ THE LAWSUIT HERE)
Illinois among at least 19 states being sued for voter data.
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Illinois Accountability Commission hears testimony about excessive force by ICE agents. Felt like a ‘war zone’
Attendees call on commission to review CPD and ISP for any role they had in assisting federal immigration agents.
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Boys and Girls Clubs get a boost after losing millions in funding
District 186 has provided funding for three after school program sites to reopen at Blackhawk, DuBois and Ridgely Elementary Schools on Jan. 12.
1 week ago
Lucky Horseshoes announce 2026 schedule
The schedule includes a two-city, day-night doubleheader with Decatur's new team.
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Illinois Education officials brace for lean fiscal year ahead
State board preparing budget request amid growing demands, flat revenue forecast.
1 week ago
Jobs, unemployment both up in Springfield area in September
State: Springfield has had job increases for 23 consecutive months, as of September.
1 week ago
Chatham man arrested for stealing $20K worth of collectibles
Authorities are still looking for a second suspect.
1 week ago
Report cards may look different as District 186 shifts from traditional grading scale
Every elementary school in District 186 follows standards-based grading. The district said the system aims to give a better depiction of how students are performing academically.
1 week ago
Pope names fellow Chicagoan, Bishop Ronald Hicks, as new archbishop of New York
Bishop Ronald Hicks, the current bishop of Joliet, Illinois, replaces the retiring Cardinal Timothy Dolan, a prominent conservative figure in the U.S. Catholic hierarchy.
1 week ago
Bears mull move to Indiana with effort to secure public funding for stadium in Illinois stalled
Warren did not say where in Northwest Indiana the Bears would look to move.
1 week ago
Two arrested for business burglary, sheriff says they’ve been arrested before
The two may be linked to other burglaries, officials said.
