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Springfield Ronald McDonald House marks decades of comfort for families
Staff say moments like celebrating a child’s release from the NICU are what make their work so meaningful.
1 week ago
UIS faculty to strike starting Friday, if no deal is reached by then
Union says no productive talks have been completed after 11 months of talks.
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Durbin: Trump doesn’t know what he’s doing in Iran
Durbin says when Trump talks about ending the war in two to three weeks, don't believe it.
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Merch Madness insanity taking over C-U with Final Four clothing and merch
"In the first 24 hours, over 5,000 were ordered online and [for] pickup," said Steven Farag, co-founder and CEO of Campus Ink and the NIL Store.
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UPDATE: Threat made to Rochester schools; police investigating
An investigation continues.
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Champaign sets alcohol restrictions ahead of Final Four celebrations
City officials cite public safety as Illini fans prepare for large gatherings this weekend..
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Jacksonville man charged with seven burglaries — most on April Fool’s Day
An April Fool's Day crime spree leads to an arrest on seven different charges.
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5 smart ways Central Illinois consumers can save money right now
A few simple adjustments can create meaningful savings without sacrificing your lifestyle.
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Pritzker calls for year-round E15 gasoline in letter to Congress
Governor says war in Iran has elevated urgency for cheaper, higher-ethanol fuel.
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Republicans, Pritzker point fingers over cause of rising property taxes
Report finds Cook County property taxes outpacing inflation, wage growth.
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Bears hope to choose stadium site this spring or summer
“Both of the sites are excellent sites,” Warren said.
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Angels denied a replay challenge when manager Kurt Suzuki waits too long to appeal
The play occurred with the Chicago Cubs batting in the third inning of the Angels' 6-2 loss in the series finale at a chilly Wrigley Field.
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Auburn and Illinois State play in NIT matchup
Thursday's matchup is the first this season between the squads.
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Believe it! After a wild March Madness, Final Four teams look to conjure up more magic
There are no Cinderellas lacing it up at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indy this week, but that's not to say the 2026 version of March Madness hasn't produced its share of memories already.
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McDonald’s tries a simpler approach with its new McValue menu
Some of the items already cost less than $3 in some parts of the U.S., but others don't.
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State Police to place new highway signs honoring troopers who died in the line of duty
Up to now, only some of those who died on the job got the honor.
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State Police vehicle fleet will take 18 years to replace as costs rise, ISP director says
Agency has more than 1,000 vehicles that need to be replaced for age and mileage.
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AMA president speaks in Springfield, praises Children’s Hospital
Mukkamala said he was particularly moved by the hospital’s role as a regional anchor.
1 week ago
Statewide warehouse pollution reduction bill fails to meet committee deadline
The proposal aimed to curb pollution from Illinois’ more than 2,400 warehouses.
