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Illinois High School Football Poll

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Democratic congressional candidate Kat Abughazaleh indicted over ICE protests outside Chicago

"This is a political prosecution and a gross attempt at silencing dissent, a right protected under the First Amendment."

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Appeals court blocks order requiring Bovino to brief judge on Chicago immigration sweeps

Bovino told Fox News that he was eager to talk to Ellis.

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Citing AP investigation, senators demand answers on use of full-body restraints during deportations

Van Hollen was joined by U.S. Sens. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts, Cory Booker of New Jersey, Alex Padilla of California, Tammy Duckworth of Illinois, and six others.

A crowd watches a news conference after the Sean Grayson trial verdict Wednesday in Peoria.

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Sonya Massey’s mom on Grayson verdict: ‘I can’t wait until he goes to Hell’

Responses to the verdict were less than pleasant.

This vehicle hit a house at 9th and Miller in Springfield.

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Truck hits house, causes power outage

Problems continue after a crash near 9th and Miller.

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Energy bill moves as veto session ends

Senate could give the bill to the governor Thursday.

Peoria County Courthouse

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Why was Grayson convicted of Second Degree Murder? Legal experts weigh in

Second Degree Murder versus First Degree, and why police body cameras are so important.

Left to right: Anthony Romanucci, James Wilburn, Teresa Haley, and Sontae Massey, all speaking with a reporter Wednesday afternoon in downtown Peoria.

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Sonya Massey’s family says Grayson trial verdict is a ‘miscarriage of justice’

Family members say the verdict wasn't fair, but an attorney says it's something.

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Mayor, senator react to Grayson verdict

Buscher: City and SPD "will continue to review our own policies and training to ensure every person is treated with dignity and respect." Turner: "Justice has been served. Today's verdict shows that no one is above the law."

Anjanette Young, dressed in red and black, stands behind attorney Benjamin Crump during a news conference following the signing of "Sonya's Law."

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Attorney Ben Crump reacts to Grayson verdict

Deputy convicted of lesser charge for killing Sonya Massey.

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Grayson guilty of second degree murder

Maximum sentence is twenty years.

A Chicago Transit Authority bus leaves a stop on the city’s North Side. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)

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Guv not keen on transit fix … as is

House floats untested idea in response to unpopular Senate-passed bill.

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Davidsmeyer: IL remap would be more JB hypocrisy

Texas Republicans set off a mid-decade redistricting to guard against anticipated 2026 losses.

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SNAP suspension, Grayson trial, BEACON program are among the topics Springfield aldermen heard about Tuesday

Conley: Thoughts and prayers. Pacha: No, thanks.

Amanda Meyer celebrates successfully beating cancer.

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Springfield nurse says a mammogram saved her life, stresses importance of early detection

Amanda Meyer discovered the breast cancer during a routine mammogram.

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The highest-value homes in Springfield, Illinois

Redfin Real Estate compiled a list of the highest value homes in Springfield, IL.

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Crime of the Week: Support Crime Stoppers with upcoming fundraisers

Support the Crime Stoppers mission by donating or attending their fundraisers.

Recall

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Nationwide recall of Golden Island Fire-Grilled Korean Barbecue Pork Jerky due to metal contamination

Over 2 million pounds of jerky sold at Costco and Sam’s Club are affected.

O'Hare Airport

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Flight is diverted to Boston after a passenger stabs 2 teens with a fork, authorities say

The flight took off from Chicago.

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