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Local
4 hours ago
Star parties return to UIS for spring season

Star parties are hosted by UIS Associate Professor of Astronomy and Physics John Martin at the UIS Campus Observatory.

Gov. JB Pritzker enters the House chamber for his 2025 budget address. (Capitol News Illinois file photo by Andrew Adams)
IL State News
5 hours ago
Pritzker to propose statewide zoning laws to spur homebuilding, limit local control

‘BUILD’ plan would allow more multi-unit housing, legalize granny flats.

DuPage County Sheriff James Mendrick takes questions from reporters at the Illinois State Fair’s Republican Day in August 2025. (Capitol News Illinois file photo by Jerry Nowicki)
IL State News
5 hours ago
DuPage County Sheriff James Mendrick focuses on public safety in GOP governor’s race

He is one of four candidates vying for the chance to unseat Pritzker.

FILE - Democratic presidential primary candidate Jesse Jackson speaks to a group of his supporters at a rally held at a Baptist Church in Dayton, Ohio, April 14, 1984. (AP Photo/Rob Burns, File)
History
5 hours ago
Key quotes from the Rev. Jesse Jackson that define his politics and legacy

The Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died Tuesday at the age of 84, was known not just as a tireless advocate for the Civil Rights Movement but as one of its most dynamic orators.

Local
7 hours ago
GOP continues to rip guv on budget

Republicans want Dems to rein in spending.

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IL State News
23 hours ago
First measles case of 2026 confirmed in Metro East

State health officials urge residents to check MMR vaccination status after potential church exposure.

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Sports
23 hours ago
Illinois football hires Jordan Thomas and Tyrone Wheatley to bolster coaching staff

The Fighting Illini add experienced NFL and college coaches to lead the defensive line and running backs.

Bob's Discount Furniture
Local
23 hours ago
Bob’s Discount Furniture opens locations in Springfield, Champaign

Two of more than 200 locations opened Friday, Feb.13.

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