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Larry Bell is charged with Attempted Murder for allegedly shooting a Peoria County Sheriff's Deputy.
Crime
5 hours ago
Deputy hospitalized after shooting in Peoria identified, suspect arrested

Larry Bell, 51, allegedly shot Deputy Jack Evans.

Fawn -- Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week
Pet of the Week
5 hours ago
Meet Fawn — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

“…unfortunately, the longest resident at the shelter.”

Hazel -- Meow Mobile Cat of the Week
Pet of the Week
5 hours ago
Meet Hazel — Meow Mobile Cat of the Week

Rare, but a “sweet cuddler”!

Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi and U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly. (Capitol News Illinois photos by Jerry Nowicki)
Local
7 hours ago
Pritzker drops $5M to boost Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton in Senate race

Krishnamoorthi gives $33,000 to immigrant advocacy groups after receiving controversial donation.

Democratic comptroller candidates Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim, Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, Sen. Karina Villa, D-West Chicago, and Rep. Margaret Croke, D-Chicago. (Illustration and photos by Capitol News Illinois)
Local
7 hours ago
Election ’26: 4 Democrats seeking to replace Mendoza as Illinois comptroller

Candidates offer various approaches to job with some pledging bold legislative agenda.

The American Civil Liberties Union found that 1 in 4 people nationwide traveled to Illinois for abortion care.
Local
11 hours ago
Thousands travel to Illinois for abortion care, advocates say access still limited

The American Civil Liberties Union found that 1 in 4 people nationwide traveled to Illinois for abortion care.

Heart health and alcohol
Local
11 hours ago
American Heart Month highlights effects of alcohol on heart health

Heart disease remains the number one killer in the United States.

Local
12 hours ago
Celebrating the new superintendent

District 186 appoints Jordan by unanimous vote.

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