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Man in a navy suit delivers a speech at a wooden podium, with an American flag to the left and a blue curtain backdrop.
IL State News
19 hours ago
Alexi’s e-bike legislation passes

The goal is not only safety, but also for laws to keep up.

This trolley is used to provide tours of historic sites in Springfield that's part of the "History Comes Alive" program.
Local
21 hours ago
‘History Comes Alive’ returns to Springfield for 17th season

One of Springfield’s signature summer programs is back for its 17th year, bringing the city’s rich history to life through interactive tours, performances and educational experiences.

Pope Leo XIV speaks to Illinois State Treasurer Mike Frerichs in St. Peter's Square at The Vatican. Frerichs returned $8.65 of the Pope’s own money from the state’s unclaimed property system. (Photo courtesy of Treasurer Mike Frerichs’ Twitter account)
Local
21 hours ago
Illinois treasurer’s gift to Pope Leo? $8.65 of pontiff’s own money

Robert Prevost had money in unclaimed property from closed PayPal account.

Gregory Gilmore is the new U.S. Attorney for the Central District of Illinois.
Local
22 hours ago
New U.S. Attorney for Springfield, Central Illinois sworn in

Gregory Gilmore was given his oath Monday.

Titianna Ammons
Crime
22 hours ago
Former Champaign Co. board member indicted by federal grand jury for COVID unemployment benefit fraud

Ammons is the daughter of State Representative Carol Ammons and Champaign County Clerk Aaron Ammons.

Hand for drinking water to live through drought, Concept drought and crisis environment.
Local
22 hours ago
Climate trends contributing to more severe drought conditions across Illinois

“Poor planning of water resources can actually generate more frequent drought conditions,” Ford said.

Bryan Hatcher
Crime
23 hours ago
Man charged with grooming 15-year-old girl given pretrial release

Bryan Hatcher, 22, is accused of grooming, possessing child sexual assault material, and sharing a sexual video of an adult woman without her consent. 

Man in a dark suit at a wooden podium addressing a formal session, flanked by two colleagues in a legislative chamber with flags behind them.
Local
23 hours ago
Detention centers, exoneree restitution, foster care protections among final bills to pass

Dozens of bills passed on the final session days — here are some of the most significant.

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