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A Nokomis Police squad car.
Local
22 minutes ago
Nokomis officer relieved from shift after reported incident, internal review underway

The mayor says it was in reference to an incident at Casey’s.

Some of the artifacts tied to the history of the circus in Petersburg that will be on display at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.
Local
30 minutes ago
Step right up to the newest exhibit at the ALPLM

While Petersburg is tied to Abraham Lincoln history, it’s also tied to circus history.

Chicago Police vehicle
Crime
2 hours ago
7 killed and dozens injured following series of weekend shootings in Chicago

“Why isn’t Governor Pritzker calling me for help. I could make Chicago a safe City in ONE MONTH, in ONE YEAR, it would be one of the safest!!!” Trump said in a Sunday morning Truth Social post.

Front view of the United Center exterior with tall colorful banners along the facade, a spacious parking lot, and green trees against a blue sky.
Sports
4 hours ago
Best draft picks in Chicago Bulls history

Stacker compiled a list of the best draft picks in Chicago Bulls history

walking woman
Local
1 day ago
Memorial therapist says simple steps help people stay active

Garrisson said setting realistic goals is key for people trying to become more active

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IL State News
2 days ago
Authorities find 4 bodies outside Mexico City while searching for a missing American

Mawani and Hidalgo Ortiz lived in Chicago and Mexico City, according to Cate Taylor, a spokesperson for Mawani’s family.

Chicago, IL, April 11, 2026, Barack Obama Presidential Center Tower with a blue sky background, Presidential Library, former President of the United States with words and letters on the exterior
IL State News
2 days ago
Barack and Michelle Obama surprise first visitors to newly opened presidential center

Awed guests shook hands with the Obamas against the backdrop of a colorful, 38-foot-tall painting depicting a map of Chicago stretching to the ceiling, inspired by Carl Sandburg’s 1914 poem about the city: “stormy, husky, brawling, City of the Big Shoulders.”

NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 8: Jonathan Toews, captain of the Chicago Blackhawks, attends the launch event for EA Sports' NHL 11 at the NHL Powered by Reebok store on September 8, 2010 in New York City.
Sports
2 days ago
3-time Stanley Cup winner Jonathan Toews announces his retirement

Toews spent 15 seasons with the Chicago Blackhawks.

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