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Illinois currently has 18 members in the College Football Hall of Fame, including Dana Howard (2018) and Moe Gardner (2022).
Sports
14 minutes ago
Illinois greats Kevin Hardy and Simeon Rice on 2027 College Football Hall of Fame ballot

Former Fighting Illini stars could join 18 others already enshrined in the hall.

Military veteran with disability meeting with psychologist for therapy session, rehabilitation and PTSD symptoms healing. Therapist counseling soldier in wheelchair, listening, writing notes
Local
21 minutes ago
Illinois veteran’s agency promotes PTSD awareness and treatment resources

Department releases public service announcements during PTSD Awareness Month to encourage veterans and others to seek help.

Chumley -- Meow Mobile Cat of the Week
Pet of the Week
34 minutes ago
Meet Chumley — Meow Mobile Cat of the Week

Friendly and affectionate, and learning to play!

Olaf -- Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week
Pet of the Week
42 minutes ago
Meet Olaf — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

“A big bundle of joy” is ready for adoption or fostering!

Chicago Blackhawks
Sports
55 minutes ago
Lightning acquire rights to forward prospect in a trade with the Blackhawks

The 20-year-old Pridham was selected by Chicago in the third round of the 2024 draft.

Pope Leo XIV waves as he leaves after his weekly general audience in St. Peter's Square at The Vatican, Wednesday, May 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino)
IL State News
1 hour ago
‘Love my woke pope’: Why Leo’s first encyclical went viral and how it speaks to his papal approach

History’s first U.S.-born pope has demonstrated a willingness to embrace aspects of contemporary culture.

Car crash
Local
4 hours ago
‘100 Deadliest Days of Summer’ ramps up for teen drivers

According to AAA statistics, nearly one-third of all teen driving deaths in 2024 occurred between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

Supporters of the rideshare union bill celebrate in the Senate gallery after the bill passed on the floor. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert.)
Local
22 hours ago
Rideshare drivers could unionize in Illinois under bill passed by General Assembly

Drivers say they want better wages, an ability to set rules and to address punishments.

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