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IL State News
16 minutes ago
Champaign imposes temporary alcohol restrictions ahead of Illini Elite Eight game

Mayor issues emergency order to promote public safety, limit glass containers, and restrict deliveries near campus.

Local
23 minutes ago
2-year-old girl rescued after falling into Lake Petersburg

First responders arrived and found the girl and her guardians near the shoreline. 

Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Illinois
Local
46 minutes ago
‘Girl Brunch’ combines fun, fundraising for BGCCIL

The organization is launching Girl Brunch, a “high-energy women’s event” combining shopping, brunch, and a sing-along dance party.

Jeremy LaFleur
Crime
52 minutes ago
Springfield man arrested on several child sexual assault charges

Jeremy S. Lafleur was arrested on March 19 on six counts of predatory criminal sexual assault of a child.

Alexander Martinez
Crime
59 minutes ago
Decatur man accused of using AI to produce explicit images of underage girl

The sworn statement said that the photos were modified using AI to make her appear fully nude. 

Noodle -- APL Cat of the Week
Pet of the Week
1 hour ago
Meet Noodle — APL Cat of the Week

Noodle “turns into a total lovebug.”

Sally -- APL Dog of the Week
Pet of the Week
1 hour ago
Meet Sally — APL Dog of the Week

Playful, and a “zest for life!”

Nicholas Jones, left, executive vice president of the University of Illinois System, testifies before a House Committee opposing a bill to overhaul the way Illinois funds public universities. Also testifying in favor of the bill are Southern Illinois University System President Daniel Mahoney, center, and Eastern Illinois University President Jay Gatrell. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Peter Hancock)
Education
2 hours ago
University funding overhaul bill advances in House despite U of I opposition

Legislation would create a need-based formula for universities similar to one used for K-12 schools.

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