The Illinois State Capitol is pictured in Springfield.
Local
1 year ago
State ends fiscal year with nearly $5B cash on hand 

Leaders say record balances drive investment revenue, ensure vendors are paid on time.

4th of July sparklers and flag
Local
1 year ago
4th of July weekend weather outlook

Rain and storms in the forecast.

Voting booth in Sangamon County
Local
1 year ago
Pritzker signs election bill to increase party power in primary elections 

Measures also include reforms to electoral college electors and voter registration data.

Road work ahead of
Local
1 year ago
Water main work closes northbound Amos Avenue

Northbound lanes of Amos Avenue will be closed at Washington Street to Mossman Avenue.

AK-47s
Local
1 year ago
Supreme Court sidesteps challenge to Illinois assault weapons ban

The Supreme Court sidestepped a new set of Second Amendment fights Tuesday, declining to hear a challenge to the assault weapons ban in Illinois.

Rosie
Pet of the Week
1 year ago
Meet Rosie – Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

She takes treats gently, loves to give gentle kisses and craves attention from anyone who will give it to her.

Temptress
Pet of the Week
1 year ago
Meet Temptress – APL Dog of the Week

Friendly and affectionate, she walks with poise on the leash, savoring every moment of outdoor exploration.

Minnesota- Cat of the Week
Pet of the Week
1 year ago
Meet Minnesota – Meow Mobile’s Cat of the Week

Minnesota is a darling girl who loves head rubs and ear scritches, and being just out of kittenhood, she’s sure to have just the right amount of playful energy.

John Deere
Agriculture
1 year ago
Struggling with falling demand for farm equipment, Deere & Co. announces nearly 600 layoffs

Deere said the production positions being cut are concentrated at two factories in Iowa and one at its home base in Moline.