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The federal courthouse for the Southern District of Illinois is pictured in East St. Louis. (Capitol News Illinois file photo by Peter Hancock)
IL State News
10 months ago
Trump administration sues Illinois over state law limiting federal immigration actions

State law allows residents to sue federal agents who violate their constitutional rights.

Holly of Johnston City, Illinois, celebrates with a big smile after winning a $250,000 jackpot playing the Illinois Lottery’s Magnificent Multiplier FastPlay game online.
IL State News
10 months ago
Southern Illinois player wins $250,000 iLottery jackpot after accidental purchase

Johnston City woman’s mistake leads to life-changing win on Illinois Lottery’s Magnificent Multiplier game.

A discarded Christmas tree
Holiday Guide
10 months ago
Christmas is over, but what to do with the tree? Here’s some alternatives to the landfill

According to the Nature Conservancy, some 10 million live Christmas trees end up in landfills every year.

Chicago Bears
Sports
10 months ago
Bears defense tries to rebound after struggling against 49ers

The Bears try to avenge a 52-21 loss they had in Week 2 at Detroit against the Lions (8-8), who have lost three straight.

This home in the Long Creek area was among those damaged by a tornado Sunday.,
Local
10 months ago
Mother describes moment tornado hits Long Creek house

“It came straight towards the house, shook my whole house,” Tiffany Compagni said.

Chicago Bears linebacker T.J. Edwards (53) is congratulated by teammates after returning an interception for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)
Sports
10 months ago
Bears’ heartbreaking loss to 49ers costs them chance at top seed in NFC playoffs

“It’s frustrating,” Williams said. “You don’t want to lose a game ever. And then also, in that position, having a shot at the end is all you can ask for on this moment. But we’ve got to do better job overall.”

Illinois football head coach Brett Bielema talks about Illinois' upcoming appearance in the Liberty Mutual Music City Bowl prior an NCAA college basketball game between Nebraska and Illinois Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, in Champaign, Ill. (AP Photo/Craig Pessman)
Sports
10 months ago
Tennessee and Illinois set for Music City Bowl with each team missing starters

Illinois coach Bret Bielema said bowls still create great memories for players and their families even in this changing landscape.

Jack, described as a mixed-breed mutt by his owner Shelley, keeps in stride on their afternoon walk in sleet and freezing rain, Monday, Dec. 29, 2025, in Manchester, N.H. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
Local
10 months ago
A bomb cyclone brings blizzards and dangerous wind chills to the Midwest

The storm brought blizzard conditions, treacherous travel and widespread power outages to parts of the Plains and Great Lakes on Monday as sharply colder air, strong winds and a mix of snow, ice and rain swept through.

Debbie
Pet of the Week
10 months ago
Meet Debbie — Meow Mobile Cat of the Week

“…a chill, affectionate senior who deserves to be relaxing in her forever home.”

Boss
Pet of the Week
10 months ago
Meet Boss — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

Friendly, and “waiting way too long for a fresh start.”