Voting booth in Sangamon County
Local
2 years 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
2 years 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
2 years 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
2 years 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
2 years 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
2 years 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
2 years 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.

WOW Award winner Orion Marty
Local
2 years ago
Nominate someone who provides exceptional customer service for a WOW Award

Orion Marty’s dedication to outstanding customer service with the Damon Priddy State Farm Insurance agency is an example of individuals who bring attention to detail and a positive attitude to interactions with customers.

4th of july cookout
Local
2 years ago
Holiday week weather: Sunshine starts the week with storms possible starting Wednesday

As you make plans for cookouts and fireworks for the 4th, the forecast calls for a 60% chance for storms and a high of 82.  

IL Supreme Court
Crime
2 years ago
After 9 months, state data begins to detail new pretrial detention system

Researchers say despite new 75-county data trove, it’s still too early to judge bail reform law.