Storm clouds overlook the Illinois Capitol in Springfield in 2024. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
IL State News
2 months ago
Illinois’ budget on track for deficit as new federal policies create challenges

State spending likely to increase significantly in coming years as Medicaid, SNAP requirements set in.

Local
2 months ago
1 dead, 3 hospitalized after Shelby Co. crash

A car with four people in it ran off the road and overturned.

Marine Hemphill
Local
2 months ago
Candlelight vigil planned for juveniles killed in Taylorville crash

Organizers said they worked with Taylorville Mayor Bruce Barry to plan the vigil.

Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell, left, and bench coach Ryan Flaherty, right, look on from the dugout during the seventh inning of Game 5 of baseball's National League Division Series against the Milwaukee Brewers, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Milwaukee.
Sports
2 months ago
Inability to get runners on base in Game 5 leads to Cubs’ exit from postseason

“We just didn’t do much,” manager Craig Counsell said after a 3-1 loss to Milwaukee in the winner-take-all Game 5 of their NLDS on Saturday.

Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard greets fans on a red carpet before an NHL hockey game against the Montreal Canadiens, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Matt Marton)
Sports
2 months ago
Blackhawks highlight their rich history before the home opener for their centennial season

“I think for us to be able to celebrate a 100th year and really see the history of this franchise, it’s humbling in a lot of ways.”

Illinois State Police stand guard as people including members of the Coalition for Spiritual and Public Leadership (CSPL) gather outside a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Broadview, Ill., Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. (AP Photo/Adam Gray)
IL State News
2 months ago
Court: National Guard troops sent to Illinois by Trump can stay but can’t be deployed for now

Perry said she found no substantial evidence that a “danger of rebellion” is brewing in Illinois during Trump’s immigration crackdown.

Fall Guide
2 months ago
LLCC’s ‘Haunted Lab’ returns October 24

Costumes are welcome, and popcorn will be available for added festive fun.

Vermilion Advantage
Business
2 months ago
Vermilion Advantage CEO resigns amid bribery, misconduct investigation

Mike Marron steps down as Illinois State Police probe allegations involving county officials and economic development group.

Gov. JB Pritzker announces the latest tenant for Chicago’s quantum research park on Thursday, Oct. 9.
Business
2 months ago
French tech company announces new headquarters at Chicago quantum research park

Company plans to invest $65M in the new facility, creating 50 jobs.

Protesters and reporters gathered outside an immigration enforcement facility in Broadview, Illinois, on Saturday, Oct. 4. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
IL State News
2 months ago
Judge grants restraining order protecting protesters, journalists in Chicago-area protests

First Amendment suit bars federal agents from arresting peaceful protesters, working press.

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