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Astro -- Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week
Pet of the Week
2 months ago
Meet Astro — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

A “strikingly handsome boy” in a shelter that is “completely full.”

Golden hues sweep across the farm as the food-grade soybeans reach maturity. (Photo courtesy United Soybean Board)
Agriculture
2 months ago
Illinois grows millions of bushels of soybeans. Why aren’t we eating them?

More local infrastructure urgently needed for Illinois’ own crops, especially soybeans, to make it from farm to table.

Chicago’s 45th Ward Committeeman Michael Rabbitt and his wife Sarah celebrate the remaining charges being dropped against him and his co-defendants, also pictured, in the “Broadview Six” protest case. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Hannah Meisel)
Crime
2 months ago
After misconduct accusation in ‘Broadview 6’ case, former lead prosecutor fired

Fallout continues after canceled trial as defense takes first step toward seeking sanctions.

Wrigley Field in Chicago
Sports
2 months ago
Slumping Cubs call up slugger Kevin Alcantara, leave 4-time Gold Glover Ian Happ out of lineup

“Kevin’s on the roster,” Counsell said. “You know there are spots to get him in there.”

Night crime scene
Crime
2 months ago
Man arrested after hours-long standoff in Menard County

Police used a drone to help locate Justin Thornley, 31.

Sadie -- APL Cat of the Week
Pet of the Week
2 months ago
Meet Sadie — APL Cat of the Week

Gentle, curious, and sweet!

Boone -- APL Dog of the Week
Pet of the Week
2 months ago
Meet Boone — APL Dog of the Week

Boone “will quickly become your best buddy.”

State Sen. Mary Edly-Allen, the bill’s sponsor, speaks on the Senate floor May 20. Edly-Allen’s bill seeks to regulate the most advanced forms of AI models. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
Local
2 months ago
Bill regulating powerful AI models advances as advocates say it’s only the first step

The measure aims to increase transparency and safety protocols around ‘frontier’ AI.

Social media influencer and former congressional candidate Katherine “Kat” Abughazaleh, center, addresses the media Thursday following the dismissal of charges. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Hannah Meisel)
IL State News
2 months ago
‘Broadview 6’ trial canceled as prosecutors acknowledge misconduct before grand jury

Stunning decision comes days before rare federal misdemeanor trial was set to begin.

Mifepristone A synthetic steroid used for emergency contraception and medical abortion. Contraceptive pills
Local
2 months ago
Abortion advocates urge additional reproductive health support from Illinois

The call comes amid a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision allowing access to telehealth medication abortions.

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