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Nicholas Jones, left, executive vice president of the University of Illinois System, testifies before a House Committee opposing a bill to overhaul the way Illinois funds public universities. Also testifying in favor of the bill are Southern Illinois University System President Daniel Mahoney, center, and Eastern Illinois University President Jay Gatrell. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Peter Hancock)
Education
2 months ago
University funding overhaul bill advances in House despite U of I opposition

Legislation would create a need-based formula for universities similar to one used for K-12 schools.

The house in the 2500 block of Iowa Street in Granite City where an illegal dental office operated. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Beth Hundsdorfer)
Crime
2 months ago
Police shut down illegal dental office in Granite City operated by immigrants

The cash-only operation came to light after a patient complained about a root canal gone bad.

The Illinois State Capitol in Springfield. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
IL State News
2 months ago
Junk fees, child torture, tipped wage proposals among bills to clear committee

More than 150 measures have moved thus far as House deadline approaches.

April 18, 2023 - Oakland, California: Chicago Cubs infielder Nico Hoerner during a game against the Oakland Athletics at the Oakland Coliseum.
Sports
2 months ago
Second baseman Nico Hoerner agrees to 6-year deal with Cubs, AP source says

Hoerner was a key performer last year as Chicago won 92 games and reached the playoffs for the first time since 2020.

A farmer applies fertilizer to his field.
Agriculture
2 months ago
Rising fertilizer costs could negatively effect local famers

If prices continue to rise, this could cause a problem in next year’s growing season.

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Education
2 months ago
High Schoolers help elementary students ‘RYse’ with YMCA

Elementary students learned the “High School Life” from SHG Seniors.

House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch presents his bill to limit where federal immigration centers can be placed in Illinois to a House committee on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)
IL State News
2 months ago
Illinois House committee advances bill banning immigration detention centers near homes, schools

The bill comes months after Broadview facility became focal point of Midway Blitz.

Gov. JB Pritzker takes questions from reporters during Agriculture Day at the Illinois Capitol on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)
IL State News
2 months ago
Lawmakers advance Pritzker’s cell phone ban, social media regulations

Bill expanding 4-year degrees at community colleges progresses after facing opposition last year.

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