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Australian biopharma company CSL will invest $1.5 billion to expand its Kankakee manufacturing facility, creating 300 high-skilled jobs by 2031. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Maggie Dougherty)
Business
3 months ago
Biotechnology company to invest $1.5 billion in Illinois plasma-processing plan

‘We aren’t just celebrating jobs and buildings,’ state senator says.

New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry (85) is unable to catch a two-point conversion as Seattle Seahawks' Coby Bryant (8) and Josh Jobe, rear, defend during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 60 football game, Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Sports
3 months ago
Chicago Bears agree to deals with safety Coby Bryant, LB Devin Bush Jr., AP sources say

The 26-year-old Bryant — named after the Los Angeles Lakers great — was a key part of a defense that allowed the fewest points in the NFL and helped Seattle win its second Super Bowl championship last season.

From left, Iowa's Alvaro Folgueiras shoots against Nebraska's Rienk Mast, Sam Hoiberg, Pryce Sandfort and Cale Jacobsen during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Sunday, March 8, 2026, in Lincoln, Neb. (AP Photo/Rebecca S. Gratz)
Sports
3 months ago
No. 3 Michigan looks to repeat as Big Ten Tournament champion with bigger goals on horizon

Michigan, No. 8 Michigan State, No. 9 Illinois and No. 11 Nebraska earned byes through the first three rounds and will begin play in the quarterfinals on Friday.

Illinois' Keaton Wagler advances the ball as Oregon's Drew Carter pursues during an NCAA college basketball game Tuesday, March 3, 2026, in Champaign, Ill. (AP Photo/Craig Pessman)
Sports
3 months ago
Michigan’s Yaxel Lendeborg and Dusty May and Illinois’ Keaton Wagler take top AP All-Big Ten honors

Illinois’ Keaton Wagler was the unanimous choice for freshman of the year in voting by a panel of 16 media members who cover the Big Ten.

Village of Moweaqua
Local
3 months ago
Shelby County Sheriff’s deputies to answer calls in Moweaqua

“There will be a larger demand on the limited staff I have,” said Shelby County Sheriff Brian McReynolds.

Willie and Ashley Wardlow
Crime
3 months ago
Springfield couple arrested after young girl tied up, severely beaten

Willie Wardlow III, 32, and Ashley Wardlow, 40, were arrested Sunday and face various charges.

In 2024, Allen was finally elected by the Hall of Fame’s veterans committee.
Sports
3 months ago
Doctor’s 20-year quest helps baseball star Dick Allen reach the Hall of Fame

Champaign physician Dr. Fletcher turns decades-long advocacy into a book and upcoming documentary about the overlooked slugger and his legacy.

Colorectal cancer
Health & Wellness
3 months ago
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month highlights importance of early detection and screening

Medical experts say screenings are especially important because colorectal cancer is increasingly being diagnosed in younger adults.

A volunteer with Street Samaritans hands out a care package to a person camping underneath a bridge in November in the Chicago area. (Medill Illinois News Bureau by Jacques Abou-Rizk)
IL State News
3 months ago
Report outlines premature deaths, chronic health problems among homeless Illinoisans

Nonprofits are pushing forward with proactive measures to provide health care and basic services.

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