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The casket with the Rev. Jesse Jackson is seen before the Public Homegoing Service at the House of Hope in Chicago, Friday, March 6, 2026. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)
IL State News
3 months ago
Former presidents set to speak during final public tribute to the late Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.

Former Presidents Barack Obama, Bill Clinton and Joe Biden are joining thousands of people Friday during a celebration of life for the civil rights leader.

Gov. JB Pritzker awards Blue Ribbon schools at an event on March 4 at the Governor’s Mansion. Pritzker established the awards after the national program was abolished in August 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)
Education
3 months ago
28 Illinois schools receive state Blue Ribbon Schools award

Pritzker established the program last year after the national program was abolished.

An Illinois Department of Transportation plow gets ready to be loaded with salt ahead of the winter plowing season.
IL State News
3 months ago
New weather dashboard tracks Illinois snow and ice response

IDOT launches online tool showing winter road maintenance stats and safety data.

An urban fishing clinic will be held this year in Sangamon County, and instructors are needed.
Local
3 months ago
Cool summer job available for fishing enthusiasts

Illinois Department of Natural Resources seeking instructors for 2026 urban fishing clinics, including Sangamon County.

Rep. Kimberly Du Buclet, D-Chicago, joined consumer advocates to issue a public warning about alternative electric and gas supplier sales tactics and prices. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Maggie Dougherty)
IL State News
3 months ago
Lawmakers target hidden fees, predatory sales tactics with electric supply legislation

Consumer advocates push for new measures with affordability as session’s focus.

Legislation is pending in the Illinois House that advocates say would expand access for safety net clinics and certain other providers to low-cost outpatient medications. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Peter Hancock)
Health & Wellness
3 months ago
Bill expanding access to discounted drugs awaits Illinois House action

Clinics accuse drug manufacturers of restricting access to drugs in federal 340B program.

Village of Moweaqua
Local
3 months ago
Moweaqua village leaders continuing to work on fixing budget shortfall

The finance committee wants to avoid borrowing money from other funds and hopes to break even in a couple of months.

Sports
3 months ago
Here are the local teams still in the state high school basketball tournament hunt

The Illinois High School Association calls it “America’s Original March Madness”!

Great Value cottage cheese sold in Illinois has been recalled.
IL State News
3 months ago
FDA recalls Great Value Cottage Cheese sold in 24 states, including Illinois

Products at Walmart stores pulled over pasteurization issue; consumers urged to check “best by” dates.

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Sports
3 months ago
Illinois football adds Robby Hauck, Mike Linehan to defensive staff

Hauck named assistant defensive backs coach; Linehan tapped to lead defensive ends.

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