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Sen. Don DeWitte, R-St. Charles, discusses the budget at a news conference at the Statehouse on May 27, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Ben Szalinski)
Local
1 week ago
Reducing gas tax, prepping for future shortfalls among late budget sticking points

Republicans call for lower spending and taxes as progressive Dems seek new revenue.

New York, NY USA - May 9 2023: E. Jean Carroll smiles as she leaves the courtroom after a jury found former President Trump liable for sexual abuse and defamation.
National
1 week ago
Justice Department opens investigation into E. Jean Carroll, who accused Trump of assault: AP source

The perjury investigation is being led by the federal prosecutors’ office in Chicago.

Kyle Adler, a 36-year-old Chilean American who was taken from his family at nine months old and illegally adopted, embraces his birth mother, Ana Maria Navarrete, after traveling from the U.S. to meet her for the first time, in Santiago, Chile, Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Esteban Felix)
IL State News
1 week ago
Chilean American stolen as a baby reunites with his mom and gets a second chance at family

The American family that adopted Adler in 1990 raised him in an affluent Chicago suburb.

Mallory Swanson (9) of USWNT in play during pre-Olympic friendly match against Mexico at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, NJ on July 13, 2024. USWNT won 1 - 0
Sports
1 week ago
Mallory Swanson returns to the USWNT first the first time since the 2024 Paris Olympics

Swanson was included on the U.S. roster for the first time since October 2024. She recently returned to her club team, the Chicago Stars, after taking time off for the birth of her daughter in November.

New York City, NY US - April 16, 2025: books displayed for sale on shelves in even rows against a wall at Barnes and Noble, NYC. Book display at a bookshop. Interior of a bookstore
Business
1 week ago
Independent bookstores are multiplying, although many people still think they’re dying out

The owners of The Book Loft Oak Park, another Chicago-area store that opened last summer, acknowledge some nerves about a nearby Barnes & Noble coming soon.

Collin Corbett, a former Republican political strategist, speaks to reporters outside the Illinois State Board of Elections in Springfield on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, after filing petitions to run for governor as an independent candidate. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Ben Szalinski)
Local
2 weeks ago
Former Republican strategist Collin Corbett files to run for governor as independent

Says he’s dissatisfied with direction of Republican Party.

Crime
2 weeks ago
‘Broadview 6’ defense accuses Chicago’s top federal prosecutor of having contact with grand jury

U.S. attorney says he hasn’t presented evidence to grand jury, but doesn’t deny being present.

A man with a microphone speaks to a panel of three seated at a long table during a meeting or presentation.
Local
2 weeks ago
Christian Co. residents voice concerns over proposed Eagle Rock Partners data center

“The one asset that large industries want from small communities is ignorance. I am proud to see so many members of our community here tonight to prove them wrong,” one county resident said.

Artificial intelligence
Local
2 weeks ago
Bipartisan AI safety, privacy bills await action in Illinois House

While some people hate the idea of AI, lawmakers know the technology is here to stay and Illinois must regulate it.

road closed signs in Illinois
IL State News
2 weeks ago
Construction worker dead after being hit on I-74 in Champaign

Few details about the crash or the identity of the worker had been released as of Wednesday morning.

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