Dave Dahl

Morning news anchor, WTAX

Bailey-Del Mar: Former Republican State Sen. Darren Bailey speaks to supporters at a rally in Bloomington to open his 2026 campaign for governor on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Bailey named Cook County Republican Party Chair Aaron Del Mar, right, as his running mate. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Ben Szalinski)
IL State News
4 weeks ago
Bailey wants another chance

2022 runner-up does not mention primary opponents, nor that there even is a primary.

Dick Durbin at a press conference in his home's backyard in Springfield on April 24, 2025, one day after he announced he would not seek reelection.
Health & Wellness
4 weeks ago
Durbin warns of government shutdown

On Tylenol and autism, Durbin says the President has “no skill or talent in this area.”

Local
4 weeks ago
New 183rd Wing facility is open

Two-building complex houses 183rd Wing civil engineers.

A map of tick infestation
Health & Wellness
4 weeks ago
Tracking the ticks

The danger in Illinois is the lone star tick, which can render you allergic to meat.

Education
4 weeks ago
Anger over lack of ASL curriculum

Suitable candidates have not applied, says Gill.

Education
1 month ago
New library coming for UIS

“Employers today want graduates who can collaborate problem-solve and adapt to change.”

Education
1 month ago
D-186 superintendent search: What’s your opinion?

Survey and focus groups will collect public input.

Local
1 month ago
Challenger: U.S. Rep. Mary Miller is too conservative for central Illinois

Judy Bowlby of Dawson: More people are like me: moderate.

Beni Harmony
Local
1 month ago
Beni Harmony: WICS is trying to silence me

“Thank you for pushing the story out there and telling the truth. That’s all Charlie would have wanted.”

Education
1 month ago
D-186 passes budget; Lanphier asst principal accused of hitting student

The district plans to use fund balance to resolve an $18 million deficit; Chris Hampsey is on “investigative leave.”