A demonstrator holds a sign reading "STOP BEATING PEOPLE" near a line of law enforcement as protesters gather outside an ICE processing facility in the Chicago suburb of Broadview, Ill., Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
IL State News
16 hours ago
Judge to hear arguments as advocates sue feds over conditions at Chicago-area ICE facility

As attorneys representing the federal government asked for more time to prepare, the plaintiffs’ lawyers called the situation in the west Chicago suburb of Broadview a “human rights emergency.”

Scam Alert
Local
16 hours ago
Springfield police warn of donation scam targeting shoppers on the west side

Scammers claim to be raising money for Boys and Girls Clubs.

Peter Cadigan and Peggy Finley appear in Sangamon County Circuit Court.
Crime
17 hours ago
Springfield EMTs accused in Earl Moore Jr. death won’t face trial until 2026

Both the prosecution and defense agreed to a potential May 11, 2026, trial date.

IL State News
1 day ago
Who wants to be last?

Some candidates believe bottom ballot spot means a boost.

Voting
Local
1 day ago
Sorry, NO election in Illinois Tuesday

Many calls and social media comments, but still no election Tuesday anywhere in Illinois.

Health & Wellness
1 day ago
Governor: No decision yet on end-of-life bill

“It was something that I didn’t expect and didn’t know was going to be voted on” during just-finished veto session.

Danville High School
IL State News
1 day ago
Danville School District 118 dismisses students early following anonymous threat

District officials ensure families will be updated as more information becomes available after early dismissal on Monday morning.

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IL State News
1 day ago
Southern Illinois player strikes it rich with $1 million Holiday Gold scratch-off win

Fairview Heights resident wins top prize on $20 ticket purchased at local Sav-On Liquor & Wine.

Gun violence prevention rally
Crime
1 day ago
Gun violence prevention action committee releases 2025 Gun Safety Report Card ahead of 2026 elections

The report highlights the lawmakers who supported reforms aimed at preventing dangerous individuals from obtaining firearms, safeguarding children and at-risk individuals from gun access, and strengthening enforcement of existing gun laws.

Christopher Coleman
Crime
1 day ago
UPDATE: Arrest made in weekend Springfield shooting death

Christopher Coleman, 29, was originally arrested on unrelated charges.