Lifestyle
11 months ago
How Illinois’ unbanked population compares to the rest of the US

Where are Americans least likely to use a bank? Spokeo analyzed data from the FDIC to illustrate where banking is falling short in Illinois.

Gov. JB Pritzker signs the KIND Act Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025, at the Illinois Capitol. The new law requires the state to prioritize family members when placing children in foster care. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Bridgette Fox)
IL State News
11 months ago
Pritzker signs law to prioritize placing foster children with family members

The new law puts an obligation on the Department of Children and Family Services to use a “kin-first approach” when placing children in foster care.

Crime Stoppers
Crime
11 months ago
Crime Stoppers Crime of the Week: January gaming burglaries

The burglaries occurred at Linda’s Gaming Parlor and Parkway Pub.

Portland Thorns fans hold signs during the first half of the team's NWSL soccer match against the Houston Dash in Portland, Ore., Oct. 6, 2021. (AP Photo/Steve Dipaola, File)
Sports
11 months ago
Settlement creates $5 million fund for NWSL players after abuse scandal

Attorneys general from Washington, D.C., Illinois and New York announced the settlement with the league on Wednesday.

Illinois State Police squad
Local
11 months ago
Teen identified in Petersburg shooting that claimed two lives

Authorities have now identified 15-year-old Grant Withers as the teenager who died after sustaining a gunshot wound.

50501 protest at Capitol
Local
11 months ago
Protesters rally at Illinois State Capitol against Trump Administration

Among the protesters’ demands were calls for Trump to step down or face impeachment, thorough investigations into his appointees, and an inquiry into Elon Musk’s role within the U.S. government.

Route 66 Motorheads Bar and Grill
History
11 months ago
Cruisin’ the Mother Road: Must-see car attractions on Route 66

Route 66 Motorheads Bar and Grill is a one-of-a-kind stop and is part automotive museum, part sports bar, and fully dedicated to celebrating America’s love affair with the open road.

ALPLM
History
11 months ago
Celebrate Lincoln’s birthday at the ALPLM, free admission

Lincoln’s birthday also marks the official launch of Lincoln Unlocked, a digital tool offering access to rare photos, artifacts, and augmented reality features.

Dana-Thomas House
Local
11 months ago
Dana-Thomas House to receive $6.6 million for repairs

The funds come from the Rebuild Illinois capital plan and are part of a recent allocation of $60 million in funding.

Mindy Eaton
Business
11 months ago
Memorial Health names Mandy Eaton as new president and CEO

Eaton was most recently vice president and CEO at Cone Health, a non-profit healthcare system in North Carolina.