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WASHINGTON, DC - January 6, 2021: Supporters of U.S. President Donald Trump gather on the National Mall for the "Stop the Steal" rally.
Local
5 months ago
IL lawmaker proposes 100% tax on money received from Jan. 6 ‘slush fund’

“I will file a bill to do the same in Illinois.”

Local
5 months ago
Man in custody following Logan County police standoff

The suspect was charged with multiple domestic battery and weapons charges.

Crime
5 months 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.

Can you help identify these two suspects Crime Stoppers say recently stole clothes from the Springfield Old Navy?
Local
5 months ago
Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying suspects in Old Navy thefts

Two suspects seen in good-quality surveillance photos allegedly stealing from Old Navy.

Night scene of a small motel with red neon MOTEL sign and blue VACANCY sign, casting a red glow on the building at dusk.
Local
5 months ago
Alderman: Whose side are the police on when it comes to prostitution?

Williams: Cops help escorts, rather than the motels which are trying to evict them.

Local
5 months ago
UPDATE: Teen bicyclist dead after being struck by car in Springfield

The accident happened Monday on the east side

Crime scene tape
Crime
5 months ago
Teen injured in Clinton shooting

A 16-year-old is hospitalized in stable condition.

Chicago’s 45th Ward Committeeman Michael Rabbitt and his wife Sarah celebrate the remaining charges being dropped against him and his co-defendants, also pictured, in the “Broadview Six” protest case. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Hannah Meisel)
Crime
5 months ago
After misconduct accusation in ‘Broadview 6’ case, former lead prosecutor fired

Fallout continues after canceled trial as defense takes first step toward seeking sanctions.

Night crime scene
Crime
5 months ago
Man arrested after hours-long standoff in Menard County

Police used a drone to help locate Justin Thornley, 31.

Social media influencer and former congressional candidate Katherine “Kat” Abughazaleh, center, addresses the media Thursday following the dismissal of charges. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Hannah Meisel)
IL State News
5 months ago
‘Broadview 6’ trial canceled as prosecutors acknowledge misconduct before grand jury

Stunning decision comes days before rare federal misdemeanor trial was set to begin.

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