Attorney Benjamin Crump, at podium, speaks on Governer Pritzker signing "Sonya's Bill" into law. The law was named after a woman who was killed by a Sangamon County Sheriffs Deputy.
Local
5 months ago
Attorneys: ‘Sonya’s Law’ can be a national changemaker

Crump has helped represent the Massey family since Sonya’s death.  He praises the Massey family for their dedication to, and conviction for, the cause.

Crime
5 months ago
‘Sonya’s Law’ signed by Governor

“I feel confident that going forward and over time, our communities and law enforcement will have built a trusting relationship,” said the sponsor, State Sen. Doris Turner (D-Springfield), breaking down, “and I will have kept my promise to my childhood friend, Sonya’s mother.”

Crime
5 months ago
Massey Commission hears about Ferguson

A Missouri cop fatally shot Michael Brown in 2014.

Richard Wilson is accused of being part of a multi-state theft operation.
Crime
5 months ago
Springfield man arrested, accused of multi-state theft ring

Richard Wilson allegedly stole more than $10,000 worth of items.

David Jordan is wanted by Illinois State and Gibson City Police.
Crime
5 months ago
Man wanted, accused of shooting at officers before house ended up on fire

David Jordan, 70, Gibson City, is accused of shooting two officers, after which his home ended up on fire.

Former Democratic House Speaker Michael Madigan departs the Dirksen Federal Courthouse after receiving a 7 ½-year prison sentence on corruption charges on June 13, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
Crime
5 months ago
Judge denies ex-Speaker Madigan’s request to remain out of prison during appeal

As an Oct. 13 prison report date gets closer, Madigan hires experienced appellate team.

Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark, left, stands with Team Clark during the national anthem before the WNBA All-Star basketball game, Saturday, July 19, 2025, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
IL State News
5 months ago
Another WNBA game, again in Chicago, disrupted by a sex toy tossed onto the court

The WNBA said any spectators throwing objects onto the court will face at least a one-year ban and prosecution from law enforcement.

These two men used a fraudulent credit card to purchase gift cards from a Family Dollar store.
Crime
5 months ago
Crime of the Week: Help needed investigating Retail Theft from near west side business

Two men used a fraudulent credit card to purchase gift cards.

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