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Crime

Local
1 month ago
UPDATE: Teen bicyclist dead after being struck by car in Springfield

The accident happened Monday on the east side

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Crime
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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.

Cook County State's Attorney Eileen O'Neill Burke addresses reporters on Thursday, May 21, 2026, in the Cook County criminal courthouse. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Hannah Meisel)
IL State News
1 month ago
Judge rejects request for special prosecutor to investigate ‘Operation Midway Blitz’ abuses

Ruling vindicates Eileen O’Neill Burke’s stance that state’s attorney lacks legal authority.

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Crime
1 month ago
Crash kills woman, 66

Lincoln police allege DUI.

The most popular pistol for self-defense Glock 43x mos with a red dot sight and a tactical folding knife.
Local
1 month ago
Illinois lawmakers considering ban on guns like Glocks

Bill seeks to ban pistols with certain designs that can be modified into automatic weapons.

Local
1 month ago
Settlement reached in insurance fight tied to Springfield Wyndham

The suit was filed after owner Al Rajabi claimed that Affiliated FM was stalling the insurance payment.

Mayor Misty Buscher speaks at the annual "State of Greater Springfield" hosted by the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Local
1 month ago
Praise for city departments from Buscher at ‘State of Greater Springfield’

“Momentum you can see.”

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