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History

10 months ago

ALPLM to celebrate Juneteenth by displaying Emancipation Proclamation

Theatrical event, free day also scheduled

Education

10 months ago

Using paper, scissors, and staples to learn about engineering

All it takes is paper, scissors, and tape

Dozens of Illinois schools have mascots that feature Native American imagery or names. A bill that would have banned them stalled in the Senate. From left to right, top to bottom: Logos for the Stockton Blackhawks, Calumet Indians, Altamont Indians, Bremen Braves, Deer Creek Chiefs, Mt. Zion Braves, Annawan Braves, Marengo Indians. (Capitol News Illinois illustration)

IL State News

10 months ago

Mascot ban stalls as Native-backed land conservation bill advances

Legislative session ends with no final action on school mascot bill

Education

10 months ago

New UIUC chancellor selected

Charles Isbell, Jr. to also be U of I Vice President

Local

10 months ago

Free breakfast and lunch for all Springfield kids through District 186

These meals follow the same diet regulations as they do during the school year

Rep. Dagmara Avelar, D-Romeoville, speaks on the House floor on Saturday, May 31, the final day of session. Avelar’s bill regarding non-FDA approved drugs passed the House this week. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)

IL State News

10 months ago

Shield law, university admissions, foster placement bills clear General Assembly

End of legislative session sees flurry of bills approved

Education

10 months ago

Short night for Dist. 186 School Board

Not a great deal to report from the Springfield School Board meeting Monday night.

Education

10 months ago

Sales tax on services? Gov Pritzker says no

Also pushes community college bill

Education

10 months ago

LLCC instructor honored

HVAC instructor receives excellence award

Education

10 months ago

Turner launches annual Summer Book Club

Children who read at least eight books will receive a gift card

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Sports

18 hours ago

UConn reaches 3rd national title game in 4 seasons, beating Illinois 71-62 behind Mullins and Reed

Freshman Keaton Wagler had 20 points and eight rebounds to lead the Fighting Illini (28-9), who reached their first Final Four since losing the championship game to North Carolina in 2005.

Local

21 hours ago

What the UIS faculty wants in strike against administration

Union voices concerns over inadequate pay after months of negotiations.

Local

21 hours ago

Death under investigation by Illinois State Police in Christian County

State police said they cannot share any more information at this time to “protect the integrity of the investigation.”

Local

1 day ago

Durbin: Earmarks are just fine with me, since they’re helping Springfield

Durbin: If it means improvements, I’ll take earmarks.

Sports

18 hours ago

Freshmen Braylon Mullins and Keaton Wagler shine as others struggle in UConn’s win over Illinois

Illinois freshman Keaton Wagler headed dejectedly to his bench, pulling his jersey over his face as teammates consoled him before he covered his head with a towel.