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The Illinois State Capitol in Springfield. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
IL State News
1 month ago
Junk fees, child torture, tipped wage proposals among bills to clear committee

More than 150 measures have moved thus far as House deadline approaches.

A farmer applies fertilizer to his field.
Agriculture
1 month ago
Rising fertilizer costs could negatively effect local famers

If prices continue to rise, this could cause a problem in next year’s growing season.

Food Scene
1 month ago
Celebrating Illinois food

St Louis’ Clementine’s ice cream wants to sell “boozy” flavors in Illinois.

Cows on the Little Brown Cow Dairy farm in Delavan. (Provided by Terry Hoerbert, Little Brown Cow Dairy)
Agriculture
1 month ago
Raw milk proponents push for fewer restrictions on Illinois sales despite state health warnings

As federal support wavers, Illinois farmers and lawmakers face hurdles with their agenda.

The Town & Country Shopping Center on MacArthur Blvd. has a new owner.
Local
1 month ago
New life for Town and Country?

MacArthur Blvd. strip mall has been sold. Also: Burgers!

Food Scene
1 month ago
Gas prices continue rising, food truck businesses feel the strain

“We typically prepare for it, but with them skyrocketing so quickly, it was something that kind of hit us the wrong way,” Cohn said.

Business
2 months ago
Vinegar Hill Mall, former Loukinen’s, to be auctioned

Also in business news, good news for pasta lovers.

A handcart and flour sack used at the former Pillsbury plant are now part of a display at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.
History
2 months ago
Former Pillsbury plant part of new exhibit at ALPLM

The plant opened in 1930 and closed in 2001.

Great Value cottage cheese sold in Illinois has been recalled.
IL State News
2 months ago
FDA recalls Great Value Cottage Cheese sold in 24 states, including Illinois

Products at Walmart stores pulled over pasteurization issue; consumers urged to check “best by” dates.