IL State News
11 months ago
Former Gov. Jim Edgar diagnosed with pancreatic cancer

“We do not underestimate this challenge, but we have confidence in the medical team helping us address it” – Former Gov. Jim Edgar

Crime
11 months ago
Accused Highland Park July 4 parade shooter goes to trial

WAUKEGAN, Ill. (AP) — The man accused of opening fire on a suburban Chicago […]

Powerball
IL State News
11 months ago
Illinois Lottery player wins $1M, matching five Powerball numbers

The winner matched all five numbers, but not the Powerball.

IL State News
11 months ago
Governor Pritzker to MSNBC’s Jen Psaki: Trump has it backwards

Guv: Biden’s timing “hobbled” Harris

Boston, Massachusetts USA - November 16, 2024: Hundreds of counter protesters clash with police at anti-abortion demonstration in Boston
National
11 months ago
Supreme Court turns back challenges to laws keeping abortion opponents away from clinics, patients

One case comes from Carbondale, Illinois, which is located near the state’s southern border and passed an ordinance after becoming a destination for patients from nearby states with abortion bans.

Nelson farm
Agriculture
11 months ago
Financial impacts of federal action stir anxiety for Illinois farmers

Farmers face uncertainty as Congress delays long-term spending legislation

Milan K. Patel sold the $3.1 million winning Ultimate Diamond Jackpot ticket at Komal Wine and Liquor in Chicago.
IL State News
11 months ago
$3M lottery ticket sold at convenience store near O’Hare Airport

The winner has one year from the drawing to claim the $3,188,104.

IL State News
11 months ago
Tax amnesty is part of Governor Pritzker’s budget proposal

Removing penalties induces taxpayers to pay up, says revenue director

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias exits the House chambers in the Illinois Capitol. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jade Aubrey)
IL State News
11 months ago
As federal deadline approaches, Illinois Secretary of State urges residents to “Get Real”

On May 7, state-issued driver’s licenses will no longer be accepted as a valid form of identification for domestic flights or at certain federal facilities such as military bases or federal courthouses.