Kathy Salvi speaks to supporters at the 2022 Illinois State Fair in Springfield as a candidate for U.S. Senate. Salvi was elected chair of the Illinois Republican Party in 2024. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
IL State News
2 months ago
Which Republicans are seeking statewide office in 2026? So far, hardly any

Politicians set to gather at State Fair this week, unofficially kicking off 2026 election season.

2024 Illinois State Fair Grandstand Avenue
Local
2 months ago
State Fair announces Twilight Parade winners

Many Springfield-based winners of Twilight Parade awards.

Republican lawmakers in Springfield say power bills are skyrocketing because of "failed" energy policies.
IL State News
2 months ago
Republicans claim higher energy prices are all Governor’s fault

The Freedom Caucus says Democrats aren’t taking their pleas to do something with energy policy seriously.

The contents of a time capsule discovered at Taylorville Memorial Hospital.
History
2 months ago
Taylorville Memorial Hospital cracks open time capsule for public viewing

The time capsule contains a history of the TMH’s precursor, St. Vincent Hospital, including photographs of the facility in 1940 and 1953.

Left to right: Jeff Rogers, Don Craven and Anna Brugmann.
Business
2 months ago
Illinois newsrooms receive $4 million from state through tax credits

A law passed in 2024 was designed, in part, to fill void created by news deserts.

Sports
2 months ago
Chicago Bears call on state legislature to pass bill and provide momentum for suburban stadium

The Bears have the plans drawn up for the indoor stadium but need a mega bill to pass in Springfield in October to supply momentum for the construction.

David Jordan is wanted by Illinois State and Gibson City Police.
Crime
2 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.

Agriculture
2 months ago
Battle of the beers at the Illinois State Fair

“For the past ten years, we went from about forty breweries to over 300 breweries,” said Ray Stout, executive director of the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild.

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
2 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.

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