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alcohol abuse
IL State News
2 months ago
Champaign sets alcohol restrictions ahead of Final Four celebrations

City officials cite public safety as Illini fans prepare for large gatherings this weekend..

saving money
Local
2 months ago
5 smart ways Central Illinois consumers can save money right now

A few simple adjustments can create meaningful savings without sacrificing your lifestyle.

Gasoline climbed at $4.29 a gallon at many retail stations across Illinois. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Peter Hancock)
Agriculture
2 months ago
Pritzker calls for year-round E15 gasoline in letter to Congress

Governor says war in Iran has elevated urgency for cheaper, higher-ethanol fuel.

Rep. Dan Ugaste, R-Geneva, debates a bill in the Illinois House on May 21, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
IL State News
2 months ago
Republicans, Pritzker point fingers over cause of rising property taxes

Report finds Cook County property taxes outpacing inflation, wage growth.

FILE - Soldier Field is seen for an MLS soccer match between the Chicago Fire and the CF Montréal, Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Matt Marton, File)
IL State News
2 months ago
Bears hope to choose stadium site this spring or summer

“Both of the sites are excellent sites,” Warren said.

Los Angeles Angels manager Kurt Suzuki, left, attempts to challenge a play with an umpire during the third inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs in Chicago, Wednesday, April 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)
Sports
2 months ago
Angels denied a replay challenge when manager Kurt Suzuki waits too long to appeal

The play occurred with the Chicago Cubs batting in the third inning of the Angels’ 6-2 loss in the series finale at a chilly Wrigley Field.

Illinois State University Redbirds
Sports
2 months ago
Auburn and Illinois State play in NIT matchup

Thursday’s matchup is the first this season between the squads.

Michigan's Yaxel Lendeborg (23) celebrates after defeating Tennessee in the Elite Eight of the NCAA college basketball tournament, Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)
Sports
2 months ago
Believe it! After a wild March Madness, Final Four teams look to conjure up more magic

There are no Cinderellas lacing it up at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indy this week, but that’s not to say the 2026 version of March Madness hasn’t produced its share of memories already.

McDonald's Snack Wraps
Food Scene
2 months ago
McDonald’s tries a simpler approach with its new McValue menu

Some of the items already cost less than $3 in some parts of the U.S., but others don’t.

severe weather
Local
2 months ago
Severe weather possible late Thursday afternoon

A Tornado Watch has been issued.

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