University of Illinois's Memorial Stadium
Sports
4 months ago
Why a donor gave $100 million, a record, to U of I Athletics program

“U of I had a profound impact on Larry. He has always been generous with his time, but now he is generous with his money too for the athletic department.”

UIS
Education
4 months ago
Record enrollment in University of Illinois system, some increases at UIS

Overall enrollment in the U of I system is up, while down slightly at UIS.

A screenshot of Springfield Police Bodycam video of a recent "Use of Force" indicent.
Crime
4 months ago
Discussion, again, of Springfield Police Dept. following ‘use of force’ incident

Aldermen criticized police chief for refusing to meet with a local activist.

Demonstrators march at a protest opposing "Operation Midway Blitz" and the presence of ICE, Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)
IL State News
4 months ago
Chicagoans change routines as immigration crackdown looms. Some carry passports and avoid stores

“They’re profiling,” he said of federal agents. “My wife and I went to a wedding and I told my wife, ‘Bring your citizenship papers.’”

Memorial Stadium at the University of Illinois.
Sports
4 months ago
University of Illinois renames Memorial Stadium to Gies Memorial Stadium after record $100 million gift

Gies’ contribution honors his late father, U.S. Army veteran Larry Gies Sr., and aims to preserve the legacy of military sacrifice.

IL State News
4 months ago
Governor tells of immigrants’ fear as ICE arrives in Chicago

Pritzker says Trump’s actions are “not normal” and “anti-American.”

State Sen. Darren Bailey appears at a news conference alongside law enforcement officers during his 2022 campaign for governor. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
IL State News
4 months ago
Sources: Darren Bailey to run for governor again in Illinois

Bailey is biggest name to enter Republican primary despite 2022 loss.

restaurant reservation
Food Scene
4 months ago
Illinois will ban fraudulent restaurant reservations Jan. 1

Sponsors said they have seen some reservations resold at prices as high as $700. 

Justice P. Scott Neville, Jr., selected as the next Chief Justice of the Illinois Supreme Court.
IL State News
4 months ago
New Illinois Supreme Court Chief Justice named

The next Chief Justice of the Illinois Supreme Court replaced the first Black Chief Justice.

peripheral artery disease
Health & Wellness
4 months ago
New IL law will require insurance coverage for peripheral artery disease screening

The disease is common when blood flow is blocked from reaching the foot.

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