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Craig Norrenberns, a fourth-generation Illinois grocer, poses in one of the four independent groceries he owns in southern Illinois. Norrenberns testified before a House committee about the potential impacts SNAP cuts will have on independent grocers. (Photo courtesy Norrenberns)
Business
8 hours ago
As Illinoisans lose federal food assistance, independent grocers face debt, store closure
Without SNAP benefits, recipients could lose spending power, hurting local businesses.
Man in a navy suit delivers a speech at a wooden podium, with an American flag to the left and a blue curtain backdrop.
Business
8 hours ago
Giannoulias: IL must be good for business

In a family business, “there’s no such thing as a weekend. There’s no such thing as nights off.”

Springfield resident Bob Croteau, in blue, stands near Rep. Nikki Budzinski (D-Springfield) at a news conference at the AFL-CIO headquarters in downtown Springfield Aug. 21, 2025. Crouteau was one of a number of AFSCME union members who surrounded the Congresswoman.
Local
9 hours ago
House passes year-round E15 fuel bill with Budzinski as Democratic lead

The House passed legislation allowing year-round E15 ethanol fuel sales nationwide, with Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski serving as a Democratic lead on the bipartisan bill.

Illinois State Police released video of an incident where a Decatur man shot a crossbow at police.
Crime
9 hours ago
Illinois State Police release video of Decatur crossbow incident that led to officer-involved shooting

Illinois State Police have released video of an April incident in which Decatur officers shot a man who pointed a crossbow at them. The suspect faces multiple felony charges.

Gov. JB Pritzker and Illinois Superintendent of Education Dr. Tony Sanders speak at an event at the Governor’s Mansion in March 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)
Education
9 hours ago
School choice option at standstill as legislators weigh benefits, political fallout

Illinois takes cautious approach on whether to opt into federal tax credit program.

UIS Athletics
Local
10 hours ago
UIS Hosts Regional Baseball Tournament

The University of Illinois Springfield Prairie Stars are hosting NCAA regional baseball games this weekend following a strong spring sports season.

Brick apartment building angled under bright sun with lens flare; a person with a colorful headwrap stands on the sidewalk to the right.
IL State News
10 hours ago
Ex-residents of apartment building targeted in massive immigration raid seek millions in damages

Feds claimed Venezuelan gang had ‘taken over’ Chicago complex.

A truck drives on Illinois roads. (Medill Illinois News Bureau photo by Jacques Abou-Rizk)
Local
10 hours ago
IDOT targets young engineering talent with student loan assistance

The initiative aims to make IDOT more competitive for employment and tame a national engineer shortage.

FILE - Illinois head coach Brad Underwood watches froom the sidelines during the first half of an NCAA college basketball tournament semifinal game against UConn at the Final Four, April 4, 2026, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Sports
10 hours ago
Brad Underwood agrees to new contract terms following Illinois’ Final Four run

The agreement requires approval of university trustees.

The Starbucks global corporate headquarters building is seen Monday, May 11, 2026, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Business
14 hours ago
Starbucks to lay off 300 US corporate workers and close regional offices

Starbucks said it’s also closing underused offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago and other cities.

Sen. Dick Durbin speaks Tuesday, Feb. 17, at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Illinois, along with CEO Tiffany Mathis Posey.
Local
17 hours ago
Durbin says anti-vaping stance cost FDA chief his job

Durbin voted to approve Makary’s nomination when Makary said he would take a tough stand on vapes aimed at kids.

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