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A stovetop burns natural gas. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Maggie Dougherty)

IL State News

1 month ago

Attorney general reaches settlement to reduce Nicor Gas request by 63%

But advocates say it’s a compromise, ‘not a clear win for customers.’

FILE - A student wipes his face while his mother takes a photo of him with a sign on the first day of school at Betsy Ross Elementary School in Anaheim, Calif., on Aug. 6, 2026. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)

IL State News

1 month ago

In an age of instant answers, educators say there’s a case for letting kids struggle a little

There is a downside to that convenience, said Dr. Dana Suskind, a professor of surgery and pediatrics at the University of Chicago and author of the book “Human Raised.”

Sean Grayson's new Sangamon County Jail mugshot

Local

1 month ago

Grayson’s attorneys want murder conviction vacated because he died. Read the request here

Massey’s family is angered by the motion.

Local

1 month ago

Jerry Seinfeld to perform at UIS PAC in December

Tickets go on sale Sept. 18.

Local

1 month ago

Harvest off to a fast start across central Illinois

Harvest already in full swing in some areas after Labor Day.

Local

1 month ago

Naloxone shift to generic version helps stretch state’s overdose prevention funds

Health officials say lower cost means more kits can reach the public.

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker speaks at a Texas Democratic Party press conference ahead of the Republican National Convention, Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Gabriela Passos)

IL State News

1 month ago

Illinois governor’s race shifts to Texas

Bailey, Pritzker both working the sidelines of midterm Republican convention for support, money.

Attorneys for Capitol News Illinois, left, and the Illinois Attorney General’s office speak to Sangamon County Judge Jack Davis II during a hearing on Sept. 9, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Campbell. Photo cropped to fit CCN size requirements.)

Local

1 month ago

DCFS tells judge it will comply with records request in 2024 death of foster child

Agency director required to explain missed court dates at rescheduled hearing in October.

Workers install a copper pipe to replace a lead service line that brings drinking water to homes Tuesday, July 21, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Alyssa Goodman)

National

1 month ago

The push to remove lead pipes is on. Thousands of water systems still don’t know where theirs are

The City of Springfield continues to replace lead water service lines as well.

Local

1 month ago

Springfield man pleads guilty to 2025 murder

Justin Pickrell, shot and killed Camren White April 7, 2025.

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