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2 months ago

Delta pilot reports a close encounter with a July Fourth firework before landing in Chicago

The FAA said it would investigate the incident.

State Senator Doris Turner (D-Springfield) speaks during a July 1, 2026 press conference at the Illinois State Fairgrounds.

2 months ago

Turner: ‘We are prepared’ if downtown tourism or medical district expansion bills are called during veto or special sessions

Proposals to expand tourism and BOS Center, and to expand “Mid-Illinois Medical District.”

Local

2 months ago

Animal control contract still unsettled

Ald. Williams: “What are they eating?”

Local

2 months ago

A pope for the people

Author finds Chicago-born pontiff “refreshing.”

Local

2 months ago

Stay cool headed, mentally and physically

Heat can also impact your mental health.

State Rep. Harry Benton speaks on the House floor in May 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

IL State News

2 months ago

Benton announces resignation

Benton announced his resignation Friday after Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch called for it, citing an investigation by the legislative inspector general.

Local

2 months ago

A $1M refresh for Lincoln Library

A grant will pay for new program space for youth.

Local

2 months ago

Some of the Dominical Sisters of Springfield are going to Kenya

A donation and some help for resources are on the way to Kenya! All thanks to The Dominical Sisters of Springfield.

Local

2 months ago

Cannabis overhaul is now law

The legislation also takes aim at intoxicating hemp.

Business

2 months ago

The leaders of tomorrow are leading today

“40 under 40” are listed.

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