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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.

An example of a Phenix Salon Suites location.
Local
2 months ago
Salon chain wants to add more Illinois franchise locations, including in Springfield

A location in Springfield is to be determined.

Traci Kinsley (at podium), principal of the high school at Monarch Youth Center, speaks to the graduates Monday, June 29.
Local
2 months ago
First high school graduation held at new junevile correctional facility in Lincoln

Officials referred to Monarch in 2025 as a sort of new approach to juvenile corrections.

Rep. Harry Benton takes a picture during a joint session of the Illinois House in May 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
IL State News
2 months ago
Speaker Welch to Rep. Harry Benton: Resign or be expelled

House speaker’s demand of fellow Democrat comes after months of silence over sexual harassment allegations.

A sign provides notice for a public meeting of the Hoffman Estates Plan Commission to discuss rezoning the 186-acre property at Higgins Road and Route 59. The developer notified the village on July 1 that it would withdraw the rezoning request after community backlash. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Maggie Dougherty)
IL State News
2 months ago
Developer withdraws rezoning request for controversial data center in Hoffman Estates

The project conjured statewide questions about the role of neighboring communities in data center decisions.

Child wearing a bright hat takes a big bite of a hot dog with pickle and vegetables outdoors, close-up view
Food Scene
2 months ago
What’s the perfect American hot dog? Depends where you grew up

Chicago-style hot dogs are grilled over an open flame. The steamed buns almost always have poppy seeds. No ketchup is allowed.

Governor JB Pritzker talks with storm cleanup workers in Effingham Wednesday, July 1.
Local
2 months ago
Pritzker: FEMA is limited in how much it can help IL

Governor says cuts have changed agency’s focus.

Workers with USIC identify areas for fiber optic lines while trying to beat the heat.
Local
2 months ago
How outdoor workers have dealt with the recent high temperatures

“If you feel like you’re doing too much, then get in the truck with the air on, get some water, take breaks,” Patterson said.

Banner for Crime Stoppers reading 'Crime of the Week' with a red octagon logo and three grayscale surveillance photos of suspects beneath it on a road background.
Local
2 months ago
Crime of the Week: Help needed solving restaurant burglary in Springfield

June 14 break-in at Gabatoni’s.

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