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A small crowd gathers outside the ABC Channel 7 studio in downtown Chicago to watch a live broadcast of the 2008 presidential debates through the station’s street‑facing window. Pedestrians pause along State Street as the brightly lit newsroom displays the televised event, creating a moment of shared public viewing in the city’s nighttime streetscape. Chicago, IL, USA October 02, 2008
IL State News
2 weeks ago
ABC stations call FCC’s early call for license renewal ‘unconstitutional’

The FCC’s move in April to begin early reviews of the broadcast licenses of ABC-owned stations in eight local markets attracted particularly close attention.

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Sports
2 weeks ago
Bears coach Ben Johnson says he is ‘buying Luther Burden stock’ going into the season

“Yeah, I’m buying Luther Burton stock right now,” coach Ben Johnson said. “Just how he’s approached his offseason, it’s been electric. It showed up yesterday. He had numerous explosive plays. … So he’s in a really good spot.”

Aerial view of a suburban residential neighborhood with well-kept lawns, two-story houses, and a curved street.
Local
2 weeks ago
Are home prices going up in Springfield, Illinois in 2026?

Redfin Real Estate compiled data on how home prices are changing in 2026 in Springfield, IL.

Maid Rite has long been a staple along historic Route 66 in Springfield.
Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
2 weeks ago
Long before McDonald’s, Maid Rite pioneered the American drive-thru

“The original way — mustard, chopped onion, chopped pickles, scoop of ground beef … 1-2-3-4 this is what the Maid-Rite is. You made that in all of 15 seconds — I do 15 in a minute,” said Owner Sam Quasi.

Student, mental health and depression with anxiety, burnout and sad for exam results, fail or mistake while sitting outdoor. Young man, stress and tired and depressed on university or college campus
Local
2 weeks ago
New Mental Health Committee anticipates focusing on adolescent care

Chair: Adolescents of all races have some of the same mental health problems.

Mute swan swimming on dark rippling water, neck curved, orange beak with black facial patch.
Local
2 weeks ago
Endangered … for a different reason?

A bill would make the mute swan a target.

Democratic Rep. Thaddeus Jones speaks on the House floor on his way to passing a pair of bills to regulate the homeowner and auto insurance industries. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)
Local
2 weeks ago
Insurance regulation bills clear General Assembly

Pritzker says he’ll sign legislation to regulate auto, homeowners insurance rates.

E-bike on the country road at sunset
Local
2 weeks ago
Lawmakers approve bill to regulate e-bikes, scooters

Speed limits and age restrictions part of new limits.

The Muni
Local
2 weeks ago
‘Mamma Mia!’ takes the stage at The Muni

Performances the next two weekends at The Muni.

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