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Faculty at the University of Illinois Springfield took what they called a "practice" walk around the quad Thursday in anticipation of needing to do so for a strike.
Education
3 weeks ago
UIS faculty to strike starting Friday, if no deal is reached by then

Union says no productive talks have been completed after 11 months of talks.

Senator Dick Durbin and Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher hold a news conference at the Springfield Municipal Center.
Local
3 weeks ago
Durbin: Trump doesn’t know what he’s doing in Iran

Durbin says when Trump talks about ending the war in two to three weeks, don’t believe it.

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IL State News
3 weeks ago
Merch Madness insanity taking over C-U with Final Four clothing and merch

“In the first 24 hours, over 5,000 were ordered online and [for] pickup,” said Steven Farag, co-founder and CEO of Campus Ink and the NIL Store.

alcohol abuse
IL State News
3 weeks ago
Champaign sets alcohol restrictions ahead of Final Four celebrations

City officials cite public safety as Illini fans prepare for large gatherings this weekend..

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Crime
3 weeks ago
Jacksonville man charged with seven burglaries — most on April Fool’s Day

An April Fool’s Day crime spree leads to an arrest on seven different charges.

saving money
Local
3 weeks ago
5 smart ways Central Illinois consumers can save money right now

A few simple adjustments can create meaningful savings without sacrificing your lifestyle.

Gasoline climbed at $4.29 a gallon at many retail stations across Illinois. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Peter Hancock)
Agriculture
3 weeks ago
Pritzker calls for year-round E15 gasoline in letter to Congress

Governor says war in Iran has elevated urgency for cheaper, higher-ethanol fuel.

Rep. Dan Ugaste, R-Geneva, debates a bill in the Illinois House on May 21, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
IL State News
3 weeks ago
Republicans, Pritzker point fingers over cause of rising property taxes

Report finds Cook County property taxes outpacing inflation, wage growth.

FILE - Soldier Field is seen for an MLS soccer match between the Chicago Fire and the CF Montréal, Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Matt Marton, File)
IL State News
3 weeks ago
Bears hope to choose stadium site this spring or summer

“Both of the sites are excellent sites,” Warren said.

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