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Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan leaves Chicago's Dirksen Federal Courthouse after a jury convicted him on 10 of 23 corruption charges on Feb. 12, 2025. Ahead of his June 13 sentencing, federal prosecutors are recommending Madigan be sentenced to 12 ½ years in prison, plus a $1.5 million fine. The former speaker is asking for five years’ probation, including one year of home detention. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
Crime
10 months ago
Prosecutors ask judge to sentence ex-Speaker Madigan to 12 ½ years in prison

Madigan asks for 5 years’ probation, 1 year of home detention ahead of June sentencing

Local
10 months ago
Local tourism grant applications now being accepted

All applications will be accepted until 3:00 pm on July 15, 2025.

IL State News
10 months ago
Budget talks in final hours

Sims: Run toward responsibility, not away from it

Local
10 months ago
Free admission at zoo Saturday to recognize veterinarians, zoo workers, and those who want to be them

Free admission, and chances to learn about careers working with animals

Springfield Police Officers joining the force
Local
10 months ago
Springfield Police swears in 9 new officers

Seven just graduated from training