girl on phone in class
Education
1 year ago
New phone policy in District 186 in place as students head back to school

Devices found in violation will have to be retrieved by a parent or guardian.

Local
1 year ago
IL National Guard recruited to assist law enforcement at DNC in Chicago

The National Guard’s specialized units are trained to handle a wide range of scenarios where large crowds, dignitaries, and other high-profile participants are present.

Woman on scale
Health & Wellness
1 year ago
U of I study shows fiber and protein are key to weight loss

Participants focused on increasing their protein and fiber intake while keeping daily calories to 1,500 or less. 

National
1 year ago
Protesters plan large marches and rallies as Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago

Their issues cover climate change, abortion rights and racial equality, to name a few, but many activists agree an immediate cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war is the overarching message of the demonstrations.

Local
1 year ago
GOP has its say

“‘Democrats deliver.’ They sure as hell do.”

National
1 year ago
What to watch as the Democratic National Convention gets underway in Chicago

Biden is expected to use his keynote address as a symbolic handoff of his party to Harris, capping five decades in Democratic politics and pressing the case for what he says is the threat to the country if Trump returns to the White House.

Local
1 year ago
Evidence of past fires and trespassing found at Jacksonville Developmental Center blaze

Water tankers were needed to battle the blaze due to limited water availability at the site.

Local
1 year ago
WORK WEEK WEATHER: Lots of sun and mid 70s for most of the week

No rain in the forecast for the workweek.

Local
1 year ago
Dormitory 101: Safety tips from CWLP

It’s important to remember some electrical safety tips.

Local
1 year ago
State appeals court tosses proposal for new transmission line in central Illinois

Advocates say the controversial project is necessary to meet renewable energy needs