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A bald eaglet raises its head from a nest in Park No. 597 on the south side of Chicago, Tuesday, May 12, 2026. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

IL State News

1 month ago

Bald eagle hatchlings spotted in a Chicago park may be the city’s first for more than a century

The first eaglet was spotted in the nest on April 28 and a second was confirmed May 7.

FILE - Chicago Bulls' Josh Giddey plays during the second half of an NBA basketball game March 25, 2026, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)

Sports

1 month ago

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey has surgery on his right ankle, expected to be ready for camp

The Bulls said he will be sidelined from basketball activities for three months.

The U.S. Supreme Court is seen, Thursday, April 30, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib)

IL State News

1 month ago

Supreme Court says man who lost leg can sue major logistics company over trucker crash

The high court ruled unanimously in favor of Shawn Montgomery, whose parked vehicle was hit by a speeding truck driver on an Illinois highway in 2017.

Diverse group at a press conference behind a podium, holding signs that urge Protect our water and Pass the POWER Act.

IL State News

1 month ago

Pressure to pass the Power Act

Advocates fear for our natural resources.

Senate Revenue Committee Chair Elgie Sims, D-Chicago, listens to a budget update from Department of Revenue Director David Harris on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

Local

1 month ago

Illinois’ budget picture tightens in final stretch amid economic uncertainty

Deputy governor warns state has limited ability to increase spending.

Man in a navy suit and red tie speaks into a microphone in front of blue curtains.

Local

1 month ago

Proposals could bring AI out of ‘the wild, wild West’

A top senator says artificial intelligence enjoys wide use and little regulation.

Crime

1 month ago

Four arrested related to drug, firearms investigations in Springfield

Searches May 7 and 11 resulted in drugs, guns, and cash being found.

Gray tabby cat lying on an orange towel next to a white ceramic bowl, gazing at the camera with green eyes.

Pet of the Week

1 month ago

Meet Storm — APL Cat of the Week

Storm is full of meaningful affection for the right people.

Black dog wearing a pink bandana with colorful patterns standing near a chain-link fence in a yard.

Pet of the Week

1 month ago

Meet Birdie — APL Dog of the Week

Full of energy and ready to come home to you!

The sun sets on the press box of the Lion’s Field football stadium at Carterville High School on March 3, 2026, in Carterville, Illinois. (Photo by Lylee Gibbs)

Crime

1 month ago

School board moves to fire Carterville coach charged with criminal sexual abuse

John Wakey can request a dismissal hearing, is suspended without pay in the interim.

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