Local
3 months ago
Purple Coalition launches first listening session in Springfield

Concerns, hopes, and ideas for improving civic engagement and restoring trust across political lines.

Education
3 months ago
Wish list for District 186

Focus groups help find a new leader.

A demonstrator holds a sign reading "STOP BEATING PEOPLE" near a line of law enforcement as protesters gather outside an ICE processing facility in the Chicago suburb of Broadview, Ill., Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
IL State News
3 months ago
Judge to hear arguments as advocates sue feds over conditions at Chicago-area ICE facility

As attorneys representing the federal government asked for more time to prepare, the plaintiffs’ lawyers called the situation in the west Chicago suburb of Broadview a “human rights emergency.”

Scam Alert
Local
3 months ago
Springfield police warn of donation scam targeting shoppers on the west side

Scammers claim to be raising money for Boys and Girls Clubs.

Peter Cadigan and Peggy Finley appear in Sangamon County Circuit Court.
Crime
3 months ago
Springfield EMTs accused in Earl Moore Jr. death won’t face trial until 2026

Both the prosecution and defense agreed to a potential May 11, 2026, trial date.

IL State News
3 months ago
Who wants to be last?

Some candidates believe bottom ballot spot means a boost.

Voting
Local
3 months ago
Sorry, NO election in Illinois Tuesday

Many calls and social media comments, but still no election Tuesday anywhere in Illinois.

Health & Wellness
3 months ago
Governor: No decision yet on end-of-life bill

“It was something that I didn’t expect and didn’t know was going to be voted on” during just-finished veto session.

Danville High School
IL State News
3 months ago
Danville School District 118 dismisses students early following anonymous threat

District officials ensure families will be updated as more information becomes available after early dismissal on Monday morning.

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IL State News
3 months ago
Southern Illinois player strikes it rich with $1 million Holiday Gold scratch-off win

Fairview Heights resident wins top prize on $20 ticket purchased at local Sav-On Liquor & Wine.

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