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Social security
Local
3 hours ago
Sen. Dick Durbin pushes bipartisan Promise Act to help save Social Security

The 70 million Americans who rely on Social Security could see benefits cut by $450 each month if Congress does not find a fix within the next six years.

Daniel Ryan
Local
20 hours ago
More info on new charges filed against former Leland Grove Police Chief

Daniel Ryan charged with theft, official misconduct, and misapplication of funds.

Illinois State Police squad
Local
22 hours ago
Illinois police departments mark Police Speed Awareness Day

The Illinois Department of Transportation reported 415 fatal crashes so far this year.

Smiling man in a white shirt and black tie looking at the camera. (Portrait)
IL State News
23 hours ago
Remembering Emmett Till

July 25 will be a “day of reflection” to honor the teen and his mom.

This suspect stole merchandise from Walmart on N. Dirksen Parkway.
Local
23 hours ago
Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying suspect in Springfield Walmart theft

The suspect placed the merchandise in a cart while walking through the store. After gathering the items, the suspect exited the business without paying for the merchandise and fled the scene.

Man at a podium giving a formal speech with a state seal on the lectern and two men in suits behind him.
IL State News
23 hours ago
Pritzker says he doesn’t know details of deadly Jan. 4 shooting by Illinois State Police

Governor refers to unarmed mother who was shot as a ‘victim,’ says he’s otherwise not ready to comment.

WNBA
Sports
23 hours ago
WNBA commissioner and union leaders discuss steps to protect players from online harassment

Players have been sharing threats and harassment they’ve received on social media over the last few weeks.

FILE - Washington Mystics' Elena Delle Donne smiles after scoring during a WNBA basketball game against the Chicago Sky Thursday, June 22, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File)
Sports
23 hours ago
Former WNBA stars Lauren Jackson, Elena Delle Donne to compete in All-Star shooting competition

The shooting stars winners will get $15,000. Each competitor will receive $7,500.

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