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Illinois State Police Director Brendan Kelly is pictured in the governor’s office in Springfield in 2022. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

4 weeks ago

Illinois State Police investigating fatal ICE shooting of Silverio Villegas González

Man was killed during traffic stop during ‘Operation Midway Blitz’.

Illinois State University President Aondover Tarhule speaks to a Senate committee in Springfield on April 28, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Peter Hancock)

4 weeks ago

Striking ISU staff return to work after ratifying new 5-year contract

Union will drop lawsuit against university for allegedly using strikebreakers.

Horace Mann sign at Springfield, IL headquarters

4 weeks ago

Horace Mann: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Horace Mann expects full-year earnings in the range of $4.20 to $4.50 per share.

McDonald's arches

4 weeks ago

McDonald’s focus on value lifts first-quarter sales, but company says gas prices could dent demand

McDonald's is based in Chicago.

4 weeks ago

Sale of WAND-TV to major media company complete

Five televisions sold to Gray for $80 million.

Young woman in a black suit speaks at a wooden podium, with a man behind and a smiling woman in a green top nearby in front of blue curtains.

4 weeks ago

Plea for Black farmers

Access to capital remains a problem.

Parking in downtown Springfield

4 weeks ago

Proposed parking fine increases could impact Downtown Springfield drivers

Under the proposed changes, the fine for exceeding the posted limit would increase to $20.

Group of officials and supporters on the steps in front of a statue at a government building, giving a press conference for Restore LGDF.

4 weeks ago

Mayors fight for funds

State continues to look their way to balance the budget.

(File) 38 Special will perform this year at the Illinois State Fair.

4 weeks ago

38 Special to perform free concert at Illinois State Fair Grandstand

38 Special has brought their signature blast of guitar-driven southern rock to audiences around the world for over five decades.

Michelle Hanneken, right, speaks at a memorial service held at the Illinois State Police Memorial Wall Wednesday, May 6, while Illinois State Police Heritage Foundation Executive Director Jarod Ingebrigtsen listens.

4 weeks ago

Stories of memories, and fate, at first-ever Illinois State Police Memorial Wall service

Also, plans are in the works for a new Memorial Park Visitor's Center.

Woman with glasses and a beige blazer speaks at a podium, Illinois Senate lanyard visible in front of blue curtains.

4 weeks ago

Senate GOP counters progressive message

Minority leader says Chicago mayor could do more.

2026 Levitt AMP Music Series

4 weeks ago

Levitt AMP Springfield music series releases 2026 schedule. See the full lineup here

Food, live music, family fun, and more.

Getting diesel gasoline

4 weeks ago

Diesel fuel surges over $6 per gallon as prices continue to skyrocket

Fuel remains one of the highest operating costs in the industry, only second to labor costs.

The man in this surveillance photo stole items from a local church.

4 weeks ago

Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying suspect in church thefts

Man allegedly stole items from local church.

LEFT TO RIGHT: Jay Shanle, Downtown Springfield, Inc., Sangamon County Board Chair Andy Van Meter, Mayor Misty Buscher, State Sen. Doris Turner, State Rep. Mike Coffey

4 weeks ago

Mayor vetoes STAR ordinance, gets blowback

Ald. Williams accuses Buscher of being dishonest; Ald. Notariano reiterates disapproval of proposed "unelected" tourism district board.

Shelf of assorted party-size snack bags on supermarket shelves, including Lay's, Doritos, and Cheetos-style brands.

4 weeks ago

Frito-Lay warehouse project on hold

McCrady says market for salty snacks is down.

Concession trailer labeled 'Vose Concessions' at an outdoor event with two men near the window, one in a gray hoodie and the other in a blue jacket holding a foil tray.

4 weeks ago

100 Days Out: The Illinois State Fair countdown is on

IL State Fair food vendors give a taste of August.

Carter's is a children's clothing retailer.

4 weeks ago

Children’s clothing chain with Springfield location plans to close 150 stores

Company: Tariff costs impacting bottom line.

A sign marks a polling place in Springfield. (Capitol News Illinois file photo)

4 weeks ago

DOJ seeking Illinois voter data to purge suspected noncitizens, documents suggest

In court filing, intervenors say the Trump administration is concealing true purpose of its case.

4 weeks ago

Contract reached between ISU and buildings, grounds, and dining workers

Terms of the deal have not been released.

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