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4 weeks ago

A final measure of dignity

Camp Butler honors unaccompanied, unclaimed veterans.

4 weeks ago

World’s grain buyers eyeball IL assets

"To be blunt, it's a pretty tough mission right now" with tariffs, says ag director Jerry Costello.

4 weeks ago

Behl: No contact with ICE

Things have gotten out of hand near my hometown, says Purchase.

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Budzinski sends letter to Wyndham owner, seeking answers

"Today, Springfield's skyline centerpiece stands dark, boarded, and blighted – an eyesore in the heart of our capital city," Budzinski wrote.

4 weeks ago

New lawsuits against Trump’s immigration actions continue to take shape

Illinois AG Raoul says he’s ready to file a challenge if federal troops arrive in Chicago.

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A student ‘womb service’ works covertly to deliver contraception at a Catholic college

DePaul, a Catholic school in Chicago, prohibits distribution of any kind of birth control on its campus.

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Springfield Police uses drone to help arrest man for business burglary

Fore's arrest came with the help of a Springfield Police drone, identifying a heat signal that turned out to be him.

4 weeks ago

Taylorville man sentenced to 18 years in prison in child porn case

The prison sentence is part of a plea deal.

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Man charged with attempted murder, accused of beating man in wheelchair

Bolden also faces multiple counts of Aggravated Battery.

4 weeks ago

Full house hears about police misconduct

Organizer is optimistic afterward.

4 weeks ago

UPDATE: Governor says Military troops may protect ICE in Chicago

"ICE just doesn't give a damn, and neither does the President of the United States," said Pritzker.

4 weeks ago

Visit Springfield shares upcoming local events

Guests can watch the reenactment of the Lincolns' wedding at St. Paul's Cathedral.

4 weeks ago

First 24/7 drive-through DMV kiosks launch at Springfield Flagship Center

The two kiosks are located at 2701 S. Dirksen Parkway.

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Illinois climbs to no. 22 after win over USC

Illini Prepare for Cannon Trophy showdown at Purdue on Saturday,

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Illinois law prohibits sheriffs from assisting ICE with civil immigration enforcement. Some wish they could

Capitol News Illinois surveyed one in four Illinois sheriffs about ICE cooperation. Here’s what we found.

4 weeks ago

As Illinois congressional delegation seeks answers, ICE cancels meeting

Democratic members also denied visit to controversial Broadview ICE facility.

4 weeks ago

White Sox outfielder Michael A. Taylor announces retirement after 12 seasons

The 12-year veteran, who won a Gold Glove in 2021, spent his first seven seasons with Washington and said playing on the Nationals’ 2019 World Series championship team was his favorite memory in baseball.

4 weeks ago

Things to know about federal law enforcement activity in Chicago, Portland, Memphis

In Chicago on Sunday, dozens of armed federal agents, in full tactical gear, walked the streets of some of the city's most prominent tourist and shopping areas.

4 weeks ago

Regulators struggle to keep up with the fast-moving and complicated landscape of AI therapy apps

Illinois and Nevada have banned the use of AI to treat mental health.

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