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2 weeks ago

Inability to get runners on base in Game 5 leads to Cubs’ exit from postseason

“We just didn’t do much,” manager Craig Counsell said after a 3-1 loss to Milwaukee in the winner-take-all Game 5 of their NLDS on Saturday.

2 weeks ago

Blackhawks highlight their rich history before the home opener for their centennial season

“I think for us to be able to celebrate a 100th year and really see the history of this franchise, it's humbling in a lot of ways.”

2 weeks ago

Court: National Guard troops sent to Illinois by Trump can stay but can’t be deployed for now

Perry said she found no substantial evidence that a “danger of rebellion” is brewing in Illinois during Trump’s immigration crackdown.

2 weeks ago

House exploded Friday in Jacksonville

Two people taken from the home were taken to a Springfield hospital.

2 weeks ago

Memorial Behavioral Health on National ADHD Awareness Month

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most commonly diagnosed disorders in children. 

2 weeks ago

Illinois State Reps. host holiday drive for children in Sangamon Co.

Donate toys any time between now until December 20th.

2 weeks ago

Coroner: Two adults and child died in triple homicide

The Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office and the Sangamon County Coroner’s Office have released new information.

2 weeks ago

Shooting under investigation

Victim is a 16-year-old girl.

2 weeks ago

LLCC’s ‘Haunted Lab’ returns October 24

Costumes are welcome, and popcorn will be available for added festive fun.

2 weeks ago

Top 25 songs in Springfield, Illinois on Shazam in the past week

Stacker compiled a list of the most Shazamed songs in Springfield, Illinois.

2 weeks ago

Vermilion Advantage CEO resigns amid bribery, misconduct investigation

Mike Marron steps down as Illinois State Police probe allegations involving county officials and economic development group.

2 weeks ago

Tariffs could raise beer prices

"There was a concern on barley being taxed."

2 weeks ago

Judge grants restraining order protecting protesters, journalists in Chicago-area protests

First Amendment suit bars federal agents from arresting peaceful protesters, working press.

2 weeks ago

Man allegedly flees, but is still convicted of sexual assault of a minor

Samuel Britz allegedly fled to Chicago, but was still convicted of a series of sexual assaults starting in 2018.

2 weeks ago

Pana police warning community of counterfeit $100 bills in circulation

The Pana Police Department posted on Facebook that it received a report Thursday of counterfeit $100 bills being circulated at four different businesses around the community.

3 weeks ago

National Guard set to patrol Memphis but blocked in Illinois for 2 weeks

It wasn’t clear what the 500 Guard members from Texas and Illinois would do next.

3 weeks ago

Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, Loyola Chicago’s beloved chaplain, dies at 106

"She’s just so bright, and she means so much to the city of Chicago and Loyola obviously and the team.”

3 weeks ago

Three people dead following Springfield shooting

Three confirmed dead, officials say it's an "active investigation."

3 weeks ago

Illinois High School football poll

Here is the latest list of top teams in high school football in Illinois.

3 weeks ago

11 new members to join Illinois Athletics Hall of Fame

This ninth Hall of Fame class includes standout athletes and one coach representing eight sports: football, basketball, baseball, track and field, swimming and diving, softball, and women’s basketball.

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