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4 weeks ago
Illini’s Kylan Boswell signs with Charlotte Hornets after NBA draft
Boswell, who went undrafted in the 2026 NBA draft, was a key player in Illinois' Final Four run.
4 weeks ago
United Way invests $1.3M in central Illinois programs to support families
The organization has guaranteed funding for the next three years, giving programs long-term support to expand services.
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Ticket bots, ‘predatory’ loans are in Pritzker’s crosshairs
Governor wants to make it easier for "families to just enjoy a night out."
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Memorial Health Championship in full swing in Springfield
Organizers are also offering additional attractions beyond golf, including food trucks, the Scheels Fan Zone and Family Fun Day on Saturday, which features a superhero theme for children and families.
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Wheeling man arrested at White Oaks Mall accused of grooming
Officers went on a patrol investigation at the mall after they were informed the man posing as the minor was there to catch a predator.
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New Illinois driving test age requirements start July 1
The 2025 law raises mandatory driving test age for older drivers.
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Addicted to gambling in Illinois: ‘Someone has decided they can make money off you’
People in Illinois lost more than $7.7 billion gambling last year. As lawmakers increasingly bet on gambling to pay the state’s bills, they have only spare change to treat compulsive gamblers.
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Dozens of states could face new costs because of high error rates in SNAP food aid
Other jurisdictions receiving a one-year, cost-share delay are Delaware, Georgia, Illinois, New Mexico, Oregon and the District of Columbia.
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Honoring the best in small business
Fifth Street Renaissance, Resource One, Cured Catering, and ChangeBridge Consulting are all honored.
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Illinois surpasses 2024 tornado record amid severe weather surges
The record is now 149 tornadoes, with the previous record being 142 in 2024.
4 weeks ago
NAACP reacts to sentence for one person in Earl Moore, Jr. death
After pleading guilty to Involuntary Manslaughter, Peter Cadigan was given two years of probation along with community service.
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Pritzker signs bill protecting medical records for abortion patients in Illinois
The new law will shield people from out-of-state retaliation.
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Ride Route 66 for a good cause this weekend
A motorcycle and Jeep ride along Route 66 helps the United Way of Central Illinois.
4 weeks ago
Keaton Wagler goes #5 to the LA Clippers in 2026 NBA draft
Wagler becomes the second-highest draft pick ever at Illinois, and the highest since Deron Williams went No. 3 overall in 2005.
4 weeks ago
Route 66 Road Trip Caravan brings high-steaks challenge to Springfield
Three men in Springfield were challenged to eat 4.5 pounds of steak, shrimp, a baked potato, salad and a roll — all in one hour.
4 weeks ago
7 tornadoes confirmed across central Illinois following weekend storms
NWS confirmed on Tuesday that an EF-Unknown, or EF-U, touched down in the Edinburg area of Christian County over the weekend.
4 weeks ago
Crime of the Week: Damage done to Springfield Bunn plant
Damage done in a vestibule area.
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Teen seriously injured in Rochester shooting
A teen is hospitalized with life-threatening injuries, police said.
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Ex-EMT worker charged with killing patient in 2022 sentenced to 24 months’ probation
Cadigan, along with Peggy Finley, was arrested in January 2023 in connection with Moore's murder.
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State announces public library funding
Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian Alexi Giannoulias has announced more than $27 million in new grant funding for libraries across the state. The awards will support a wide range of improvements, including new books and materials, technology upgrades, literacy initiatives, building renovations, and enhanced security measures.
