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Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.

Illinois lawmakers pushing for more stringent gun storage laws. What you need to know

Three deaths have been recorded in Illinois in 2024 so far, including a two-year-old boy in Chicago's South Side this January. Now, Illinois lawmakers are pushing legislation that would strengthen gun storage laws. More: Budzinski hopeful for farm bill ...

Illinois voters asked to weigh in on IVF coverage, taxing high-earners in statewide ballot questions

Illinois voters in November will be asked questions on IVF coverage, a tax for high-earners and election interference penalties. But legislators will not be bound by their answers.

Racial discrimination in Illinois school district exposed in federal lawsuit

An Illinois school district is currently embroiled in a federal lawsuit that raises serious allegations of racial discrimination against two young

Lake Land College broadcast students receive Ill. Broadcasters Association student awards

Lake Land College broadcast students earned awards at the annual Illinois Broadcasters Association Student Silver Dome Awards.The Silver Dome Awards recognize t

B-N leaders speak at panel in support of state tax credit for affordable housing

Advocates for the Build Illinois Homes Tax Credit say the $20 million program would spur much-needed affordable housing development across the state.

Illini football quick hits | Game Week: Michigan, Part II

Illinois' offensive assistant coaches were available after Tuesday's practice, as preparations continued for the No. 22 Illini ahead of Saturday's game against No. 24 Michigan. Here's some of what was

$5 million for biomanufacturing research at U of I

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign will receive a $5 million National Science Foundation grant to support groundbreaking biomanufacturing research a

Freeze warning issued for parts of central Illinois this week

Chilly weather is in store for central Illinois as the National Weather Service in Lincoln has issued a freeze warning Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.

State Rep. Sharon Chung and Desi Anderson battle for Illinois 91st House District

After losing a Senate seat in 2022, Republican Desi Anderson is running against incumbent Sharon Chung (D) to represent the 91st District in the Illinois House of

After nerve-racking game, Illinois football one win away from bowl eligibility

Folks, just take a deep breath and relax.Illinois football survived and they advance.Despite blowing a 24 point lead, Illinois held on for a wild 50-49 overtim

RCP on SiriusXM; Fake News; The Challenge of Killing a Specious Quote

Good morning, it’s Tuesday, October 15, 2024 – three weeks from Election Day. A close election it is, too, as you can see from the

14-year-old airlifted after falling at Garden of the Gods in Southern Illinois

According to WFCN News, on October 14 at approximately 12:30 p.m., a 14-year-old was air-lifted to a Kentucky Hospital after falling approximately 20 feet at the Garden of the Gods

From powderpuff to a first-ever state championship, girls flag football is on the rise in Illinois

The Illinois High School Association sanctioned girls flag football this year, one of many states to do so amid a national wave of attention for the burgeoning sport.

Richey | Illinois, my vote and the AP Top 25

Illinois’ place topping the “others receiving votes” category came by appearing on just 16 of 60 ballots. A distinct Midwestern theme emerged, too, with the Illini recognized by voters out of Ohio, Indiana, Iowa, Nebraska, Michigan and Kentucky (Louisville counts in this scenario).

Three statewide advisory questions will be on Illinois ballots this year

With less than a month from Election Day, it’s time for Illinois residents to prepare for what is going to be on the ballot.

Freeze Warning issued for Tuesday night into Wednesday in central Illinois

The National Weather Service in Lincoln, Illinois, issued a freeze warning as temperatures are forecast to drop as low as 30 degrees.

Michigan vs. Illinois odds, line, spread: 2024 college football picks, Week 8 predictions by proven model

SportsLine's model revealed its CFB picks and predictions for Illinois Fighting Illini vs. Michigan Wolverines on CBS and Paramount+

Containers expanded Illinois soybean demand

The move over the past decade-plus toward utilizing shipping containers opened new markets and has had a major positive impact on Illinois soybean producers.

Michigan to start QB ‘Uncle Jack’ Tuttle vs. Illinois

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — A week after Michigan signaled plans to start a third player at quarterback this season, the move is now official. Seventh-year journeyman Jack Tuttle is the planned starter for Saturday’s game at No. 22 Illinois (3:30 p.m. ET, CBS), the 24th-ranked Wolverines’ latest hope to resuscitate their struggling offense.

Popular southern Ill. restaurant to move to new location

CARTERVILLE, Ill. (KFVS) - A popular southern Illinois restaurant is moving to a new location. Turner’s Table management posted on Facebook that it will be moving to the historic Pioneer Cabin, just off Route 13. They will officially open at the beginning of 2025. The restaurant is currently at the Crab Orchard Golf Course in Carterville.

Temperatures Plunge 30 Degrees in Hours for 4 States

Freeze warnings were issued for several states on Monday, with several of those areas expecting a sudden drop overnight.

Northern Illinois woman identified in fatal McLean County crash

HUDSON — A 20-year-old woman died early Monday following a single-vehicle crash near Hudson.

An economics Nobel for work on why nations succeed and fail

This year’s winners of the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel, usually called the Nobel prize in economics, argue that it depends on the quality of government. In 2001 the three men—Daron Acemoglu and Simon Johnson,

Chicago film festival 2024: 10 films to see at this year's international cinematic showcase

The 60th Chicago International Film Festival, Chicago’s best and biggest cinema showcase, begins Wednesday and offers 107 new features and 69 shorts for its 12-day run. The big-screen experience is enhanced by 101— and counting— filmmakers attending screenings for Q&A’s.

How to buy Illinois Fighting Illini vs. Michigan Wolverines football tickets

Want to watch the Illinois Fighting Illini vs. Michigan Wolverines in person on Saturday, Oct. 19? Tickets still remain for as little as $92.

Illini football quick hits | Game Week: Michigan

Coach Bret Bielema and coordinators Barry Lunney Jr. and Aaron Henry were available Monday afternoon ahead of Saturday's game between No. 22 Illinois and No. 24 Michigan

2024 best apple-picking orchards near Chicago: Great destinations for fruit, petting zoos, mazes & more

Illinois and the surrounding states are full of family-owned, often multigenerational orchards where urbanites can live out their pastoral daydreams. Courtesy of Jonamac Orchard Share City living has a lot in its corner,

Michigan vs Illinois Early Picks, Predictions & Odds for Week 8

The Michigan Wolverines will look to avoid a second straight road loss on Saturday when they visit the Illinois Fighting Illini at Memorial Stadium for a Big Ten clash. Illinois (5-1) has flown slightly under the radar this season, but I think it has what ...

Illinois Fire Engine Strike Teams Demobilized from Hurricane Relief Efforts, Return to Illinois

WHEELING, Ill. (WSIL) -- Strike teams from Illinois which helped with hurricane relief efforts are back in Illinois. The Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS) in Illinois, stated the three Fire Engine Strike Teams, which responded to help in Florida in the wake of Hurricane Milton, are coming back to Illinois.

2024 Illinois Firearms Deer Preview: Will rifle harvest climb this year?

The first weekend of the regular firearms deer season in Illinois will take place Nov. 22-24, with the second weekend following Dec. 5-8.

Field fires visible on National Weather Service satellite imagery in central Illinois

(WAND)—On the afternoon of October 13, a few field fires were visible via satellite imagery from the National Weather Service near fields in northeast Decatur and near Sullivan. Earlier that

Cold temperatures, chance of rain on the way to central Illinois

Skies clear out Tuesday night and with light winds, most of Central Illinois will approach the freezing mark with lows in the low-30s. It starts to warm up again to the around 70° Friday and we'll be back into the low-to-mid-70s this weekend.

First look: Michigan at Illinois odds and lines

Looking at Saturday’s Michigan at Illinois college football odds, lines and trends. Here’s what you need to know.

Illinois high school football schedule Week 8: Every Peoria-area IHSA game

It's Week 8 of the Illinois high school football season, with a key Big 12 Conference matchup highlighting the IHSA schedule in the Peoria area — along with several important late-season conference meetings. St. Louis Christian Brothers vs. Peoria Notre Dame, 7 p.m. at Richwoods Stadium

Can't Wait For Saturday | Illinois has earned spot in the Top 20. Can it keep it?

Illinois outside linebacker Alec Bryant (3), defensive back Tyler Strain (20) and defensive lineman Alex Bray (11) combine to tackle Purdue quarterback Ryan Browne on Saturday afternoon at Memorial Stadium in Champaign.