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Illinois man charged with murder after fatal shooting in park

The Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Major Crimes Unit Zone 6 has arrested Donovan Davis, a 27-year-old from St. Charles, Missouri, on charges of Unla

Responding to State Supreme Court, Lawmakers Look to Expand Lawsuit Protections for Press

Illinois lawmakers are seeking to extend lawsuit protections to regular news reports following a recent ruling by the state’s Supreme Court that allowed a defamation suit against the Chicago Sun-Times to progress.

Illinois' largest water park to open for the season this weekend

Though summer-like temperatures may not be in the cards this weekend, Chicago-area residents can get their first splashes of the season at the state's largest water park.

Black bear spotted in southwestern Illinois; advice issued for safe coexistence

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is monitoring sightings of a black bear in southwestern Illinois.The bear was first observed Monday in St. C

Cryptocurrency could be regulated in Illinois: Here's how it would work

A state Democratic bill that passed the Senate Thursday could regulate cryptocurrency in Illinois. While the plan is now in the House and hasn't been signed into law, these would

Gloves Lincoln Wore to Ford’s Theater Sell for $1.5 Million at Auction

More than 100 relics connected to President Abraham Lincoln brought in $7.9 million, auctioneers said. The proceeds will help a presidential foundation repay a loan.

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul takes leading role in fighting Trump. 'We are winning'

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul is a key figure in the Democratic legal battle against Trump’s executive orders and policies. And he believes Democrats are winning.

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Illinois man arrested following threats made to funeral attendees

A man from Illinois was arrested Saturday after allegedly making threats toward individuals planning to attend a local funeral service. According to a news release from the Williamsburg Police Department,

Spring session gives coaches a fresh look at talent on hand

Illinois offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. knows who his starting quarterback is in 2025: third-year regular Luke Altmyer. So, who is No. 2? To be decided. "We're just spreading reps around almost evenly,

Third boy dies after house fire in Carpentersville, Illinois

A friend said the third child, a 2-year-old boy, was rushed to the hospital and treated overnight but later died.

Illinois basketball legend's message to 'passionate' fans after key transfer portal losses

The season is over, and since it ended, Illinois has lost three players to the transfer portal: Tre White, Morez Johnson Jr. and Carey Booth. Because of the transfer portal departures, there have been some Illinois basketball fans on social media who are not happy. Former Fighting Illini star Dee Brown has a message for those fans:

3 Forgotten Rock Songs From the 1990s You Need To Hear

You probably remember “Smells Like Teen Spirit”, “Even Flow”, and “Black Hole Sun”. Or all of Weezer’s Blue Album. However, there was a deluge of rock music being released each year in the 1990s. And in an era when you paid to purchase CDs, it was hard for both your attention and wallet to keep up.

Tuesday is Election Day across the Fox Valley

Fox Valley residents will head to the polls Tuesday to vote in the general election featuring a wide variety of races across the Aurora area.

Daywatch: The risk of tornado season amid weather service cuts

National Weather Service weather balloon releases — tracking temperature, pressure and wind speed — have been temporarily suspended in Omaha, Nebraska, and Rapid City, South Dakota, because of staff shortages and reduced at six other sites in the Midwest and Great Plains, according to agency memos.

Multiple Chicago suburbs hold elections for Mayor, Village President and more Tuesday

Big elections will take place in some Chicago-area suburbs Tuesday for Election Day, including races for mayor, village president, along with referendums and more.

With Chicago's mass transit system on the fiscal precipice, what solutions are on the table?

State lawmakers remain focused on reforming Chicago mass transit as they discuss two bills to either merge the agencies or empower the Regional Transit Authority. But legislators have all but refused to talk about immediate funding solutions.

End the 'swipe fee' squeeze on Illinois small businesses once and for all

The Credit Card Competition Act would encourage credit card networks to compete for the business of retailers of all types and sizes — pressuring "swipe fees" to fall.

Illinois football notes | Windy conditions help prepare team for what's ahead

At some point during the 2025 season, Illinois kicker David Olano will face a crucial kick in nasty weather. He plays in the Midwest. It happens. If the k

SIU Carbondale art and design competition for high school students is underway

Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s School of Art and Design is presenting a statewide online art competition to celebrate the immense talent and creativity of Illinois high school juniors and seniors.

Person killed in Bishop Ford hit-and-run crash, police say

A person was struck and killed when they exited their vehicle following an earlier crash on the Bishop Ford Expressway Saturday morning.

New wave of smaller, cheaper nuclear reactors sends US states racing to attract the industry

States are positioning themselves to compete for cheaper nuclear reactors as communities and tech giants compete in a race for electricity.

Person killed in hit-and-run on I-94 near Pullman

The person exited their car after a crash and was hit by another passing car, according to Illinois State Police.

Illinois basketball loses third player to NCAA transfer portal

Tre White is the third Illinois men's basketball player to enter the NCAA transfer portal. The 6-foot-7 junior forward on Saturday joined Carey Booth and Morez Johnson Jr. as the third Fighting Illini player from the 2024-25 roster to transfer, according to On3Sports.com.

Illinois teen dies in Lowell wreck early Thursday

An 18-year-old from Illinois died in a one-vehicle crash in unincorporated Lowell early Thursday morning, according to the Lake County Sheriff’s Department.

National Weather Service predicts 45 mph gusts, hail in Illinois. Here's the forecast

The National Weather Service forecasts strong gusts and hail this week in central Illinois and Chicago. Find out more.

Illinois men’s wheelchair basketball moves on

Illinois advanced to the next round of the 47th Annual National Intercollegiate Wheelchair Basketball Tournament and will play Alabama next.

USDA cuts local food program, causing Illinois food pantries to scramble

Food banks across Illinois were left scrambling earlier this month when the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced it would cut programs that support them.

Federal funding cuts to affect more than 90 Illinois health departments

The Illinois Department of Public Health is out of millions of dollars after the Trump administration slashed critical funds for infectious disease initiatives.

How to watch Illinois State vs. Abilene Christian in women's NIT basketball: Time, TV channel, streaming

Everything you need to know in order to watch Illinois State vs. Abilene Christian women's NIT basketball on March 27 including TV channel, streaming

Cleveland State men’s basketball falls to Illinois State, 79-68, in CBI championship game

The Vikings saw their season end Wednesday night in Florida in the championship game of the College Basketball Invitational.

Federal Judge Struggles With Scope of Relief for Fired Workers in Lawsuit Filed by Illinois, Other States

U.S. District Judge James Bredar said he had “great reluctance” to issue a sweeping national preliminary injunction in the case, where 19 states and the District of Columbia contend they have been harmed by a large-scale reduction in the federal workforce without warning as required by law.

Illinois considers a bill to allow prescribed life-ending treatment for terminal patients

In 10 other states, doctors are allowed to prescribe life-ending treatment for terminal patients. Illinois could become the 11th.

Thousands gather for Illinois March for Life

More than 2,000 participants gathered for the Illinois March for Life on Tuesday at the state Capitol building in Springfield. Dr. Christina Francis, the CEO of the American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists, spoke at the rally on treating mothers and babies as two patients and criticizing pro-abortion measures in the state.

Illinois Democrats join calls for Trump Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth to step down after leaked Signal messages

Sen. Tammy Duckworth, Sen. Dick Durbin, Gov. JB Pritzker and U.S. Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi, Mike Quigley, Jonathan Jackson, Jan Schakowsky, Sean Casten, Delia Ramirez and Nikki Budzinski are among Illinois Democrats calling for the defense secretary to step down.