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Good Morning, Illini Nation: Illinois a No. 5 seed come March?

The first spring bracketology updated from ESPN's Joe Lunardi came right before Illinois signed California transfer Andrej Stojakovic. That was obviously a difference-making move for the Illini. Stojakovic is expected to be one of Illinois' best players and,

Illinois quick hits: FBI raids Chicago home of man charged in murder of 2 Israelis

FBI agents in Chicago raided a residence Thursday as investigators attempt to piece together what led to the deadly shooting of two Israeli embassy staff members in Washington D.C. The couple were shot as they left an event at a Jewish museum.

Illinois Medicaid covers gender-affirming care. The massive House bill aims to end that.

The provision is a result of a last-minute change to the bill before its passage out of the House early Thursday.

Southern Illinois train station opens doors to travelers and opportunities

After years of planning, the Carbondale community had the opportunity to experience the new Southern Illinois Multimodal Station. Tuesday was the grand opening of Phase 1 of the major project

Patching and resurfacing project on Illinois 123

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that a patching and resurfacing project on Illinois 123, stretching from east of Athens to west of the Inter

Patching and resurfacing project on Illinois 123 in Sangamon County begins May 27

The Illinois Department of Transportation is beginning a patching and resurfacing project on Illinois 123 from east of Athens to west of the Interstate 55 Williamsville

Wisconsin, Notre Dame Announce Adjustment for 2026 Football Clash

The Badgers and the Fighting Irish have adjusted their non-conference game at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, moving the date back by one day to Sunday, September 6th, 2026. The game will be one of the featured matchups of college football’s Labor Day Kickoff weekend.

Superman Ohio House Bill: Darcy cartoon

Appears two cities in Illinois and Kansas are stealing the 'Man of Steel' Superman's origin story and hometown. In response, instead of calling Spiderman or Calvin and Hobbes 'Spaceman Spiff' two Ohio House Reps have coauthored bipartisan House Bill 270 declaring Superman the Official Superhero of Ohio,

Daywatch: Purple Heart returned to family of WWII veteran

Van Der Noord survived — as did three brothers who also served their country in the war — and earned a Purple Heart for the combat injury he suffered in May 1945.

An Illinois Building Was a Bird Killer. A Simple Change Made a World of Difference.

Chicago is one of the most dangerous cities in the United States for migrating birds, and a glassy lakefront conference center was especially lethal.

In the Fight for Youth Transgender Health Care, Illinois Remains at the Forefront

Gov. JB Pritzker signed the Patient and Provider Protection Act into law in 2023, after lawmakers passed it following the overturning of Roe v. Wade; it solidified access to abortion and gender-affirming care in Illinois and protects physicians who treat out-of-state youth.

Illinois quick hits: Fatal 2023 bus crash findings released; 'Cheers' actor dies

Federal regulators said a shortage of overnight parking for long-haul truckers at interstate rest stops was a key factor in a 2023 Greyhound bus crash in southern Illinois that killed three people. The National Transportation Safety Board also cited the bus driver's fatigue as a contributing factor.

Illinois Tollway Expects 8M Travelers During Extended Memorial Day Weekend

The busiest travel day is expected to be Friday, when 1.9 million vehicles are expected to be on the tollway, according to the Illinois Tollway agency.

Shortage of overnight truck parking contributed to deadly Greyhound bus crash, regulators say

Overnight parking for long-haul truckersat interstate rest stops is critically short and was a key contributor to a 2023 Greyhound bus crash in Illinois that killed three people, federal regulators said Tuesday.

CTU President Stacy Davis Gates honored at U.S. Capitol by Illinois Congresswoman Delia Ramirez

Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates was honored by Rep. Delia Ramirez at the U.S. Capitol for her dedication to educational equity in Chicago.

Cook County top prosecutor pushes for changes in Illinois law after California fertility clinic bombing

Eileen O’Neil Burke wants to amend the Illinois criminal code to consider attacks on reproductive health clinics terrorism. But the ACLU of Illinois is opposed, saying it could be used against people who protest pro-life clinics.

Blum Co-Founder and Ex-Binance Exec Vladimir Smerkis Arrested for Alleged Large-Scale Fraud

Blum co-founder and former Binance CIS director Vladimir Smerkis has been arrested in Moscow over alleged large-scale fraud.

More storms take aim at central US, where many are digging out from tornado damage

More severe storms are expected to roll across the central U.S. this week following the weather-related deaths of more than two dozen people.

Column: For home gardeners, our pollinators are essential

The Environmental Defense Fund estimates that one-third of the food we eat depends on the work of our essential pollinators.

2 bills aimed at banning offensive, discriminatory mascots at Illinois schools stalls in State Senate

One of those bills includes to ban the use of Native American mascots and imagery while the other wants to ban the use of discriminatory disability mascots.

Illinois State Police responded to multiple crashes during Friday’s severe weather

Severe weather swept across Central Illinois on Friday, with some areas seeing thunderstorms, high winds, and even a dust storm. Illinois State Police said that amidst the severe weather, they responded to a number of crashes.

NCAA softball tournament scores: TV info, schedule for College Station, Austin regionals

The NCAA Softball Tournament begins Friday with Texas and Texas A&M softball both hosting first round regionals.

Residentes se recuperan tras tornados que dejaron 27 muertos en Kentucky, Missouri y Virginia

Residentes en Kentucky y Missouri inspeccionaban el domingo los daños en vecindarios afectados por tornados después de que tormentas

Service workers union in Illinois spends big on politics, little on members, analyst says

Mailee Smith, senior director of labor policy and staff attorney at the Illinois Policy Institute, said the SEIU

Nice Sunday, Strong to Severe Storms Possible Early This Week

It's going to be a fantastic Sunday across Central Illinois; with seasonable temperatures in the upper 70s, under mostly sunny skies and pleasant humidity.

Miguel Vargas finding success after rough start with White Sox

The mechanical adjustment led to [Vargas] being able to be himself, be confident and just play the game and not have to think about: ‘Is my swing good enough?’ ” manager Will Venable said.

Michigan, Michigan State open Big Ten baseball tournament play Tuesday

Michigan is the No. 7 seed and Michigan State is No. 12 in the Big Ten baseball tournament, which takes place Tuesday through Sunday at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, Neb. The 12 tournament teams will compete in three-team pool play, with the four pool winners advancing to Saturday’s semifinals. The championship game is Sunday at 3 p.m.

Retegui completa remontada y hace historia con Atalanta, que supera 3-2 a Genoa

Mateo Retegui hizo historia el sábado. Y la hizo contra el equipo para el que solía jugar. Retegui estableció un récord de goles en una temporada de la

Chicago outdoors: Why do goslings group like that and a meeting on Illinois water access

A question on why one pair of Canada geese seem to have multiple families of goslings in tow and a Trout Unlimited meeting with talk on Illinois water access lead the notes from around Chicago outdoors and beyond.

First Responders mobilize as tornado strikes Williamson County

A powerful tornado tore through southern Williamson County Friday evening, carving a path of destruction more than a mile wide from Grassy Road at Wolf Creek Road to Saraville Road

When does Illinois' largest water park open for the summer? Here's what to know

After a couple of summer-like days to finish the work week in the Chicago area, many may be wondering when area water parks will open as the seasons begin to change.

Central Illinois humanities organizations ask for state funding after federal cuts

Illinois organizations dedicated to the humanities and the arts are asking state lawmakers for help as they scramble to make up for federal funding cuts. One of them is the McLean County Museum of History.

What TV channel is UCF vs. Eastern Illinois softball on today? Time, TV schedule for Regional

UCF and Eastern Illinois softball square off in an NCAA Tournament Regional game today. Here's the start time and where to watch on TV.

Illinois basketball extends series with another SEC power program, report says

Illinois basketball has agreed to meet Tennessee in each of the next two seasons in neutral site games, according to a report.

Elgin police remember the 10 Illinois law enforcement officers killed in line of duty in last year

During the Elgin Police Department Memorial Service, 10 Illinois law enforcement officers who died in 2024 were remembered.

How to watch or stream Illinois vs. Ohio State baseball on May 16

Get live streaming, TV channel and game information for the Illinois vs. Ohio State college baseball game on Friday, May 16, 2025.

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