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Heat index to possibly surpass 100 this weekend in Illinois. Here's the forecast

Hot, humid weather is expected this week in Illinois, with high heat indexes and scattered storms likely. Here's the forecast.

Bothers await their mother as Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi, Jonathan Jackson try to tour South Loop ICE facility

The Reyes brothers, both members of the Illinois National Guard, came to the facility as U.S. Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Jonathan Jackson tried to tour the building at 2245 S. Michigan Ave, where those detained on June 4 were sent text messages summoning them for a routine

Former Wisconsin football high-profile class of 2026 WR target commits to a Big Ten rival

Former Wisconsin high-profile class of 2026 wide receiver target Zachary Washington committed to Michigan State on Monday.

Area officers set to show their support at Special Olympics summer games

Members of the Rantoul Police Department practiced with the Rantoul Crusaders ahead of this weekend’s Special Olympics Illinois Summer Games at Illinois State.

Royal Ascot day three: who takes on hot favourite Illinois as declarations are made for the Gold Cup?

Illinois will aim to be Kyprios's supersub when he goes for glory in Thursday's Ascot Gold Cup (4.20), the highlight of day three of Royal Ascot.

Several Michigan Democrats included in Minnesota suspect’s papers

It wasn’t immediately clear if the Michigan officials’ names were featured in a potential target list or simply mentioned in documents written by Vance Boelter, the suspect.

Green Street: 2025-26 Illini women's basketball Player Profiles — Naomi Benson

Illinois freshman forward Naomi Benson moved in this past week.

Man killed, 3 children and woman injured in Effingham crash

EFFINGHAM, Ill. (WAND) - A man was killed and a family including three children were injured in a head-on crash Sunday.

KYTC: Eastbound traffic on I-24 Ohio River Bridge resumed after multi-vehicle collision

A multi-vehicle accident has shut down eastbound traffic on the Interstate 24 Ohio River Bridge between Metropolis, Illinois and Paducah.

Illinois license plate cameras used illegally by out-of-state police, Giannoulias says

CHICAGO (Capitol News Illinois) - The state of Illinois is investigating an automatic license plate reader system used in a northwest suburb after a Texas sheriff accessed the system to look for a woman who recently had an abortion. This and hundreds of other searches, according to Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias, violated Illinois law.

Illinois Democrats, GOP condemn former Minnesota speaker’s assassination, wounding of 2nd lawmaker

Democrats and Republicans alike said they are horrified by the shootings early Saturday of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses.

Thanks to dad, Kenny Serwa throws a rare knuckleball — and he's no longer a secret

Kenny Serwa has a chance to become MLB's next knuckleballer — and the Detroit Tigers' first knuckleballer since Steve Sparks in the early 2000s.

Can't Wait For Saturday When Illinois football wins big, Chicago media jumps on board

Illinois football has a busy week coming up. Both at home and on the road. On Monday at Urbana's Atkins Golf Club, the Illini Quarterback Club is hosting the annual Bret Bielema Invitational golf outing.

How Trump Is Transforming Higher Education: The View from 4 Campuses

At universities in California, Illinois, Louisiana, and Texas, students report changes to clubs, diminished research opportunities, and fears for international students’ safety.

Watch live: Gov. JB Pritzker testifies at House committee on Illinois sanctuary laws

Gov. JB Pritzker will testify in front of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform on sanctuary laws protecting undocumented residents.

Walmart recalls: Princess dress up sets with lithium batteries, air conditioners with mold risk

The lithium ion battery compartments on the costumes can easily be opened by children without the use of a household tool, posing risk of ingestion, which can cause serious injury or death.

Illinois Senate committee approves Decatur racino bill, but plan may not pass both chambers this week

A plan moving in Springfield could allow for development of new horse racing tracking in Illinois, including a facility in Macon County.

Illinois lawmaker proposes a Pope Leo XIV statue and license plate

State Rep. Martin McLaughlin wants a statue of the new pope at the Illinois statehouse, paid for in part with a commemorative license plate.

Shocking video shows moving truck explode, sending debris flying into homes

Penske said the driver was moving household items in the rented vehicle. The company said its rental agreement prohibits the transportation of items that are explosive, flammable or otherwise hazardous. The company said it will fully cooperate with the investigation.

UI Board of Trustees approves new contracts for Illini Underwood and Bielema; new details

I dug into the University of Illinois System Board of Trustee's meeting on May 22nd, and found out they officially approved Illini head coaches Brad

Sebastian Castro on joining Steelers: "The perfect spot"

The Pittsburgh Steelers added several undrafted free agents following the 2025 NFL Draft, the most notable of which was Iowa safety Sebastian Castro. The former All-American and All-Big Ten selection joined Behind The Steel Curtain for a sit-down to discuss his journey from Oak Lawn, Illinois, to Iowa, and ultimately landing with the Steelers.

Jussie Smollett Settles Civil Lawsuit, Donates $60K to Charity While Denying Any Wrongdoing

Jussie Smollett settled a civil lawsuit denying any wrongdoing and donated $60K to Chicago charities while maintaining his innocence

Parents clash over transgender athlete's wins at girls' school track meet

The controversy follows a recent 7th grade track meet where a transgender female student athlete won multiple girls' events.

Girls state track: Carlinville's Gibson takes gold in 1A discus

CHARLESTON — For the first time since Olympian Kelsey Card dominated the state's throwing events, Carlinville has another state champion thrower.

Records, medals and 1 big trophy: How Peoria-area girls struck IHSA state track gold

El Paso-Gridley brought home team gold at the IHSA girls state track meet, while Dunlap, Eureka and Stark County athletes also won state titles.

Uncertainty reigns as Illinois lawmakers enter the final week of session

Uncertainty reigns as Illinois lawmakers enter the final week of the spring legislative session without a budget deal in place — and several other significant issues also remain unresolved.

Mid-American Canoe and Kayak Race set for June 7 on Fox River

First held in 1961, the event sponsored by the Fox Valley Park District features multiple categories for participants in both competitive and recreational divisions.

Ty Rhoades triples, scores winning run as Little Rock wins OVC title

Ty Rhoades hit a two-out triple in the 8th inning, he would score the winning run later as the Trojans beat #1 seed Eastern Illinois 2-1. Little Rock battled through the bracket as an #8 seed to secure an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament.

Can't Wait For Saturday Hot off the presses: Athlon ranks Illinois No. 17

It's not quite as cool as "Navin Johnson's" "the new phone book is here" but it is in the ballpark. In this case, it's "the new Athlon magazine is here." And like with Navin, I'm in it. The longtime annual produced by Athlon Sports hit the stands this week.

Illinois lawmakers pass bill to end mandatory road tests for drivers under 87 years old

A bill heading to Gov. JB Pritzker desk would roll back some of the strictest testing requirements in the nation for older drivers.

Best homeowners insurance in Illinois in 2025

While every homeowner's needs are different, our top picks for homeowners insurance in Illinois are Amica, Allstate, Erie, Chubb and USAA, based on cost, customer service, coverage options and more.

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.