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Live Indy 500 fun report from the Snake Pit, Coke Lot, red carpet and more

We're keeping track of everything happening at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway -- everything that is except the actual Indy 500.

Tigers’ Jack Flaherty looks to turn flashes of brilliance into sustained excellence

Is it fair to wonder what the real Jack Flaherty looks like? He’s been, in turns, brilliant and baffling; not only this year, but over his last 20 regular-season starts.

How Notre Dame, Dunlap, Morton won IHSA regionals in girls soccer

Morton center-midfielder Sophia Davila notched two goals to help break Metamora. Senior Addie Dea scored a goal, and senior center-back Carly Whitaker — also an all-state volleyball player — scored her 11th goal of the season off a corner kick that coach Tory DeLong said was "buried with emphasis."

Less than 20 Joann stores left in Illinois. What to know about final sales, closures

There's only one week to shop at Joann Fabrics before all locations close. Find out which stores are still open in Illinois and what sales are available.

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.

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.

Illinois launches 'Click It or Ticket' campaign ahead of Memorial Day weekend surge

The Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police, and over 200 law enforcement agencies across the state are joining forces for the National Hig

Carlos Medlock Jr. to transfer after helping Wayne boys basketball reach state title game

Medlock, the son of former Eastern Michigan guard Carlos Medlock, has informed Wayne head coach Steve Brooks of his intention to attend a prep school.

Illinois House passes school hazmat emergency preparedness bill

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — The Illinois House passed legislation Tuesday to help schools be prepared for hazmat emergencies. This plan calls on the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security to work with the State Board of Education to develop guidance for local emergency responders and school districts.

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

A shortage of overnight parking for truckers at interstate rest stops was a key contributor to a 2023 Greyhound bus crash in southern Illinois, regulators said.

Trump gives House Republicans a 'pep talk' to close divides on massive tax bill

President Trump spoke to House Republicans on Capitol Hill on Tuesday to persuade holdouts in his party to back a massive tax bill that includes cuts to Medicaid.

Pritzker says every state faces financial challenges under Trump, but is optimistic Illinois will have balanced budget

Gov. JB Pritzker says he knows state lawmakers face a tough challenge to pass a balanced budget by the end of the month.

Collinsville High School Names Hank Mathews New Head Boys Basketball Coach

COLLINSVILLE Collinsville Community Unit School District #10 has announced Hank Mathews will be the next head basketball coach of the Kahok Boys Basketball

Man charged in shooting 3 police officers in southern Illinois, officials say

A 22-year-old has been charged in shooting three police officers. Police said a female officer was shot in the face.

IDOT: Outbound Kennedy Expressway ramp closures pushed back again, closures added and extended by a week

Ramp closures on the outbound Kennedy Expressway, from the Edens Expressway to the Ohio Street junction, have been pushed back again. The closures will also be extended by a week, and

Which Nebraska football coach played a major role in a future quarterback's commitment?

Nebraska football quarterback commit Trae Taylor revealed Glenn Thomas was a big reason for him committing to the.

Top Illinois WR target announcing commitment this week

Chicago Morgan Park four-star receiver Nasir Rankin announced that he will be making his college decision on Wednesday. The pass catcher is one of the most sought-after talents in the state of Illinois, ranked as the second best player in the state according to 247 Sports, and the No. 7 player in the state according to On3.

Former Saints scout sees Broncos’ Pat Bryant as versatile fit in Sean Payton’s offense: ‘He’s a dog’

His time in Champaign was long done, and yet Pat Bryant kept hanging around in the rain at Illinois this spring, just wanting to watch some ball.

Illinois public defenders, their clients deserve a FAIR shake

Clients and community members lose confidence in public defenders who are employed at the mercy of the very courts that seek to punish them.

No Trump, No FEMA? Tornado Ravaged City’s Mayor Pleads for Federal Assistance

At least 28 people across three states were killed when tornadoes struck Kentucky, Missouri, and Virginia on Friday, with a governor and a mayor calling them among the worst they’ve ever seen. Unseen,

More severe storms possible with heavy rain

Severe storms are possible overnight along with some very heavy rain. While the storms moving in this evening and tonight will be weakening, we could still experience damaging winds, large hail, and a few tornadoes. Another round of severe storms is possible Tuesday afternoon and evening.

Winning numbers drawn in Sunday’s Illinois Pick 3 Evening

The winning numbers in Sunday evening’s drawing of the "Illinois Pick 3 Evening" game were:

Letters: The opposition to Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown was quiet during the Obama years

Why does this opposition wish to retain immigrants in our country illegally over the security of American citizens?

Illinois earns No. 11 seed in Big Ten Baseball Tournament

Illinois Baseball took a bit of a step back this year in a loaded Big Ten — dropping from 2024 regular season champions, to the No. 11 seed in the 2025 Big Ten Tournament.

As Illinois lawmakers weigh artificial intelligence rules for schools, here's how Rockford teachers are using AI

Illinois lawmakers are considering a measure that would create an advisory board to give schools guidance on how to use Artificial Intelligence or AI. WNIJ’s Peter Medlin reports on how teachers in Rockford are already using AI in the classroom.

Karina Ayala-Bermejo and Raul Raymundo: Stop the political theater and fix the broken immigration system

President Donald Trump needs to fix the broken immigration system and stop weaponizing immigrants to stir up divisions.

This Illinois town aims for economic revival – but will Trump tariffs help?

President Donald Trump’s tariffs aim to revive U.S. manufacturing and the cities where it happens. But in Belvidere, Illinois, the reality is complicated.

Three Fairview Heights officers shot, one in the face, responding to call

Police arrested the suspect at the scene and the weapon was recovered. The person currently is being held by Fairview Heights Police, according to a news release.

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