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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

Illinois interchange law delayed, but risks for banks remain

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker, a Democrat, signed a bill that delays the implementation of the interchange law for a year while banks fight it in court.

Fatal house fire claims one life in Hammond

HAMMOND, ILL. (WICS) — A house fire in Hammond, Illinois, resulted in one fatality, authorities confirmed. The incident occurred on June 16 and is currently under investigation by the Illinois State Fire Marshal, the Piatt County Sheriff’s Department, and the Piatt County Coroner’s Office.

Sec. of State Giannoulias unveils statewide organ and tissue donation campaign

Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias has launched a public awareness campaign encouraging Illinoisans to become organ donors.

Introducing the 2025 Daily Southtown Girls Soccer All-Area Team

Three from Lincoln-Way East and two from Providence, both supersectional qualifiers, lead first and second teams.

Person killed in Hammond house fire

HAMMOND, Ill. (WAND) - A person was killed in a house fire in Hammond Tuesday morning. The Piatt County Coroner's Office confirmed the death and said the case is being investigated by the Illinois State Fire Marshall, the Piatt County Sheriff’s Department and the Piatt County Coroner’s Office.

Illinois football flips Oklahoma State commit, Class of 2026 edge rusher

The 6-foot-1.5, 230-pounder, who had been committed to Oklahoma State since February, comes in as the No. 75 edge rusher in the Class of 2026 by 247Sports. He recorded 52 tackles, 9.0 tackles for loss and 6.0 sacks, while also playing running back during his junior season.

Trump calls Pritzker 'worst in the country,' claims Chicago is 'overrun by criminals'

Donald Trump called JB Pritzker the "worst (governor) in the county" during a press conference today. Here's what to know.

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.

Trump administration gives personal data of immigrant Medicaid enrollees to deportation officials

An internal memo and emails show that Medicaid officials unsuccessfully sought to block the data transfer, citing legal and ethical concerns.

Newsom v. Trump: A defining moment for America or the California governor’s shot at presidency?

Newsom’s barrage of attacks have left many demoralized Democrats hoping this is the anti-Trump leader they’ve been waiting for, but others wonder whether the governor has chosen the wrong

More than 500 attend 'No Kings' protest in Freeport

An estimated 2,000-plus people gathered for Women's March Rockford's "No Kings" protest, a march and rally held June 14 at the City Market Pavilion. They carried signs. They clamored for change. And when ACLU Coordinator Kathleen Dingle called them to send a loud message to Washington D.C. that "Rockford will have no king," they roared.

Inside Out | Spurlock Museum making statement with first LGBTQ+ exhibit

The Spurlock Museum of World Cultures, with support from The Carden-Temple LGBTQ+ Impact Fund and The Greater Community AIDS Project of East Central Illinois, is excited to announce our first

'No thrones, no crowns, no kings': Crowd over 1,000 makes feelings known to Trump administration

No Kings organizer Joshua Leingang criticized a recent visit to Springfield by Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.

Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan hit with 7.5 years in corruption scheme

Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, the longest-serving legislative leader in U.S. history, was sentenced Friday to 7.5 years in prison following his conviction in a federal corruption

Ex-Illinois House speaker sentenced to 7.5 years in prison, $2.5 million fine for corruption

Judge Blakey handed down the 90-month sentence Friday at the Everett McKinley Dirksen U.S. Courthouse in Chicago. He also imposed three years of supervised release after his prison time ends.

Lake County provides lesson in recent high school basketball history

Lake County had a nine-year run of a team playing in a state semifinal game from 2007-2015. The area was also consistently hammering out Division I talent at the turn of the 21st century. As a result, the majority of the Mount Rushmore candidates played their basketball in the last couple of decades.

Michael Madigan, former Illinois House speaker, sentenced to 7.5 years in prison

In February, a jury convicted Madigan, 83, of bribery conspiracy, wire fraud and other crimes. He was sentenced Friday to 7.5 years in federal prison and a $2.5 million fine.

Ex-Illinois Speaker Michael Madigan Sentenced to 7.5 Years in Prison After Conviction in Landmark Corruption Case

U.S. District Judge John Blakey handed down the sentence Friday, four months after the former Illinois House speaker was convicted of 10 felony corruption charges.

Pride celebrations take over the strip in downtown Carbondale

Carbondale's downtown Strip will be filled with rainbow flags, music, and celebration this Saturday as the Southern Illinois Pride Collective hosts its annual pride event with an all new name

Water in south suburbs is once agai safe for infants after farm fertilizer contamination

Testing on June 7 by utility Aqua found elevated nitrate levels in water from the Kankakee River. Nitrates can be harmful to infants, An advisory was lifted Friday after testing showed the nitrate levels were once again at normal levels.

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.

Did you get a text from the Illinois DMV about outstanding tickets? It's a scam

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias issued a warning to vehicle owners about a new type of phishing scam. Find out how to protect yourself.

I-88 ramp to Illinois 83 closed for several days after being damaged by crash

The ramp from I-88 westbound to Illinois 83 southbound in Chicago's western suburbs is expected to be closed for several days after being damaged by a crash involving a commercial vehicle.

Is Buc-ee's ever coming to Illinois? Is there a store near Rockford? Here's what we know

Illinois doesn't have a Buc-ees, but here are the company's plans for expansion - with a possible future storefront near Milwaukee.

Illinois lawmakers’ latest perk — continuing education credits for going to work

The Illinois Supreme Court is now allowing state lawmakers who are also lawyers to acquire continuing education credits for their work in the General Assembly.

Shower chances continue for the midweek

It was a pleasant Memorial Day for Central Illinois; but gloomier times unfortunately return as early as Tuesday.

IL bill could allow immigrants to become driving instructors

In the state, non U.S. citizens can apply for a special drivers license called a Temporary Visitor Drivers License or TVDL. Under the plan, anyone that's had a TVDL for at least two years can help teach the next generation the rules of the road.

Illinois man seriously injured in Monticello motorcycle crash

MONTICELLO, Wis. -- An Illinois man is seriously injured following a crash in Monticello Sunday night. The Lafayette County Sheriff's Office reported the crash occurred on County Highway W between the intersections of Dimmicks Road and Blackhawk Road at 6:39 p.m.

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.

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.

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