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Senator Dick Durbin and Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher hold a news conference at the Springfield Municipal Center.

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Durbin: Trump doesn’t know what he’s doing in Iran

Durbin says when Trump talks about ending the war in two to three weeks, don't believe it.

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Merch Madness insanity taking over C-U with Final Four clothing and merch

"In the first 24 hours, over 5,000 were ordered online and [for] pickup," said Steven Farag, co-founder and CEO of Campus Ink and the NIL Store.

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Champaign sets alcohol restrictions ahead of Final Four celebrations

City officials cite public safety as Illini fans prepare for large gatherings this weekend..

Jacksonville Police Department

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Jacksonville man charged with seven burglaries — most on April Fool’s Day

An April Fool's Day crime spree leads to an arrest on seven different charges.

saving money

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5 smart ways Central Illinois consumers can save money right now

A few simple adjustments can create meaningful savings without sacrificing your lifestyle.

Gasoline climbed at $4.29 a gallon at many retail stations across Illinois. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Peter Hancock)

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Pritzker calls for year-round E15 gasoline in letter to Congress

Governor says war in Iran has elevated urgency for cheaper, higher-ethanol fuel.

Rep. Dan Ugaste, R-Geneva, debates a bill in the Illinois House on May 21, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

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Republicans, Pritzker point fingers over cause of rising property taxes

Report finds Cook County property taxes outpacing inflation, wage growth.

FILE - Soldier Field is seen for an MLS soccer match between the Chicago Fire and the CF Montréal, Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Matt Marton, File)

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Bears hope to choose stadium site this spring or summer

“Both of the sites are excellent sites,” Warren said.

Los Angeles Angels manager Kurt Suzuki, left, attempts to challenge a play with an umpire during the third inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs in Chicago, Wednesday, April 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)

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Angels denied a replay challenge when manager Kurt Suzuki waits too long to appeal

The play occurred with the Chicago Cubs batting in the third inning of the Angels' 6-2 loss in the series finale at a chilly Wrigley Field.

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Auburn and Illinois State play in NIT matchup

Thursday's matchup is the first this season between the squads.

Michigan's Yaxel Lendeborg (23) celebrates after defeating Tennessee in the Elite Eight of the NCAA college basketball tournament, Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

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Believe it! After a wild March Madness, Final Four teams look to conjure up more magic

There are no Cinderellas lacing it up at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indy this week, but that's not to say the 2026 version of March Madness hasn't produced its share of memories already.

2 weeks ago in Business, Food Scene, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

McDonald’s tries a simpler approach with its new McValue menu

Some of the items already cost less than $3 in some parts of the U.S., but others don't.

Brendan Kelly (center), Director of Illinois State Police, announces the installation of highway signs for all 73 troopers who have died in the line of duty. Trooper Albert Hassan is the first trooper, who died in 1924.

2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

State Police to place new highway signs honoring troopers who died in the line of duty

Up to now, only some of those who died on the job got the honor.

An Illinois State Police car is pictured outside the Illinois Capitol in Springfield during an event in 2022. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

State Police vehicle fleet will take 18 years to replace as costs rise, ISP director says

Agency has more than 1,000 vehicles that need to be replaced for age and mileage.

Dr. Bobby Mukkamala, president of the American Medical Association, spoke at HSHS St. John's Children's Hospital Wednesday.

2 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

AMA president speaks in Springfield, praises Children’s Hospital

Mukkamala said he was particularly moved by the hospital’s role as a regional anchor.

The 700,000 square-foot Amazon fulfillment is one of several in the area south of Joliet. (Medill Illinois News Bureau photo by Gabriel Matias Castilho)

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Statewide warehouse pollution reduction bill fails to meet committee deadline

The proposal aimed to curb pollution from Illinois’ more than 2,400 warehouses.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, National, Trending

The Latest: Artemis II fully fueled for NASA’s historic return to the moon

NASA's launch team has loaded more than 700,000 gallons of fuel into the 32-story Space Launch System rocket, setting the stage for the Artemis II mission crew members to board...

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Megan Thee Stallion takes 2 Broadway shows off after illness during ‘Moulin Rouge!’

Megan Thee Stallion was rushed to the hospital after "feeling very ill" while onstage on Broadway in "Moulin Rouge! The Musical." She later took to social media to explain...

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Luka Dončić and Cade Cunningham are eligible for NBA awards after successful appeals of 65-game rule

The Los Angeles Lakers ' Luka Dončić and Detroit Pistons ' Cade Cunningham will be eligible for awards such as MVP and All-NBA this season despite falling short of the 65-game minimum, the league and the National Basketball Players Association said Thursday.

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Severe storms continue to produce heavy rain, lightning and flooding across parts of US

Storms barreling across the heart of the United States continued to threaten rain and pose flooding risks Thursday after causing at least one death when a man apparently was struck by lightning in Wisconsin.

2 days ago in National, Trending

Tiger Woods’ lawyer vows to fight subpoena for prescription records in DUI case

Tiger Woods ' attorney intends to fight an attempt by prosecutors to subpoena the golfer's prescription drug records following his arrest last month in Florida on suspicion of driving under the influence.