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Richard Wilson is accused of being part of a multi-state theft operation.

4 weeks ago

Springfield man arrested, accused of multi-state theft ring

Richard Wilson allegedly stole more than $10,000 worth of items.

A doorbell camera photo of David Jordan.

4 weeks ago

Illinois State Police continue search for armed suspect in shooting of two officers in Gibson City

A new surveillance photo has been released.

Megan Moroney performs in Hollywood, Florida on November 14, 2024. The performance was part of Audacy’s Stars and Strings benefit concert.

4 weeks ago

New State Fair grandstand attendance record set by Megan Moroney

Moroney eclipsed Lil Wayne by 105 attendees to set a new record.

4 weeks ago

Governor Pritzker ‘Meets the Press’ on redistricting and Texas lawmakers

"What they're talking about is a distraction," said Pritzker.

A band plays during Veterans Day Sunday at the Illinois State Fair.

4 weeks ago

Veterans honored at Illinois State Fair

Various ways veterans are being told "thank you" -- not just as the Illinois State Fair.

State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit is a candidate for Illinois Comptroller.

4 weeks ago

Another Democrat announces candidacy for Illinois Comptroller

State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit leans on her experience in the military, and as a financial planner.

Kathy Salvi speaks to supporters at the 2022 Illinois State Fair in Springfield as a candidate for U.S. Senate. Salvi was elected chair of the Illinois Republican Party in 2024. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

4 weeks ago

Which Republicans are seeking statewide office in 2026? So far, hardly any

Politicians set to gather at State Fair this week, unofficially kicking off 2026 election season.

2024 Illinois State Fair Grandstand Avenue

4 weeks ago

State Fair announces Twilight Parade winners

Many Springfield-based winners of Twilight Parade awards.

Republican lawmakers in Springfield say power bills are skyrocketing because of "failed" energy policies.

4 weeks ago

Republicans claim higher energy prices are all Governor’s fault

The Freedom Caucus says Democrats aren't taking their pleas to do something with energy policy seriously.

The contents of a time capsule discovered at Taylorville Memorial Hospital.

4 weeks ago

Taylorville Memorial Hospital cracks open time capsule for public viewing

The time capsule contains a history of the TMH's precursor, St. Vincent Hospital, including photographs of the facility in 1940 and 1953.

Left to right: Jeff Rogers, Don Craven and Anna Brugmann.

4 weeks ago

Illinois newsrooms receive $4 million from state through tax credits

A law passed in 2024 was designed, in part, to fill void created by news deserts.

1 month ago

Hundreds of Illinois Extension jobs lost after federal funding cuts

Illinois Extension is cutting over 200 jobs.

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