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5 days ago

Citing AP investigation, senators demand answers on use of full-body restraints during deportations

Van Hollen was joined by U.S. Sens. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts, Cory Booker of New Jersey, Alex Padilla of California, Tammy Duckworth of Illinois, and six others.

5 days ago

Sonya Massey’s mom on Grayson verdict: ‘I can’t wait until he goes to Hell’

Responses to the verdict were less than pleasant.

5 days ago

Truck hits house, causes power outage

Problems continue after a crash near 9th and Miller.

5 days ago

Energy bill moves as veto session ends

Senate could give the bill to the governor Thursday.

6 days ago

Why was Grayson convicted of Second Degree Murder? Legal experts weigh in

Second Degree Murder versus First Degree, and why police body cameras are so important.

6 days ago

Sonya Massey’s family says Grayson trial verdict is a ‘miscarriage of justice’

Family members say the verdict wasn't fair, but an attorney says it's something.

6 days ago

Mayor, senator react to Grayson verdict

Buscher: City and SPD "will continue to review our own policies and training to ensure every person is treated with dignity and respect." Turner: "Justice has been served. Today's verdict shows that no one is above the law."

6 days ago

Attorney Ben Crump reacts to Grayson verdict

Deputy convicted of lesser charge for killing Sonya Massey.

6 days ago

Grayson guilty of second degree murder

Maximum sentence is twenty years.

6 days ago

Guv not keen on transit fix … as is

House floats untested idea in response to unpopular Senate-passed bill.

6 days ago

Davidsmeyer: IL remap would be more JB hypocrisy

Texas Republicans set off a mid-decade redistricting to guard against anticipated 2026 losses.

6 days ago

Springfield nurse says a mammogram saved her life, stresses importance of early detection

Amanda Meyer discovered the breast cancer during a routine mammogram.

6 days ago

The highest-value homes in Springfield, Illinois

Redfin Real Estate compiled a list of the highest value homes in Springfield, IL.

6 days ago

Crime of the Week: Support Crime Stoppers with upcoming fundraisers

Support the Crime Stoppers mission by donating or attending their fundraisers.

6 days ago

Nationwide recall of Golden Island Fire-Grilled Korean Barbecue Pork Jerky due to metal contamination

Over 2 million pounds of jerky sold at Costco and Sam’s Club are affected.

6 days ago

Michael Jordan criticizes load management in latest installment of NBC conversation

Jordan addressed the topic of NBA players missing games in the second installment of a series that NBC is calling “MJ: Insights to Excellence,” which aired Tuesday night between games of a doubleheader on the network.

6 days ago

House Dems eye taxes on entertainment, billionaires’ investments to fund transit

Bill would create stronger oversight board in Chicago area.

6 days ago

Sean Grayson Trial: Day 8 Blog

More jury deliberations. Click here for real-time updates as they become available.

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