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2 weeks ago
Trump gives disaster declarations to Alaska and others but denies Illinois, Vermont and Maryland
Approvals fell mostly along party lines.
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Standoff ends safely in U of I’s Campustown area
A home was surrounded in the area. It's not yet clear why.
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Illinois hosts conference on combatting hate and protecting human rights
State leaders and experts gather in Champaign to build a roadmap for countering hate, promoting inclusivity, and strengthening democracy.
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$3 million prize won in Mega Millions drawing
“Just last month, we sold a $10,000 winning scratch-off ticket, and now this — a $3 million winner,” said Melissa Motroni of Bull Valley Trio.
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Illinois Humanities and Illinois Arts Council organize first statewide convening
The gathering is intended to initiate innovation and deepen awareness about how critical arts, culture, and humanities are for society.
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Fate of Illinois’ first-in-the-nation credit card ‘swipe fee’ ban awaits judge’s ruling
2024 law’s implementation already delayed until 2026; court arguments heard this week.
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Pritzker forms independent commission to document misconduct of federal agents
The Illinois Accountability Commission will seek public input of misconduct by federal agents.
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New teachers union leaders in Illinois call for tax shift to fund K-12, higher education
CTU president Stacy Davis Gates elected to lead new team at statewide teachers union.
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Grayson trial: Autopsy photos shown to jury, and when is an expert witness not an expert?
A number of witnesses on day two of testimony, and a potentially heartfelt moment inside the courtroom.
2 weeks ago
Sean Grayson Trial: Day 4 Blog
Check back here for updates on the second day of witness testimony.
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UPDATE: 4 family members of Illinois governor candidate killed in Montana helicopter crash, campaign says
Two of Bailey’s grandchildren also were killed, Bailey’s campaign said in a statement Thursday.
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Rally-goers dot the Sean Grayson trial landscape
Rally-goers are hoping for a culture of change in Springfield, as well as in Peoria, when it comes to the operation of police departments.
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Opening statements, body camera video, and questioning testimony dot day 4 of Sean Grayson trial
Defense attorneys spent considerable time Wednesday strongly questioning the statements of two prosecution witnesses.
2 weeks ago
Crime of the Week: Help needed solving theft, illegal use of credit cards
Thieves posed as representatives of the Boys and Girls Clubs.
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Illinois video gambling mogul to seek GOP gubernatorial nomination
Rick Heidner owns the third-largest video gaming terminal operator in Illinois.
2 weeks ago
Pritzker talks city budget, Bears stadium with Chicago business and civic leaders
Governor leaves door open for Democratic National Convention to return to the city.
2 weeks ago
A BEACON of hope
Fire chief: "It's a practical, common-sense solution to make our city safer and our response more effective."
