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2 weeks ago

Downtown historic buildings changing hands, or ready to

"If anybody has a great idea and wants to put their money where their mouth is, as far as getting some new projects going, there's no shortage of opportunities downtown right now."

2 weeks ago

Trivia night Saturday benefits ALPLM

Proceeds benefit "Team Lincoln."

2 weeks ago

Illinois pursues abortion coverage for people with little or no insurance

The measure takes advantage of ACA abortion coverage.

2 weeks ago

7 years after legalization, final cannabis licensing lawsuit goes to court

Company with perfect application score argues for new license lottery.

2 weeks ago

Cubs’ Cade Horton placed on 15-day IL, set for tests after leaving 2nd start with forearm discomfort

The Cubs placed Horton on the 15-day injured list with a strained forearm on Sunday , two days after he felt discomfort throwing a pitch. 

2 weeks ago

Angel Reese traded from Chicago Sky to Atlanta Dream for first-round draft picks in 2027 and 2028

The 6-foot-3 Reese averaged 14.1 points and 12.9 rebounds in her two seasons with Chicago, earning All-Star honors each year while finishing as the runner-up for rookie of the year in 2024.

2 weeks ago

Change from Winter to Spring means change in possible sickness

A true sinus infection, which is typically viral and lasts about ten days, is usually distinguished by more severe symptoms, including intense sinus pressure, fevers, and headaches.

2 weeks ago

Tax deadline on April 15, late applicants can file for extension

If you file an extension, it will not affect your tax return, but could affect how much you owe.

2 weeks ago

Freshmen Braylon Mullins and Keaton Wagler shine as others struggle in UConn’s win over Illinois

Illinois freshman Keaton Wagler headed dejectedly to his bench, pulling his jersey over his face as teammates consoled him before he covered his head with a towel.

2 weeks ago

UConn reaches 3rd national title game in 4 seasons, beating Illinois 71-62 behind Mullins and Reed

Freshman Keaton Wagler had 20 points and eight rebounds to lead the Fighting Illini (28-9), who reached their first Final Four since losing the championship game to North Carolina in 2005.

2 weeks ago

Death under investigation by Illinois State Police in Christian County

State police said they cannot share any more information at this time to "protect the integrity of the investigation."

2 weeks ago

What the UIS faculty wants in strike against administration

Union voices concerns over inadequate pay after months of negotiations.

2 weeks ago

White Sox announce they will retire Ozzie Guillen’s number in August

“What a great surprise it was,” Guillen said. “Especially opening day, the way they did it."

2 weeks ago

Illinois throws out book on previous matchups with UConn and tries to flip the script in Final Four

“I’ve said all along, you just have to keep knocking on the door and our opportunities were going to come,” Underwood said in Indianapolis when asked about the impact of the 2024 postseason loss.

2 weeks ago

Cubs’ pitcher Cade Horton will go on injured list after early exit against Guardians

Manager Craig Counsell said Horton will be placed on the 15-day injured list on Saturday.

2 weeks ago

Parker, Delle Donne and 1996 US Olympic women’s basketball team set for Hall of Fame enshrinement

Parker won three titles in the WNBA with three teams: Los Angeles, Chicago and Las Vegas.

2 weeks ago

Timaya Lewis-Eutsey scores 27 to lead Marshall over Illinois State 66-41 in WNIT title game

Illinois State shot 29.2%, made 3 of 17 from distance and 10 of 12 foul shots.

2 weeks ago

Durbin: Earmarks are just fine with me, since they’re helping Springfield

Durbin: If it means improvements, I'll take earmarks.

2 weeks ago

Shanle ready to take over DSI leadership

Shanle spoke to WTAX on Friday.

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