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2 weeks ago
Beardstown man facing charges after gun shot outside home
The man was arrested for reckless discharge of a firearm and disorderly conduct.
2 weeks ago
State-based health insurance marketplace opens amid federal budget stalemate
Consumers likely to see premium hikes; many expected to drop coverage.
3 weeks ago
No one hurt as United Airlines plane clips tail of another aircraft in Chicago
The second plane had its horizonal stabilizer struck and was not moving when the planes hit, officials said.
3 weeks ago
Trump asks U.S. Supreme Court to allow National Guard deployment in Illinois
Administration claims courts have no right to check president’s military authority.
3 weeks ago
‘No Kings’ protests return as Trump ramps up authoritarian practices, organizers say
A Springfield rally is among those planned.
3 weeks ago
Krishnamoorthi spends $450K per week on TV ads in Senate race
Stratton, Kelly struggle to keep pace with Krishnamoorthi’s prolific fundraising.
3 weeks ago
Former military leaders decry National Guard deployment in Illinois
Legal challenges to deployment, immigration enforcement continue in court.
3 weeks ago
Dabrowski sets fundraising bar at $1.5M in GOP primary for governor
Bailey working to establish funding sources after late entry into race he won 4 years ago.
3 weeks ago
Pritzker tax summaries show more than $10M in 2024 income — not including trusts. Read the returns here
Governor says 'I like to play cards' as returns show $1.4M in gambling income.
3 weeks ago
Springfield’s iconic Carillon may be growing!
Plans are underway to build a museum and event space adjacent to the tower.
3 weeks ago
Jack-o’-Lantern Spectacular lights Up Washington Park this weekend
2,500+ pumpkins carved and lit!
3 weeks ago
Interest groups: Ameren prioritizes profits over rate affordability
A proposed order would cut a recommended $129 million rate hike request for natural gas delivery by about one third, or, $44 million.
3 weeks ago
Democratic governors form a public health alliance in rebuke of Trump administration
Among them are governors of the most populous blue states, California and New York, and several governors who are considered possible 2028 presidential candidates, including California's Gavin Newsom, Illinois' JB Pritzker and Maryland's Moore.
3 weeks ago
Federal immigration officers in Chicago area will be required to wear body cameras, judge says
"I’m having concerns about my order being followed,” the judge said.
3 weeks ago
Massey Commission looks at accountability, and why city councils and school boards aren’t at the table
An independent commission was suggested to make sure money is spent properly, and to make sure action items actually get done.
3 weeks ago
SNAP changes leave a bitter taste
Advocate says the "Big Beautiful Bill" shifts major costs to the state.
3 weeks ago
Ah, rats! Researchers say some other critter likely created Chicago’s ‘rat hole’ sidewalk landmark
The rat hole went viral early last year after comedian Winslow Dumaine posted a photo of it on X.
