4 days ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National

Southern Illinois man who printed unregistered 3D guns sentenced to eight years

Defendant tells judge he had ‘hurt no one' while his lawyer pleaded for 'mercy.'

4 days ago in IL State News, Local

Judge declines to block Illinois’ ‘medical aid in dying’ law ahead of Sept. 12 start

Disability rights advocates alleged law is discriminatory, needs more state oversight.

4 days ago in Business, IL State News, Local

Attorney general reaches settlement to reduce Nicor Gas request by 63%

But advocates say it’s a compromise, ‘not a clear win for customers.'

4 days ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Bears, Panthers look to continue to progress under still-developing No. 1 overall draft picks

Both teams were eliminated from the playoffs by the Los Angeles Rams.

4 days ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze has a calf injury going into Week 1

The wide receiver showed no signs of any issues as he went through drills in the portion of Thursday's practice that was open to reporters.

4 days ago in Education, IL State News, Local, National

In an age of instant answers, educators say there’s a case for letting kids struggle a little

There is a downside to that convenience, said Dr. Dana Suskind, a professor of surgery and pediatrics at the University of Chicago and author of the book “Human Raised.”

4 days ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Cubs hope to have shortstop Dansby Swanson back from oblique injury in a week

Swanson, a smooth-fielding two-time All-Star, went on the injured list on Monday, Aug. 17 with a a left oblique strain.

4 days ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Bears coach Ben Johnson returns to North Carolina for Week 1 matchup with the Panthers

Johnson leads the Bears into North Carolina for their season opener against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.

4 days ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National

Grayson’s attorneys want murder conviction vacated because he died. Read the request here

Massey's family is angered by the motion.

4 days ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Local, National

Jerry Seinfeld to perform at UIS PAC in December

Tickets go on sale Sept. 18.

4 days ago in Entertainment, Music

MusiCares to honor U2 as 2027 Persons of the Year at a star-studded Grammy-weekend gala

MusiCares will honor Irish band U2 as its Persons of the Year at a February gala kicking off Grammy Awards weekend. Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton and Larry Mullen Jr. will be celebrated at a Feb. 5 dinner and tribute concert at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

4 days ago in Entertainment

Snoop Dogg brings the VMAs back to Los Angeles as host for Sept. 27 show

The MTV Video Music Awards are returning to the West Coast this month and they've got a very West Coast host — Snoop Dogg.

4 days ago in Lifestyle

In an age of instant answers, educators say there’s a case for letting kids struggle a little

When children forget their lunch, can't solve a math problem or don't know how to get somewhere, the instinct for parents can be to step in immediately. But sometimes, the problem is an opportunity.

4 days ago in Sports

High-profile injuries already adding up 2 games into the NFL season

Sam Darnold played just five snaps. A.J. Brown will be sidelined for a while. De'Zhaun Stribling was carted off the field. High-profile injuries are adding up just two games into the NFL season. It's not even Sunday yet.

4 days ago in National, Trending

US marks 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks

Americans are commemorating the 25th anniversary of 9/11, remembering the shock, the dead and the sweeping consequences of the al-Qaida attacks on symbols of U.S. might and prosperity.

4 days ago in Agriculture, Farm, IL State News, Local

Harvest off to a fast start across central Illinois

Harvest already in full swing in some areas after Labor Day.

4 days ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local

Naloxone shift to generic version helps stretch state’s overdose prevention funds

Health officials say lower cost means more kits can reach the public.

5 days ago in IL State News, Local, National

Illinois governor’s race shifts to Texas

Bailey, Pritzker both working the sidelines of midterm Republican convention for support, money.

5 days ago in IL State News, Local

DCFS tells judge it will comply with records request in 2024 death of foster child

Agency director required to explain missed court dates at rescheduled hearing in October.

5 days ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Big Ten expanding its enhanced replay review coverage beyond Friday games

The Big Ten had announced last week it would offer these enhanced replay reviews during Friday night telecasts. The Big Ten adjusted that plan Wednesday by saying it will cover all conference games, as well as home nonconference matchups that have Big Ten officiating crews.