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2 days ago
Grandview to build ‘sports complex,’ in part, with state grant money
Two Springfield projects also getting OSLAD money.
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SPD: Gang violence investigation nets 5 arrests, 11 guns seized this week
Police do say that they have conducted "proactive details and served search warrants on known gang members within the city."
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Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying suspect in November downtown damage incident
November, 2025 incident caused $10,000 in damage.
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More data center debate before the Sangamon County Board
Union and Cyrus One defend their plans while residents continue to express concerns.
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Some aldermen are dissatisfied with county animal control
"Their dogs have been killed by other dogs! Their cats have been killed by other cats!"
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Senator: Bill would take predators out of tax sales
Proposal would discourage speculators and keep people in their homes.
3 days ago
Macoupin County pair arrested after vehicle chase and foot search
A man who allegedly led Menard County deputies on a chase ended up being found in a pond.
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Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln offers grants and scholarships
The Community Foundation is offering grants for business owners and scholarships for students.
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Memorial Health Hospitals notice a surge in Influenza cases
Influenza cases have been on the rise since Thanksgiving.
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Daily steps to make a vehicle last longer
Here are some daily steps vehicle owners can take to achieve longer life spans for their cars or trucks.
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Cause of death revealed for suspect who died in police custody, dragged LeRoy officer
The Logan County Coroner's Office told WAND News Jan. 12 that Saunders died from drug intoxication and heart disease.
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Illinois extends health insurance enrollment deadline to Jan. 31
Get Covered Illinois cites record interest, expanded navigator and broker support across the state.
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Interstate shootings in Illinois fall for fourth straight year with zero fatalities in 2025
State police cite 80% decrease since 2021, highlight technology and enforcement efforts.
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Pritzker: Blago hire reflects on Homer Glen
Pritzker is not done trying to hold down insurance premiums; he also says the state and the Bears have talked infrastructure.
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Chicago among 5 Athletes Unlimited Softball League franchise locations announced for 2026 season
The teams announced Tuesday are the Carolina Blaze, Chicago Bandits, Portland Cascade, Texas Volts and Utah Talons.
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Family budgets are stretched and bargain grocer Aldi seizes the moment in a rapid expansion
The chain, with U.S. operations based outside of Chicago, went on an expansion tear soon after inflation began to spike in 2021 and opened a record number of new stores last year.
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Labor, voting rights groups intervene in Illinois voter data lawsuit
Trump administration seeks sensitive voter data in Illinois, 21 other states.
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Taylorville Police Department seeing increase in cryptocurrency scams
A law signed in August 2024 limited the amount of money a new user could exchange to $2,500. But scammers are now telling people to travel to multiple machines.
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Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office warns of phone scammers impersonating deputies
The caller threatens that a warrant will be issued if the person doesn't comply.
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Cards’ TV voice: 2026 is about rebuilding
Chip Caray will lead Cardinal Caravan Saturday.