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6 days ago
Crouch signs ’10 Shared Principles’ with NAACP
"I am proud to sign these principles alongside the NAACP as a pledge to work hand-in-hand with our community to continue building confidence in how we serve.”
6 days ago
Flu season is upon us
The Sangamon County Department of Public Health is offering flu vaccines starting September 23, at their main Springfield location at 2833 South Grand Avenue East.
6 days ago
As ICE and DHS enter Chicago, Pritzker says Trump is ‘losing it’
"You can't take anything that he says seriously," said Pritzker, to reporters in Oak Park Tuesday.
6 days ago
Decatur City Manager announces resignation
No reason was given for Gleason's pending departure.
7 days ago
Massey Commission shares final recommendations for change following Sonya’s death
Police-related recommendations, and improved race relations, were heavy on the committee's minds Monday night.
7 days ago
Amid backlash, Pritzker calls for leaders — especially Trump — to tone down rhetoric
Illinois Republicans say governor’s rhetoric is sowing more division.
7 days ago
D-186 passes budget; Lanphier asst principal accused of hitting student
The district plans to use fund balance to resolve an $18 million deficit; Chris Hampsey is on "investigative leave."
1 week ago
UPDATED: The long-awaited demolition of the Pillsbury Plant is finally on the horizon
Demolition is scheduled to start this week, either Tuesday or Wednesday.
1 week ago
Becky Gabany joining 2025/2026 Obama Foundation Leaders
Becky Gabany joining 2025/2026 Obama Foundation Leaders
1 week ago
McDonald’s plans $200 million investment to promote regenerative practices on US cattle ranches
The Chicago burger giant said the investment was its largest to date in support of regenerative agriculture in the U.S.
1 week ago
Fall Harvest Festival October 11 & 12 at Lincoln Memorial Gardens
Experience the beauty of autumn at the Lincoln Memorial Gardens’ Fall Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 11, and Sunday, October 12.
1 week ago
See tracks? Think train! Safety campaign kicks off in Illinois
Governor JB Pritzker has proclaimed September 15-21 Rail Safety Week. Marking the 12th year of the statewide awareness initiative. In recognition, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) and Operation Lifesaver, a national rail safety non-profit, will be sharing life-saving rail safety information.
1 week ago
“Fellows” program will be Edgar’s legacy, say his top aides
Former Edgar aides agree: hundreds carry Edgar's message through public service.
1 week ago
UPDATE: City director out after Mayor rips top staffer over celebration of Charlie Kirk’s assassination
City's top Internet officer uses social media to criticize conservatives' hero.
1 week ago
Chicago suburb where Pope Leo XIV grew up celebrates his 70th birthday with gospel music, balloons
A small crowd attended the festivities outside the modest brick house in the village of Dolton, where the former Robert Prevost grew up after he was born in 1955 in Chicago.
1 week ago
UPDATED: Former IL Gov. Jim Edgar dies at 79
Edgar had been diagnosed earlier this year with pancreatic cancer.
1 week ago
Riding to Remember 9/11
"...we've all come together for one good purpose: to commemorate this great nation we live in," said Mayor Buscher
1 week ago
Burn bans in effect across Central Illinois
Area communities say it's just too dry to burn safely outside.