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3 weeks ago
Tinkering with time: Is it time to make daylight saving permanent?
Proponents want to provide more evening sunlight hours, while opponents point to sunrise coming later during the winter months.
3 weeks ago
Heart health back in spotlight after Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death
A doctor says it's important to get regular physicals, especially if you have known heart problems.
3 weeks ago
A woman’s death was the first fatal shooting by Illinois State Police this year. Were the trooper’s actions justified?
Six months after ISP completed its investigation, prosecutors have yet to issue a ruling.
3 weeks ago
Trump budget proposal could threaten airline service at downstate airports
3 Illinois airports rely on federal subsidies for commercial air routes.
3 weeks ago
Mets-Phillies start time moved, MLS game between Vancouver-Chicago ppd. due to wildfire smoke
The National Weather Service said a lingering high pressure system has trapped the smoke close to the ground.
3 weeks ago
Wildfire smoke makes air unhealthy from the US Midwest to East Coast. Officials say stay inside
In the Chicago area, air quality ranged from very unhealthy to hazardous.
3 weeks ago
Lettuce at Taco Bell in 5 states confirmed as a source of diarrhea-causing parasite
The federal warnings to consumers did not identify the company, but a federal official who was briefed on the investigation and not authorized to discuss it told The Associated Press it was Taylor Farms of Salinas, California.
3 weeks ago
Pritzker signs veteran assistance bills into law
The Illinois SERVE Act models federal law by requiring public and private colleges to accommodate academic military leave when students are called to service.
3 weeks ago
Giannoulias to Governor: Sign Illinois car insurance reform bill
The bill means auto insurance rate hikes will be challenged before being approved.
3 weeks ago
Illinois awards AD Josh Whitman a new contract worth more than $31 million over the next 10 years
The university's board of trustees approved the new deal for Whitman at its regular meeting on Thursday.
4 weeks ago
State Rep. Carol Ammons, husband, plead not guilty to corruption charges
Supporters claim racial motives in prosecution; launch legal defense fund.
4 weeks ago
Springfield man sentenced to short prison term for dog fighting ring
Police say a pool was found at the address that was used as a dog fighting ring.
4 weeks ago
Ownbey: Suit over data center meets 90-day window
Some Waverly-area residents are suing the county.
4 weeks ago
Pint-sized obsessions: Illinois’ favorite ice cream flavors and brands, according to Instacart data
Instacart reports the top ice cream brands and flavors in Illinois and across America.
4 weeks ago
Route 66 centennial draws international visitors to Illinois
"I've always been passionate about America," de Jong said. "I've seen American movies and I think that's where Route 66 popped up, too. So, watching the movies, wanting to go to America and Route 66 is one of those real American things."
4 weeks ago
Peoples Gas cuts $58 million from rate request
The new rates would raise monthly bills by $7-8 rather than the $10-11 originally requested.
4 weeks ago
Illinois State Board of Education issues AI guidance, written with help from AI
Document intended to help schools, districts navigate complex issues around emerging technology.
4 weeks ago
Central IL batters shrug off strikes, sweltering temps while swinging in the heat
The “feels like” temps are hitting the 100 mark.
4 weeks ago
Bike program teaching central Illinois kids how to ride
Weyer said the program gives children who do not own a bike access to instruction during the school day.
4 weeks ago
Pritzker signs downcoding transparency bill into law
Insurance companies will also be required to provide healthcare professionals a clear process to dispute downcoded claims within 90 days.