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NORMAL, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) — Illinois State University will close at 2 p.m. Wednesday because of forecasted severe weather.
Jun 18, 2026Open source
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O'Fallon Police Officers Celebrate Inclusion at State Summer Special Olympics Games
O'Fallon police won gold at the Special Olympics Illinois Summer Games in Bloomington-Normal, while supporting inclusion, athletes, and Region J competitors.
Jun 16, 2026Open source
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S. Illinois man federally convicted of unlawful gun making
A federal jury recently found a Harrisburg man guilty of five gun-related charges tied to what prosecutors described as a small-scale gun manufacturing opera...
Jun 18, 2026Open source
Illinois man charged with murder in connection with Lansing shooting death of Highland man
A Highland man was reportedly identified as the deceased victim of the shooting in Lansing, Illinois, that occurred earlier this month.
Jun 18, 2026Open source
Illinois lawmakers, stakeholders are ready for summer of data center negotiations
Illinois lawmakers, stakeholders are ready for summer of data center negotiations
Jun 18, 2026Open source
LIVE UPDATES: Latest warnings as severe weather impacts Central Illinois
Latest updates as severe weather impacts Central Illinois on June 17 with dangerous tornadoes, wind and hail.
Jun 18, 2026Open source
Tornado watch issued for Illinois, St. Louis with intense tornadoes possible
A tornado watch highlighting the chance of a few intense tornadoes has been issued for Central Illinois and St. Louis until 10 p.m.
Jun 18, 2026Open source
Two injured after scrap metal spills from semi on I-90: officials
Two people were injured after a crash involving a semi-truck carrying scrap metal on I-90 on Wednesday, according to Illinois State Police.
Jun 18, 2026Open source
Tornadoes reported in central Illinois, flooding occurs in Chicago suburbs
While forecasts had initially warned of the potential for devastating tornadoes in the Chicago area Wednesday, the threat evolved to the south of the city.
Jun 18, 2026Open source
Tornadoes reported in Illinois, Iowa as severe weather roils Midwest Confirmed tornadoes were reported in I...
Confirmed tornadoes were reported in Illinois and Iowa Wednesday as severe weather brought the risk of thunderstorms and prompted a flurry of tornado warning...
Jun 18, 2026Open source
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The Justice Department is suing Evanston, Illinois, to stop a first-of-its-kind reparations program that has handed out more than $5 million to Black residen...
Jun 18, 2026Open source
Macoupin County Voters Face Illinois Separation Ballot Question
Macoupin County voters face a nonbinding Illinois separation referendum in November, echoing earlier Cook County secession questions in Jersey, Greene and Ma...
Jun 18, 2026Open source
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From Capitol News Illinois: The now-cleared “Broadview Six” protesters are asking a federal judge to appoint a special prosecutor to investigate governme...
Jun 18, 2026Open source
IDNR announces 2026 waterfowl blind drawings schedule
The Illinois waterfowl blind drawings sites and schedule for the 2026 season have been released.
Jun 18, 2026Open source
Severe weather prompts early closures across central Illinois
The Urbana City Hall will close early Wednesday due to the threat of severe weather.
Jun 18, 2026Open source
Law raising mandatory senior road test age takes effect in July
Illinois seniors, listen up. A state law taking effect July 1 will raise the mandatory driving test age from 79 to 87. This was one of the most popular plans...
Jun 18, 2026Open source
Illinois sees progress with construction
Windy with strong thunderstorms likely. Storms could contain tornadoes. High 76F. Winds SSW at 20 to 30 mph. Chance of rain 100%. 1 to 2 inches of rain expec...
Jun 18, 2026Open source
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A few clouds. A stray severe thunderstorm is possible. Low 63F. Winds W at 10 to 15 mph..
Jun 18, 2026Open source
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - Utility companies in central Illinois are preparing for Wednesday
Jun 18, 2026Open source
Watson woman undergoes groundbreaking procedure at Prairie Cardiovascular
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A 75-year-old woman from Watson who has suffered with atrial fibrillation (AFib) since she was a teenager is the first patient in Illin...
Jun 17, 2026Open source
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Downs is in Mclean County, Illinois.
Region: Central Illinois
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S. Illinois man federally convicted of unlawful gun making
A federal jury recently found a Harrisburg man guilty of five gun-related charges tied to what prosecutors described as a small-scale gun manufacturing opera...
Jun 18, 2026Open source
Illinois man charged with murder in connection with Lansing shooting death of Highland man
A Highland man was reportedly identified as the deceased victim of the shooting in Lansing, Illinois, that occurred earlier this month.
Jun 18, 2026Open source
Illinois lawmakers, stakeholders are ready for summer of data center negotiations
Illinois lawmakers, stakeholders are ready for summer of data center negotiations
Jun 18, 2026Open source
LIVE UPDATES: Latest warnings as severe weather impacts Central Illinois
Latest updates as severe weather impacts Central Illinois on June 17 with dangerous tornadoes, wind and hail.
Jun 18, 2026Open source
Tornado watch issued for Illinois, St. Louis with intense tornadoes possible
A tornado watch highlighting the chance of a few intense tornadoes has been issued for Central Illinois and St. Louis until 10 p.m.
Jun 18, 2026Open source
Two injured after scrap metal spills from semi on I-90: officials
Two people were injured after a crash involving a semi-truck carrying scrap metal on I-90 on Wednesday, according to Illinois State Police.
Jun 18, 2026Open source
Tornadoes reported in central Illinois, flooding occurs in Chicago suburbs
While forecasts had initially warned of the potential for devastating tornadoes in the Chicago area Wednesday, the threat evolved to the south of the city.
Jun 18, 2026Open source
Tornadoes reported in Illinois, Iowa as severe weather roils Midwest Confirmed tornadoes were reported in I...
Confirmed tornadoes were reported in Illinois and Iowa Wednesday as severe weather brought the risk of thunderstorms and prompted a flurry of tornado warning...
Jun 18, 2026Open source
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The Justice Department is suing Evanston, Illinois, to stop a first-of-its-kind reparations program that has handed out more than $5 million to Black residen...
Jun 18, 2026Open source
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