Arrests made in Lake Mattoon death investigation
LAKE MATTOON – Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation arrested two suspects as part of a death investigation after human remains we...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
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Two charged after severed arm with Packers tattoo found in Illinois lake, police say
A severed arm with a distinctive Green Bay Packers tattoo led investigators to identify a Plainfield man whose remains were recovered from Lake Mattoon, and...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
2 face charges, including dismemberment, after human remains found in Lake Mattoon
Two people were arrested in connection to the human remains that were found floating in a downstate Illinois Lake earlier this week, police said.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
2 charged in connection to human remains found in Lake Mattoon Illinois State Police said two people have b...
Illinois State Police said two people have been arrested in connection to the remains of a Plainfield man that were found in Lake Mattoon in June.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Lake Mattoon's north end, marina and beach reopen
MATTOON — The Lake Mattoon Marina has reported that both its facility and the north end of the lake have reopened after being closed for more than two days...
Jul 2, 2026Open source
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Ald. Samantha Nugent: Let’s invest in Illinois’ cultural institutions that tell our story
By protecting and spotlighting Illinois cultural institutions, we help the world see Illinois while ensuring these stories remain accessible.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Editorial: Will the Bulls and White Sox drop their penny-pinching ways with billionaires now in play?
Illinois' richest resident, Lukas Walton, is now a minority owner of the Bulls. With billionaire Justin Ishbia set to take ownership of the White Sox in comi...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Illinois Rep. Harry Benton resigns after investigation into conduct Speaker Welch called ‘outrageous’
Illinois state Rep. Harry Benton, a Democrat from Plainfield, resigned from the Illinois General Assembly following a monthslong investigation into his conduct.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Illinois Rep. Harry Benton resigns after ethics investigation, reports say
State Rep. Harry Benton has resigned from the Illinois House, according to Capitol News Illinois.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Illinois State Rep. Harry Benton submits letter of resignation, House confirms
Illinois State Rep. Harry Benton has submitted his letter of resignation, officially leaving his position Friday.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Plainfield state Rep. Harry Benton resigns amid allegations of misconduct
State Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, stepped down two days after Legislative Inspector General Mike McCuskey completed an investigation into the unspecifie...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Pritzker issues disaster proclamation for storm-ravaged counties, including Warren where train derailed
Gov. JB Pritzker issued a state disaster proclamation for 11 Illinois counties following a record-breaking year of severe weather and tornadoes.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Severed arm found floating in lake, victim identified
Illinois State Police have identified a severed arm found floating in a lake by boaters.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Mid Illinois Gymnasts Shine at Nationals in Madison
Mid Illinois Gymnastics in Godfrey earned podium finishes at nationals in Madison, Wis., led by Joseph Elliott and Ellie McKenney.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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Reducing water loss is a key requirement by the Illinois Department Of Natural Resources before the city can connect water lines to complete the $224.4 milli...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
IL House Speaker announces Rep. Harry Benton's resignation following ethics investigation
Illinois House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch announced Friday that Rep. Harry Benton has resigned following the results of an ethics investigation into sexua...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Post 346 goes 2-0 Friday at Danville tourney
Ian Samm got the win for Wayne Newton Post 346 Friday at a tournament in Danville, Illinois as Post 346 defeated Triple Crown Elite 12-1 in five innings.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Illinois officials remind residents, cities of penalties for using illegal fireworks
Illinois officials remind residents, cities of penalties for using illegal fireworks
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Central Illinois speaks up: Letters to the editor for the week of Jul. 3, 2026
Following Donald Trump’s State of the Union address, I think it’s vitality important that we all recall Trump ordering the Republican Party to not pass t...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
27 free fireworks shows to see in Central Illinois
Here's where to catch a fireworks show this weekend as Central Illinois celebrates Independence Day.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
CTA Yellow Line evacuated after downed tree causes derailment in Evanston CTA Yellow Line passengers were f...
CTA Yellow Line passengers were forced to evacuate after a downed tree caused a derailment in Evanston, Illinois, during storms on Thursday night.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Chicago area on Friday With severe storms on the way, some Illinois co...
Severe thunderstorms could impact the start of Fourth of July celebrations Friday as they roll through the Chicago area, bringing lightning and torrential do...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
July 2 recap: Central Illinois news you may have missed today
Planning to celebrate July 4? Bloomington-Normal police say know the fireworks laws, drive sober and put safety first this holiday weekend.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
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Ald. Samantha Nugent: Let’s invest in Illinois’ cultural institutions that tell our story
By protecting and spotlighting Illinois cultural institutions, we help the world see Illinois while ensuring these stories remain accessible.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Editorial: Will the Bulls and White Sox drop their penny-pinching ways with billionaires now in play?
Illinois' richest resident, Lukas Walton, is now a minority owner of the Bulls. With billionaire Justin Ishbia set to take ownership of the White Sox in comi...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Illinois Rep. Harry Benton resigns after investigation into conduct Speaker Welch called ‘outrageous’
Illinois state Rep. Harry Benton, a Democrat from Plainfield, resigned from the Illinois General Assembly following a monthslong investigation into his conduct.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Illinois Rep. Harry Benton resigns after ethics investigation, reports say
State Rep. Harry Benton has resigned from the Illinois House, according to Capitol News Illinois.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Illinois State Rep. Harry Benton submits letter of resignation, House confirms
Illinois State Rep. Harry Benton has submitted his letter of resignation, officially leaving his position Friday.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Plainfield state Rep. Harry Benton resigns amid allegations of misconduct
State Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, stepped down two days after Legislative Inspector General Mike McCuskey completed an investigation into the unspecifie...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Pritzker issues disaster proclamation for storm-ravaged counties, including Warren where train derailed
Gov. JB Pritzker issued a state disaster proclamation for 11 Illinois counties following a record-breaking year of severe weather and tornadoes.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Severed arm found floating in lake, victim identified
Illinois State Police have identified a severed arm found floating in a lake by boaters.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Mid Illinois Gymnasts Shine at Nationals in Madison
Mid Illinois Gymnastics in Godfrey earned podium finishes at nationals in Madison, Wis., led by Joseph Elliott and Ellie McKenney.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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