CPD officers shot • FBI illegal gambling raids • Rapper arrested
This week we cover a suspected cop killer’s courtroom outburst and a string of high-profile arrests ranging from Winnetka home invasions to a Joliet cockfi...
May 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 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
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
UIC scientists check tree cover, health on South Side during heat wave University of Illinois - Chicago sci...
University of Illinois - Chicago scientists took their lab work to the streets of the South Side during this week's heat wave, checking on tree cover an...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Jordan Spieth went full Jordan Spieth at the John Deere Classic
LinkSILVIS, ILLINOIS - JULY 02: Jordan Spieth of the United States plays his shot from the seventh tee during the first round of the John Deere Classic 2026...
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Sen. Duckworth heads to Japan to boost Illinois quantum, agriculture and housing
As both Sen. Tammy Duckworth and Gov. JB Pritzker continue to steer quantum expansion in the state, Duckworth plans to meet with Toshiba in Tokyo to push for...
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Illinois Senate president's campaign takes, then sheds $50,000 contribution from online casino group
The contribution to Friends of Don Harmon for State Senate from the parent company of the Modo website was recorded in January, a month before Illinois gambl...
Jul 2, 2026Open source
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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
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
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
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
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
Gov. JB Pritzker says Illinois Rep. Harry Benton should take Speaker Welch’s resignation call seriously
Gov. JB Pritzker did not say whether the investigative report that spurred Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch to call for state Rep. Harry Benton to resign or be...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Gov. JB Pritzker says he’s preparing for Supreme Court fight over assault weapons ban
Gov. JB Pritzker on Thursday said he’s working to ensure Illinois has help from top experts to defend its assault weapons ban, after the U.S. Supreme Court...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
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
Check out these 15 sites, state parks for summer camping fun in Illinois
Apart from swimming and festival-going, Illinois also offers opportunities to camp for those who are interested in outdoor summer adventure this summer.
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
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Region: Northern Illinois
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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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