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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - The youngest juvenile arrested this year in Springfield was an 11-year-old boy charged with aggravated battery with the use of a weapon, and he’s not the
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In a case involving conflicting claims of jealousy and domestic violence, an Ellsworth woman has been sentenced to 17 years in prison for fatally shooting her husband.
Ma'leiah Bigelow, 16, Reported Missing In Oak Lawn
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'Cybersecurity incident' at online vendor cuts off access to course materials at UI, other universities
Just as finals are about to begin, a "cybersecurity incident" has struck the online learning service management system that counts as clients the University of Illinois and thousands of other
Illinois legislators gear up for final budget talks
Illinois lawmakers are making their voices heard about what should be included in the fiscal year 2027 budget that’s set to be approved by May 31.
What other new Illinois laws could be passed in Springfield this session?
While plenty of focus has been given to a bill aimed at keeping the Chicago Bears in Illinois, there is plenty of other legislation being mulled in Springfield.
Massive data breach affects schools using Canvas nationwide, including U of I, Illinois State
Is Canvas down? A massive data breach is affecting schools using Canvas nationwide, including U of I and Illinois State University.
Questions remain after closure of Decatur Area Habitat for Humanity services
Almost six months later, former residents, volunteers, employees and customers say they are left with unanswered questions about the organization
KC Finds closing Decatur location amid ongoing roof leak problems
Serving 150 vendors in Decatur, KC Finds is closing its doors on July 26. Store closing signs are already up on the front doors.
Sister Was 'Terrified' Of Orland Man Charged In Father's Slaying: Prosecutors
Ibrahim Kassem is charged in the April 29 death of father Samir, 77. A judge ordered him detained, calling the murder "particularly brutal."
Illinois legislators gear up for final budget talks
Illinois lawmakers are making their voices heard about what should be included in the fiscal year 2027 budget that’s set to be approved by May 31.
Illinois cities unveil rival housing plan to Gov. JB Pritzker’s sweeping zoning plan
The Illinois Municipal League’s proposal is the most organized resistance yet to Pritzker's sweeping "middle housing" plan that would require municipalities statewide to allow denser housing.
Canvas outage hits Northwestern, University of Chicago, U of I A nationwide Canvas outage has been reported...
A nationwide Canvas outage has been reported, and is impacting schools in the Chicago area, including Northwestern University, the University of Chicago, UIC and the University of Illinois.
Hundreds gather at the State Capitol to remember officers killed in the line of duty
Law enforcement officers from across Illinois gathered in Springfield Thursday to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty during the annual Illinois Peace Officers Memorial
University of Illinois impacted by ongoing Canvas cybersecurity threat
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is one of thousands of institutions impacted by an ongoing cybersecurity threat involving Canvas.
World’s largest train to make 2 stops in QCA on tour across America
The train will make a stop in both Grand Mound, Iowa and Sterling, Illinois on June 2.
New SNAP certification rules for retailers could hurt small corner stores With tens of thousands of people...
With tens of thousands of people in Illinois already losing their SNAP benefits due to new stricter eligibility rules that went into effect this month, it could also soon get tougher for stores to get cer...
Wilmington Thief Driving Expensive Stolen Vehicle At Excessive Speeds Lands In Will Co. Jail: Prosecutors
The incident in question happened in Wilmington along both Zilm Road and River Road.
Joliet Murder Defendant Freed By Judge After SAFE-T-Act Hearing Reveals His Defense Strategy For July's Trial
In October 2024, Joliet police arrested Kendrick Pullen, who hails from Chicago, following the east-side house slaying along Wenborg Street.
World’s largest train to make 2 stops in QCA on tour across America
The train will make a stop in both Grand Mound, Iowa and Sterling, Illinois on June 2.
Oak Brook Cop Had 'Inappropriate Relationships' With Female Employees: Village
He is accused of harassment and leaving his post without permission, according to an investigation.
He Threatend Bel-Air Motel Staff, Claiming He Had Handgun: Joliet Police File Charges Against Kevin Crosby
Kevin Crosby, age 37, has been charged with aggravated robbery and burglary. He is no stranger to the Joliet Police force.
Illinois Wesleyan University graduates 338 Titans
Illinois Wesleyan University commencement was on Sunday, May 3 in the Shirk Center.
IL House committee approves bill allowing not-for-profit fire departments to receive state grants
A plan moving in the Illinois House could allow not-for-profit fire departments to receive state grant funding.