Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, other leaders press lawmakers for more funding
Johnson said Gov. JB Pritzker’s proposal to keep the portion for the Local Government Distributive Fund flat would cost Chicago $12 million next year.
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Towie star Jake Hall tragically dies aged 35 after ‘smashing into glass door’
TOWIE star Jake Hall, 35, was tragically found by police at a Spanish holiday villa with fatal head wounds. Officers said inquiries focused on the theory of a tragic accident where the 6ft 4ins reality telev...
Poll finds Illinois residents think funding for a new Bears stadium should be limited
The findings showed that passions for keeping the Bears in Illinois ran much higher in the Chicago area than downstate.
What to do in Chicago: Peso Pluma, ‘Stars on Ice’ and a family day at the MCA
Around the area this weekend, concerts by Peso Pluma and Disclosure, family events at the MCA and Chicago Theatre, and a workout designed to feel like a dance party.
The Bright Side: Driscoll celebrates restored Memorial Hall with a "hootenanny"
What’s the best way to celebrate the restoration of a historic community space? In Driscoll, the answer was a good old-fashioned "hootenanny" -- with live music, food and small-town memories.
North Dakota oil technology could aid geothermal energy development
North Dakota researchers believe fracking technology could be the key to introducing geothermal energy to the state’s electrical grid, but cautioned there are still many unknowns about its feasibility.
Memorial grows for Mass. State Police trooper killed in crash with wrong-way driver
Flowers and tributes are growing for Trooper Kevin Trainor after the Route 1 crash that killed him and a wrong-way driver.
U mad, bro?: Penguins’ playoff exit, departing superstars, expanding NFL schedule have readers in a twist
The Pittsburgh Penguins lost to the Philadelphia Flyers in the NHL playoffs. The NFL might mess with its schedule. Evgeni Malkin could leave Pittsburgh. Andrew McCutchen is grumpy about how he left the Pirat...
Westmoreland man arrested in alleged check fraud scheme to purchase $400K in vehicles and equipment
A Westmoreland County man who was sentenced to probation in 2023 for posing as a wealthy homebuyer is behind bars after state police said he used a check fraud scheme in an effort to get $401,000 worth of ve...
Opinion | Carney has two energy strategies — and there’s not enough room for both
Canada is now subsidizing the same industry it has long urged the rest of the world to abandon.
‘Shocked and saddened’: Virat Kohli mourns death of former teammate Amanpreet Singh Gill
Cricket News: NEW DELHI: India and Royal Challengers Bengaluru batting star Virat Kohli led tributes for former Punjab cricketer Amanpreet Singh Gill after the ex-I.
Celebrate all things bacon at Indiana Bacon Festival in Delphi
Get ready to sizzle! The 13th annual Indiana Bacon Festival, presented by Indiana Packers Corporation, is set to return to Delphi on August 22, promising a day filled with delicious
Galveston bridge to reopen mid June, per INDOT
Pushed up against traffic control signs that block motorists from going much further, the Fast Lane Foods and Phillips 66 gas station in Galveston has gone nearly a year with
Logansport's Gibson signs with Manchester University
Olivia Gibson helped turn the Logansport girls wrestling team into one of the best teams in the state in just its second year of existence.
Vote for Royal Center girl, 9, in Junior Ranger competition
A 9-year-old girl from Royal Center is currently in second place in her group in the National Wildlife Federation’s Junior Ranger competition.
Jefferson City celebrates local government week with luncheon
A statewide initiative to recognize local government and its employees has cities across Missouri treating their employees to lunch or hosting pie-eating contests.
State’s April revenue collections down by 10 percent
Missouri state government announced that net general revenue collections for April 2026 are down by 10.7 percent compared to April 2025, from $1.43 billion last year to $1.28 billion this year.
Drone restrictions bill loaded with amendments in Missouri House
A bill to prohibit low-flying drones over power plants, pipelines and other infrastructure transformed into wide-ranging public safety legislation Tuesday as the Missouri House added 47 amendments over nearl...
Jefferson City baseball snaps losing skid, sweeps Capital City
The Jefferson City Jays entered Wednesday’s baseball doubleheader against the Capital City Cavaliers on a five-game losing streak. They snapped the streak, earning a pair of Central Missouri Activities Con...
‘City Coffee’ spotlights street repair budget
The city doesn't adequately fund its street repair projects by almost $3 million, according to the Jefferson City public works director.
Cole County officials, CART operator set sights on growth, local businesses
In the Capital Area Rail Terminal's first year of operation, the majority of loads moving through the rail spur and trans-load facility belonged to Capital Logistics, which owns and administers the facility...
JCAC seniors celebrate their accomplishments
The audience at the Miller Performing Arts Center erupted in cheers Wednesday night as this year's Jefferson City Academic Center seniors entered the room.
Local teen starts landscape and lawn company
Last year, 17-year-old Jamarion Common was helping a friend’s father with lawncare when an idea began to hatch in his mind.
Today in Chicago History: The Sue who discovered ‘Sue’ the T. rex gets honorary degree from UIC
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on May 7, according to the Tribune's archives.