There will be no class Friday for Jacksonville Middle School due to an active crime scene near the school. Read moreJacksonville Middle cancels class due to standoff involving ISP SWAT team near school
Scattered storms exit through the morning. Mild temperatures hang around through the weekend. Read moreA rainy and mild start to the day
Champaign County placed a year-long pause to any new large data center projects Thursday. Read moreChampaign County approves 12-month moratorium on data centers
New data from Illinois REALTORS shows statewide home sales and prices were up in March, while total inventory saw a decline year-over-year. Read moreNew data shows central Illinois housing market remains steady
A now former Rochester High School teacher is being investigated for possibly having a sexual relationship with a student. Read moreFormer Rochester High School teacher accused of sexual relationship with student
Here is the updated list of players selected by the Bears in the 2026 NFL draft. Read moreChicago Bears 2026 NFL draft picks: Live tracker and updates
U.S. President Donald Trump says he has ordered the U.S. military to “shoot and kill” small Iranian boats that deploy mines to choke traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. Trump’s post on social media Thursday came shortly after the U.S. military seized another tanker associated with the smuggling of Iranian oil. That ratcheted up a standoff with Tehran over the strait through which 20% of all crude oil and natural gas traded passes. The Defense Department released video footage of U.S. forces on the deck of the oil tanker Majestic X, which was seized in the Indian Ocean. Trump also announced that a ceasefire in Lebanon would be extended by three weeks. Read moreTrump orders US military to 'shoot and kill' Iranian small boats choking Strait of Hormuz
Students at Decatur Public Schools are getting an early lesson in money management thanks to a partnership with Land of Lincoln Credit Union and the district. Read moreLand of Lincoln Credit Union helps Decatur students build strong financial futures
Police say one person died and five more were wounded after a shooting inside the food court at the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge. Police have described it as a confrontation between two groups. Authorities had initially said as many as 10 people were injured, but the number was changed a few hours after the shooting. Lafayette Parish officials say at least three of the victims were high school seniors from a local school. Baton Rouge Police Chief TJ Morse says five people have been arrested, and there is no ongoing threat to the public. The chief has appealed to witnesses to provide any video of the shooting. Read moreExchange of gunfire inside Mall of Louisiana leaves 1 person dead and 5 wounded
State representatives left Springfield Thursday without passing a plan for a millionaire tax constitutional amendment question. Read moreIL House Dems fail to move millionaire tax constitutional amendment, question won't appear on November ballot
There will be no class Friday for Jacksonville Middle School due to an active crime scene near the school. Read moreJacksonville Middle cancels class due to standoff involving ISP SWAT team near school
Scattered storms exit through the morning. Mild temperatures hang around through the weekend. Read moreA rainy and mild start to the day
Champaign County placed a year-long pause to any new large data center projects Thursday. Read moreChampaign County approves 12-month moratorium on data centers
New data from Illinois REALTORS shows statewide home sales and prices were up in March, while total inventory saw a decline year-over-year. Read moreNew data shows central Illinois housing market remains steady
A now former Rochester High School teacher is being investigated for possibly having a sexual relationship with a student. Read moreFormer Rochester High School teacher accused of sexual relationship with student
Here is the updated list of players selected by the Bears in the 2026 NFL draft. Read moreChicago Bears 2026 NFL draft picks: Live tracker and updates
U.S. President Donald Trump says he has ordered the U.S. military to “shoot and kill” small Iranian boats that deploy mines to choke traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. Trump’s post on social media Thursday came shortly after the U.S. military seized another tanker associated with the smuggling of Iranian oil. That ratcheted up a standoff with Tehran over the strait through which 20% of all crude oil and natural gas traded passes. The Defense Department released video footage of U.S. forces on the deck of the oil tanker Majestic X, which was seized in the Indian Ocean. Trump also announced that a ceasefire in Lebanon would be extended by three weeks. Read moreTrump orders US military to 'shoot and kill' Iranian small boats choking Strait of Hormuz
Students at Decatur Public Schools are getting an early lesson in money management thanks to a partnership with Land of Lincoln Credit Union and the district. Read moreLand of Lincoln Credit Union helps Decatur students build strong financial futures
Police say one person died and five more were wounded after a shooting inside the food court at the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge. Police have described it as a confrontation between two groups. Authorities had initially said as many as 10 people were injured, but the number was changed a few hours after the shooting. Lafayette Parish officials say at least three of the victims were high school seniors from a local school. Baton Rouge Police Chief TJ Morse says five people have been arrested, and there is no ongoing threat to the public. The chief has appealed to witnesses to provide any video of the shooting. Read moreExchange of gunfire inside Mall of Louisiana leaves 1 person dead and 5 wounded
State representatives left Springfield Thursday without passing a plan for a millionaire tax constitutional amendment question. Read moreIL House Dems fail to move millionaire tax constitutional amendment, question won't appear on November ballot
Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) has introduced legislation in Congress to increase funding for agriculture research. Read moreBill introduced in Illinois would increase USDA research funding
The City of Champaign is informing the community of upcoming temporary road closures ahead of the Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon Race Weekend. Read moreChampaign announces road closures for Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon Race Weekend
Students from across the state brought their special projects and inventions to Springfield to demonstrate the importance of afterschool and out-of-school-time programs. Read moreIL students bring special projects, inventions to 2026 STEM Showcase
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is changing the way you reserve campsites when setting up at state parks. Read moreIDNR to improve campsite reservation system for state parks
The 2026 Teen Academy will take place on Friday, Aug. 7, where students will participate in interactive sessions on the digital and physical world led by FBI officials. Read moreFBI Springfield opens applications to local high schoolers for 2026 Teen Academy
Illinois Rep. Regan Deering and the Macon County Farm Bureau will partner for a free shred event and diaper drive. Read moreDecatur residents invited to shred documents, donate diapers at free event
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University of Illinois Springfield researcher and assistant professor of ecohydrology Kyle Blount is tackling research regarding environmental equity and impacts in cities. Read moreSTEM Minute | A UIS professor researching water, heat, and the impacts on cities
A pastor in Urbana is holding what she calls "upscale AA meetings" for those struggling with addictions or people who feel "stuck in life." Read moreUrbana pastor holding 'upscale AA meetings'
The Free Smoke Alarm Program is designed to help make sure every home is equipped with working smoke alarms. Read moreDanville Fire Department providing free smoke alarms to families in need
The village of Mahomet is considering a $15 increase to the water and sewer bills of their customers to help offset operational costs. Read moreVillage of Mahomet to vote on $15 increase to water and sewer bills
Governor JB Pritzker announced a film production tax credit Wednesday aimed at promoting environmentally sustainable film and television production. Read moreGovernor Pritzker launches film production tax credit to promote sustainable film making
The Macon County Conservation District is hosting a free volunteer workday to remove invasive bush honeysuckle at the Griswold Conservation Area in Blue Mound. Read moreMacon Co. Conservation District hosting volunteer day to remove invasive bush honeysuckle
