There have been roughly 600 exonerations since 1989, but current laws have led to inconsistent and inadequate compensation for exonerees. Read morePritzker signs bill improving compensation for exonerees
Infections from the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora are surging, with 2026 already the nation's worst year for reported cases. More than 30 states have reported infections this year, and current data from them shows the number of infections surpassing the record U.S. mark of about 4,700 set in 2019. The illness is not usually life threatening and is typically treated with antibiotics. Health officials have not yet definitively identified the source of the infections. But in Michigan — where more than 3,300 cases have been reported — officials say early information points to lettuce or salad greens as a possible culprit. Read moreAs cyclospora illnesses surge to a record, Michigan officials eye lettuce as a possible cause
The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District has identified someone associated with Edison Middle School who has contagious tuberculosis. Read moreTuberculosis exposure at Champaign school under investigation
A 16-year-old was shot and killed in a shooting in Decatur Monday night. Read more16-year-old shot and killed in Decatur
As temperatures rise, cities and counties across central Illinois have resources for people and families looking to get out of the heat. Read moreWhere to find cooling centers in central Illinois
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster has named Darline Graham Nordone as her late brother, Lindsey Graham’s, temporary replacement in the U.S. Senate. Graham died at age 71 over the weekend. Nordone will serve the remaining months of his term, which ends in January. Senate Majority Leader John Thune says Nordone will be sworn in Tuesday afternoon. A special election next month will determine the new Republican nominee for Graham’s seat. The open seat has sparked interest among South Carolina's conservatives. A special primary election is scheduled for Aug. 11, with a runoff on Aug. 25 if needed. The general election will take place on Nov. 3. Read moreDarline Graham Nordone, sister of Lindsey Graham, chosen to fulfill remainder of his US Senate term
Sunny skies and hot temperatures will dominate for the next few days. Feels-like temperatures will push 100 degrees today through Saturday. Read moreDangerous heat takes over for the rest of the week
The Urbana City Council approved a plan Monday night to build a new apartment complex on West Main Street. Read moreUrbana City Council approves new apartment complex plan
The Nokomis City Council decided Monday night to keep its police department open for now. Read moreNokomis City Council elects to keep police department open
As of July 13, Illinois had 194 reported cases of cyclospora. Local doctors say Illinois is among the top states affected by a cyclosporiasis outbreak this season. Read moreCyclosporiasis outbreak: Local doctors urge produce safety
There have been roughly 600 exonerations since 1989, but current laws have led to inconsistent and inadequate compensation for exonerees. Read morePritzker signs bill improving compensation for exonerees
Infections from the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora are surging, with 2026 already the nation's worst year for reported cases. More than 30 states have reported infections this year, and current data from them shows the number of infections surpassing the record U.S. mark of about 4,700 set in 2019. The illness is not usually life threatening and is typically treated with antibiotics. Health officials have not yet definitively identified the source of the infections. But in Michigan — where more than 3,300 cases have been reported — officials say early information points to lettuce or salad greens as a possible culprit. Read moreAs cyclospora illnesses surge to a record, Michigan officials eye lettuce as a possible cause
The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District has identified someone associated with Edison Middle School who has contagious tuberculosis. Read moreTuberculosis exposure at Champaign school under investigation
A 16-year-old was shot and killed in a shooting in Decatur Monday night. Read more16-year-old shot and killed in Decatur
As temperatures rise, cities and counties across central Illinois have resources for people and families looking to get out of the heat. Read moreWhere to find cooling centers in central Illinois
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster has named Darline Graham Nordone as her late brother, Lindsey Graham’s, temporary replacement in the U.S. Senate. Graham died at age 71 over the weekend. Nordone will serve the remaining months of his term, which ends in January. Senate Majority Leader John Thune says Nordone will be sworn in Tuesday afternoon. A special election next month will determine the new Republican nominee for Graham’s seat. The open seat has sparked interest among South Carolina's conservatives. A special primary election is scheduled for Aug. 11, with a runoff on Aug. 25 if needed. The general election will take place on Nov. 3. Read moreDarline Graham Nordone, sister of Lindsey Graham, chosen to fulfill remainder of his US Senate term
Sunny skies and hot temperatures will dominate for the next few days. Feels-like temperatures will push 100 degrees today through Saturday. Read moreDangerous heat takes over for the rest of the week
The Urbana City Council approved a plan Monday night to build a new apartment complex on West Main Street. Read moreUrbana City Council approves new apartment complex plan
The Nokomis City Council decided Monday night to keep its police department open for now. Read moreNokomis City Council elects to keep police department open
As of July 13, Illinois had 194 reported cases of cyclospora. Local doctors say Illinois is among the top states affected by a cyclosporiasis outbreak this season. Read moreCyclosporiasis outbreak: Local doctors urge produce safety
Sunshine Supplies for Teachers will host several supply drives in July, helping teachers stock up on materials ahead of the school year. Read moreSunshine Supplies to host supply drives to support local teachers
Macon County residents spoke at the county board meeting Thursday night to weigh in on the potential for a data center ordinance in the area. Read moreMacon County residents speak on potential data center ordinance
The Department of the Air Force hosted a public meeting in Rantoul Wednesday to update the community about efforts to remove forever chemicals at the former Chanute Air Force Base. Read moreAir Force discusses next steps to address Chanute PFAS contamination
The black and gold bumblebee became the official Illinois state bee Wednesday. Read moreBlack and gold bumblebee named Illinois state bee
A naturalization ceremony welcomed new American citizens in Urbana on Thursday, days before the nation's birthday. Read moreNearly 60 new American citizens welcomed during Urbana naturalization ceremony
HVAC experts say a few maintenance steps can help keep your home cool and even save you from an expensive repair. Read moreHow to avoid costly AC repairs during the extreme heat
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As temperatures rise, cities and counties across central Illinois have resources for people and families looking to get out of the heat. Read moreWhere to find cooling centers in central Illinois
The July Step Up Vermilion County community meeting is set for Friday. Read moreJuly Step Up Vermilion County meeting planned for Friday
Mattoon Restaurant Week is set for August 3 through 9. Read moreMattoon Restaurant Week planned for Aug. 3-9
Black Lives Matter Springfield marked its 10-year anniversary Saturday afternoon. The organization hosted a block party to celebrate. Read moreBlack Lives Matter Springfield celebrates 10-year anniversary with block party
Just in time for the debut of college football's largest videoboard, Illinois Athletics will host a FamILLy Movie Night next month at Gies Memorial Stadium. Read moreIllinois Athletics to debut new videoboard at FamILLy Movie Night
The Champaign police and fire departments will be holding joint training exercises next week at The High School of St. Thomas More. Read moreChampaign first responders to hold joint training at The High School of St. Thomas More
