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Illinois continues first-in-the-nation free test prep program

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No injuries after shots fired near Decatur restaurant

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1 arrested after police chase in Decatur

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One person was arrested after a police chase in Decatur Sunday. Read more1 arrested after police chase in Decatur

Illinois Product Expo showcases local businesses from across the state

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From homemade sauces and baked goods to organic skin care products, the Illinois Product Expo showcased local businesses from across the state Sunday. Read moreIllinois Product Expo showcases local businesses from across the state

Man dead after evening shooting in Springfield

Updated Mar 7, 2026

A 31-year-old Springfield man is dead after being shot Friday night. Read moreMan dead after evening shooting in Springfield

1 dead after house fire in Vermilion County

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Police chief, all officers resign from Moweaqua Police Department

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Previously destroyed Future Champions Sports Complex rebuilt in time for new season

Updated Mar 6, 2026

Nearly nine months after a tornado destroyed multiple fields and the restaurant at Future Champions Sports Complex, the owners have rebuilt and are getting ready for t… Read morePreviously destroyed Future Champions Sports Complex rebuilt in time for new season

Russia has provided Iran with information that can help Tehran strike US military, AP sources say

Updated Mar 6, 2026

Russia has provided Iran with information that could help Tehran strike American warships, aircraft and other assets in the region. That's according to two officials f… Read moreRussia has provided Iran with information that can help Tehran strike US military, AP sources say

Grayson hearing to reconsider murder sentence rescheduled

Updated Mar 6, 2026

Former Sangamon County Sheriff's Deputy Sean Grayson is serving a 20 year sentence for the police killing of Sonya Massey inside her Springfield home in 2024. Read moreGrayson hearing to reconsider murder sentence rescheduled

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Ameren to upgrade nearly 6 miles of natural gas pipeline in Decatur

Updated Mar 6, 2026

Ameren will upgrade nearly six miles of natural gas pipeline throughout Decatur this year. Read moreAmeren to upgrade nearly 6 miles of natural gas pipeline in Decatur

Rural communities face growing maternal healthcare shortage

Updated Mar 5, 2026

For many families living in central Illinois, the closest maternity unit is hours away. There are many barriers to healthcare access in rural communities that impact p… Read moreRural communities face growing maternal healthcare shortage

UI System purchases Chicago building for Discovery Partners Institute headquarters

Updated Mar 5, 2026

The University of Illinois System announced that it purchased a building in downtown Chicago for the permanent headquarters of UIUC's Discovery Partners Institute. Read moreUI System purchases Chicago building for Discovery Partners Institute headquarters

St. Patrick Catholic school in Springfield announces closure, creation of scholarship program

Updated Mar 5, 2026

After over a century of being open, St. Patrick Catholic School in Springfield is getting ready to close its doors. Read moreSt. Patrick Catholic school in Springfield announces closure, creation of scholarship program

TCCI educates and trains Richland students in clean energy skills

Updated Mar 5, 2026

The program equips Richland students with the technical skills and real-world experience needed to fill Illinois’ growing clean energy and industrial workforce. Read moreTCCI educates and trains Richland students in clean energy skills

Lake Decatur water levels rising amid recent rainfall

Updated Mar 5, 2026

The ongoing drought means weeks of lake levels dropping across central Illinois, but the recent rain has been good news. Read moreLake Decatur water levels rising amid recent rainfall

Champaign County group seeks community feedback on plan to end homelessness

Updated Mar 5, 2026

A Champaign County group is seeking community feedback to help eliminate homelessness in Champaign. Read moreChampaign County group seeks community feedback on plan to end homelessness

Decatur exhibit shares the story behind more than 2,000 works by Karen Shiman

Updated Mar 5, 2026

An upcoming art exhibit at the Decatur Area Arts Council will highlight the life and legacy of a woman whose creativity, adventure and dedication to giving back left a… Read moreDecatur exhibit shares the story behind more than 2,000 works by Karen Shiman

Car catches fire, damages home in Effingham

Updated Mar 5, 2026

A home was damaged after a car caught fire in Effingham Thursday morning. Read moreCar catches fire, damages home in Effingham

Rodney Atkins, Joe Nichols set to take the Devon stage this summer

Updated Mar 6, 2026

Country artists Joe Nichols and Rodney Atkins will perform at the Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater this summer. Read moreRodney Atkins, Joe Nichols set to take the Devon stage this summer

Citizens Utility Board backs bill to protect customers from bad energy deals

Updated Mar 4, 2026

The Citizens Utility Board and IL Rep. Kimberly du Buclet advocated for a bill to help Illinoisans avoid bad energy deals. Read moreCitizens Utility Board backs bill to protect customers from bad energy deals

Moweaqua village leaders continuing to work on fixing budget shortfall

Updated Mar 4, 2026

The Village of Moweaqua is trying to claw out of debt after learning the budget is in the red. Read moreMoweaqua village leaders continuing to work on fixing budget shortfall

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Hygiene pantry to open in Champaign County, providing free hygiene items to all

Updated Mar 4, 2026

The East Central Illinois chapter of the Coalition of Labor Union Women will open a hygiene pantry on March 5, hoping to fill the gaps that SNAP benefits cannot fill. Read moreHygiene pantry to open in Champaign County, providing free hygiene items to all

Douglas County revives D.A.R.E. program in local schools

Updated Mar 4, 2026

A longtime drug prevention program has made a comeback in Douglas County schools, with law enforcement and educators hoping it will help students make better choices b… Read moreDouglas County revives D.A.R.E. program in local schools

Judge rules companies are entitled to refunds for Trump tariffs overturned by the Supreme Court

Updated Mar 4, 2026

In a defeat for the Trump administration, a federal judge in New York ruled Wednesday that companies that paid tariffs struck down last month by Supreme Court are due … Read moreJudge rules companies are entitled to refunds for Trump tariffs overturned by the Supreme Court

Teen injured in Champaign shooting that prompted lockdown of Parkland extended campus

Updated Mar 4, 2026

A teen was injured in a Champaign shooting that prompted a lockdown of Parkland College's extended campus on Wednesday. Read moreTeen injured in Champaign shooting that prompted lockdown of Parkland extended campus

Small Shop Stroll cancelled due to participation struggle

Updated Mar 4, 2026

An event planned to encourage customers to shop local has been cancelled. Read moreSmall Shop Stroll cancelled due to participation struggle

Illinois State Museum to celebrate U.S. Route 66's 100th anniversary with virtual experience

Updated Mar 4, 2026

The Illinois State Museum will have a new virtual experience coming this month. This months session will focus on the Centennial Speaker Series "Route 66 at 100 - An A… Read moreIllinois State Museum to celebrate U.S. Route 66's 100th anniversary with virtual experience

Rare dress on display for first time in 15 years at ALPLM

Updated Mar 5, 2026

A rare dress is on display for the first time in over a decade in Springfield. Read moreRare dress on display for first time in 15 years at ALPLM

Urbana nonprofit receives award to protect children from sexual abuse

Updated Mar 4, 2026

An Urbana non-profit received an award to help protect children from sexual abuse. Read moreUrbana nonprofit receives award to protect children from sexual abuse

Springfield increases fines for animal cruelty, fighting offenses

Updated Mar 4, 2026

The Springfield City Council approved changes to the city's animal cruelty and animal fighting ordinances Tuesday night. Read moreSpringfield increases fines for animal cruelty, fighting offenses

Free colon cancer screening kits available at upcoming Memorial Health drive-thru events

Updated Mar 4, 2026

Memorial Health will give out free take-home colon cancer screening tests at several upcoming drive-thru events throughout central Illinois. Read moreFree colon cancer screening kits available at upcoming Memorial Health drive-thru events

Decatur Jersey Mike's announces opening day, fundraiser with Macon Resources Inc.

Updated Mar 4, 2026

An opening day is officially set for the new Jersey Mike's coming to Decatur, and the chain will partner with a local non-profit during its opening week. Read moreDecatur Jersey Mike's announces opening day, fundraiser with Macon Resources Inc.

Gov. Pritzker asks State Department to give evacuation plans for U.S. citizens in the Middle East

Updated Mar 4, 2026

Governor JB Pritzker is pressing U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Assistant Secretary for Consular Affairs Mora Namdar to take federal action to protect U.S. ci… Read moreGov. Pritzker asks State Department to give evacuation plans for U.S. citizens in the Middle East

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