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It's been 32 years since Decatur Realtor Sherry Lewis was found murdered inside a vacant Decatur home. Her family said the pain has never faded, and neither has their determination to see someone held accountable. Read more32 years after Sherry Lewis' murder, family says fight for justice continues

Man arrested in hit-and-run that injured Ameren worker granted pretrial release

A Decatur man accused of hitting an Ameren worker with his vehicle and driving away has been granted pretrial release. Read moreMan arrested in hit-and-run that injured Ameren worker granted pretrial release

2 more teens charged with murder in Champaign shooting

Two more people have been charged with murder for their roles in a shooting that killed a 16-year-old in Champaign last month. Read more2 more teens charged with murder in Champaign shooting

Decatur teenager accused of killing father, denied pretrial release

A Decatur 18-year-old arrested after a deadly Decatur shooting in January was denied pre-trial release. Read moreDecatur teenager accused of killing father, denied pretrial release

Woman charged with the murder of 19-month-old girl found guilty

A woman charged with the murder of her then-boyfriend's 19-month-old daughter was found guilty, according to Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul. Read moreWoman charged with the murder of 19-month-old girl found guilty

Arrest made in hit-and-run crash that left Ameren worker severely injured

Macon County law enforcement has arrested a driver who they said hit a man with their vehicle and then drove away. Read moreArrest made in hit-and-run crash that left Ameren worker severely injured

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Zakai Zeigler challenges NCAA's new 5-season model in court fight over eligibility

Lawyers for former Tennessee basketball player Zakai Zeigler have filed an amended lawsuit over his eligibility. The new complaint uses the NCAA’s recent sweeping changes to its eligibility rules to bolster Zeigler's case challenging the previous policy of limiting athletes to four seasons i… Read moreZakai Zeigler challenges NCAA's new 5-season model in court fight over eligibility

Clay Holmes says he is looking forward to pitching in front of the Cubs' stellar defense

Clay Holmes is looking forward to pitching in front of all those Gold Glove winners on the Chicago Cubs. Holmes is joining a new-look staff in Chicago after the Cubs bolstered their rotation and bullpen ahead of Monday’s trade deadline. The veteran right-hander and Kevin Gausman, who was acq… Read moreClay Holmes says he is looking forward to pitching in front of the Cubs' stellar defense

Pac-12, Mountain West conferences finalize settlement over `poaching' and exit fees

The Pac-12 and Mountain West conferences have finalized a settlement over “poaching” and exit fees. The two conferences announced that all sides have reached final agreements to settle all pending litigation. The statement included Boise State, Colorado State, Utah State and The Board of Tru… Read morePac-12, Mountain West conferences finalize settlement over `poaching' and exit fees

Illinois Wesleyan coach hosts girls basketball camp in Maroa

A former Illinois State basketball standout is now coaching the next generation of players this week at the Ballers Performance Club in Maroa. Read moreIllinois Wesleyan coach hosts girls basketball camp in Maroa

Illinois opens up fall camp ahead of 2026 campaign

Illinois football officially opened their Fall camp for the 2026 season Monday night. Read moreIllinois opens up fall camp ahead of 2026 campaign

Chicago Bears right tackle Darnell Wright lands 4-year, $116 million contract, AP source says

Standout right tackle Darnell Wright has agreed to lucrative contract extension with the Chicago Bears. A person familiar with negotiations says Wright has agreed to a four-year, $116 million contract. The deal includes $93 million guaranteed. The person spoke on condition of anonymity becau… Read moreChicago Bears right tackle Darnell Wright lands 4-year, $116 million contract, AP source says