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State Rep. Jessica Dixon Heitman, D-Plainfield, is sworn in after being appointed to complete the term of ex-Rep. Harry Benton and replace him on the November ballot. (Photo courtesy of the Will County Democratic Party)

2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local

Jessica Dixon Heitman appointed to ex-Rep. Harry Benton’s seat

Granddaughter of late U.S. Sen. Alan Dixon is choice of local Democratic Party insiders.

Republican lieutenant governor nominee Aaron Del Mar speaks inside the Illinois Capitol on July 20, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Campbell)

2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local

Bailey seeks to classify any organization receiving $10K in state grants as a ‘public body’

Move would subject those orgs to open meetings, FOIA laws; Pritzker campaign calls it a stunt that would hurt small nonprofits.

2 weeks ago in Sports

NFL training camps set to open with 10 new head coaches, several QB changes and plenty of hope

The countdown is over. NFL training camp has arrived. Every team is 0-0 so there's hope in each city that this season ends with a championship parade.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Stephen Curry to have a dedicated exhibit at the Basketball Hall of Fame, a 1st for an active player

Stephen Curry is headed to the Hall of Fame, making more basketball history with a first-of-its-kind exhibit for an active player. Stephen Curry: Beyond the Arc is set to open Friday, celebrating the career of a two-time MVP and the NBA's career leader in 3-pointers.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Kaylee Hottle, deaf ‘Godzilla’ actor, killed in car crash at 18

Kaylee Hottle, a deaf actor best known for her starring role in two "Godzilla" films, died in a car crash in Maryland early Tuesday morning, the Frederick County Sheriff's Office said. She was 18.

2 weeks ago in Trending, World

Louvre reopens Apollo Gallery after a brazen heist, but no jewels are on display

The Louvre's Apollo gallery on Wednesday reopened to the public for the first time since 88 million euros ($102 million) worth of crown jewels were stolen in a dramatic daytime heist.

2 weeks ago in World

Congo’s Ebola outbreak has killed nearly 1,000 people

At least 999 people have died from the Ebola outbreak in Congo, according to official data published overnight into Wednesday, a grim toll in what's already been declared the fastest Ebola outbreak in history.

Wrigley Field in Chicago

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Cubs reliever Trent Thornton hoping to avoid IL after he was struck on heel by comebacker

“I got very lucky,” he said. “Definitely a lot of positive signs today.”

Scholarship money

2 weeks ago in Business, Education, IL State News, Local, National

Illinois leaders urge governor to opt into federal scholarship tax credit program before 2027 launch

The Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Program, signed into law last year, allows individual taxpayers to receive a dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit of up to $1,700 annually for donations made to qualified Scholarship Granting Organizations (SGOs).

2 weeks ago in Business, Education, IL State News, Local, National

Federal student loan changes add hurdles for borrowers, parents

The SAVE plan, a Biden-era program that offered lower monthly student loan repayments, has also ended. Borrowers who were enrolled must choose a new repayment plan.

Blue translucent geometric block resting on a white swirled surface with circular reflective discs nearby (decorative image)

2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local

IL adopts ‘blue envelope’ program

It's a way to communicate between autistic drivers and police.

"Y Block" in downtown Springfield

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local

Springfield City Council approves transferring ‘Y Block’ to state

The plan includes the building of an amphitheater.

Microscopic view of a stained slide showing red blood cells among blue-stained tissue cells.

2 weeks ago in Agriculture, Farm, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local

8 cases of cyclosporasis confirmed in Sangamon County

408 cases are reported statewide according to the Illinois Department of Public Health.

Terry Nydegger, middle

2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local

New Berlin chief of police killed in car accident in Wisconsin

Nydegger had been on the village board since 1983, served as a medic for the SWAT team, served on the Sangamon County dive team, and was constantly giving back to the community.

Screenshot taken from body camera video of an Illinois State Police trooper who captured the fatal shooting Rachel Tarrence by another trooper on Jan. 4, 2026, in the drive-thru window of an East St. Louis liquor store. (Photo from ISP website)

2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, National

Prosecutors decline to charge Illinois State Police trooper in fatal shooting of mother of 3

The ruling comes after a 6-month investigation into whether the use of force was lawful.

Not long after sunset, visitors will find thousands of stars popping out of the heavens in the Galaxy Loop of the Dark Forest Trail in the Middle Park Forest Preserve. (Medill Illinois News Bureau photo by Julia Levy)

2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National

‘Surreal’: Illinois’ only International Dark Sky Place attracts tourists worldwide

The legislature in recent years has taken steps to limit light pollution.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Bedard says Carlsson’s offer sheet had no effect on his thinking for Blackhawks contract

“I’ve said (it) so much and it’s not anything fake. Chicago’s really, you know, the only place I want to play,” Bedard said.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

White Sox catcher Kyle Teel helped off field with left ankle injury and IL stint is likely

Teel has played just 19 games this season because of hamstring and knee injuries.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Cubs activate Taillon and place Maton back on the IL with right knee tendinitis

Taillon pitched 4 1/3 innings of four-run ball in an 8-6 loss to the Detroit Tigers in 10 innings during the opener of a three-game series.

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1 day ago in Entertainment

Leonardo DiCaprio and Jeff Bezos lead $200M project to save 100 of globe’s most threatened species

Foundations funded and co-founded by Leonardo DiCaprio and Jeff Bezos have launched an initiative committing $200 million to revive 100 of Earth's most threatened species, including endangered lemurs, salamanders, pangolins, pigs and echidnas.