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The end … and the beginning

Massey Commission members agree: the real work is ahead.

Supporters of Sonya Massey rally Monday afternoon outside the Peoria County Courthouse, at Main and Jefferson Streets.

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Prosecution, defense rest in Sean Grayson murder trial; closing arguments Tuesday

2nd Degree Murder is now a possible conviction for the jury in the Sean Grayson trial.

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Serbian point guard receives eligibility approval for the 2025-26 season after NCAA review

Petrovic joins Illinois after a successful stint in Europe.

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The 1887 law that powers modern agricultural science at U of I

As ACES continues to evolve, its mission is to provide science-backed solutions to the world’s pressing challenges.

State Rep. Margaret Croke talks to reporters outside the Illinois State Board of Elections building in Springfield on Monday, Oct. 27, as she waits to file her petitions to run for comptroller. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki) State Rep. Margaret Croke talks to reporters outside the Illinois State Board of Elections building in Springfield on Monday, Oct. 27, as she waits to file her petitions to run for comptroller. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

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Gov. JB Pritzker and lieutenant governor candidate Christian Mitchell prepare to file nominating petitions at the Illinois State Board of Elections building in Springfield on Monday, Oct. 27. Between them is Cook County Republican Party Chair Aaron Del Mar, who is running for lieutenant governor on the GOP ticket alongside former state Sen. Darren Bailey. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki) Gov. JB Pritzker and lieutenant governor candidate Christian Mitchell prepare to file nominating petitions at the Illinois State Board of Elections building in Springfield on Monday, Oct. 27. Between them is Cook County Republican Party Chair Aaron Del Mar, who is running for lieutenant governor on the GOP ticket alongside former state Sen. Darren Bailey. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

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Crowded Dem primaries, GOP field for governor take shape as candidates file for office

GOP primary for governor remains in flux after tragedy hits Darren Bailey’s family.

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The quest to be first…on the ballot

Monday was the first day for candidates to file their petitions for March 17 primary.

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UIS professor: ICE is “messaging”

Geras comments on 2026 election.

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Decatur man jailed on murder charges for shooting death of teen

Two search warrants led to the arrest of the suspect.

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Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino ordered to testify in federal court

Judge asked to order many immigrants released from detention to electronic monitoring.

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Judge rules immigration detention of Chicago man with daughter battling cancer is illegal

Torres' attorney took the ruling as a win — for now.

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Illini falters in 42–25 loss to Washington

Turnovers and missed stops doom Illinois as Huskies rack up nearly 450 yards in road defeat.

A rally was held Wednesday afternoon outside the Peoria County Courthouse, organized by supporters of Sonya Massey's family.

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Family of Sonya Massey speaks out as Week 1 of the Sean Grayson Murder Trial ends

“The love we have for each other is what gets us through."

A small group of rally-goers were outside the Peoria County Courthouse Friday afternoon.

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Expert in Sean Grayson trial: Helpful, or a ‘self-licking ice cream cone’?

Another expert witness spent all day on the witness stand. And, rally-goers are met with a popular Lee Greenwood song.

A standoff unfolded Thursday in the University of Illinois' Campustown area.

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UPDATE: Eight detained, three arrested after SWAT standoff in U of I’s Campustown area

Police say incident began as sexual assault investigation at vacant home scheduled for demolition; area now secure, investigation ongoing.

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New clinic brings specialized eating disorder treatment to central Illinois

Champaign native and therapist opens region’s only eating disorder-focused center outside Chicago.

The Michael A. Bilandic Building, pictured in spring 2024, houses the offices of the Illinois Commerce Commission. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)

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Natural gas rate increases likely for Ameren, Nicor customers next year

Proposed regulatory decision cuts companies’ requests, but still recommends increasing bills.

Members of Darren Bailey's son's family.

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UPDATE: 4 family members of Illinois governor candidate killed in Montana helicopter crash, campaign says

The couple's third child was not on the helicopter.

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The end … and the beginning

Prosecution, defense rest in Sean Grayson murder trial; closing arguments Tuesday

Serbian point guard receives eligibility approval for the 2025-26 season after NCAA review

The 1887 law that powers modern agricultural science at U of I

State rep., comptroller candidate’s ICE disclosures draw threats from DOJ

Crowded Dem primaries, GOP field for governor take shape as candidates file for office

Mr. T, Hall of Famer

The quest to be first…on the ballot

UIS professor: ICE is “messaging”

IHSA Football playoffs — seedings and pairings

Decatur man jailed on murder charges for shooting death of teen

Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino ordered to testify in federal court

Judge rules immigration detention of Chicago man with daughter battling cancer is illegal

Illini falters in 42–25 loss to Washington

Family of Sonya Massey speaks out as Week 1 of the Sean Grayson Murder Trial ends

Expert in Sean Grayson trial: Helpful, or a ‘self-licking ice cream cone’?

UPDATE: Eight detained, three arrested after SWAT standoff in U of I’s Campustown area

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