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1 week ago
Gun rights groups ask U.S. Supreme Court to overturn Cook County assault weapons ban
Case seeks to overturn recent ruling by 7th Circuit Court of Appeals.
1 week ago
MLB hitters swinging at first pitches at highest rate since 1988
While there are some pitches missing from the data before the 2000 season, the percentage for each of the last two years is the highest such number since it was 32.6% in 1988.
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Chicago is in the Trump administration’s sights for its next immigration crackdown
The Trump administration asked the military this week for use of the Naval Station Great Lakes, north of Chicago, to support immigration enforcement.
2 weeks ago
Man accused in 2023 death of Springfield activist arrested in Mexico
No details yet on when Calixto might be extradited back to Springfield.
2 weeks ago
State treasurer makes record-breaking investment earnings for state
$1.57 billion in investment earnings, $997 million for "Illinois Funds."
2 weeks ago
Taylorville man sent to prison for abusing disabled teen, violating probation
Because of the guilty plea, James Eiskant was re-sentenced in two other cases as well.
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Guard not needed in Chicago, Pritzker tells AP during tour of city to counter Trump’s crime claims
Trump and Pritzker, eyed as a possible 2028 presidential contender, have traded insults for days over a supposed plan that could deploy the National Guard to Chicago and Baltimore, as the administration has done in Los Angeles and Washington, D.C.
2 weeks ago
Trump administration asks military base outside Chicago for support on immigration operations
Details about the administration's plans for Chicago remain scarce.
2 weeks ago
Sycamore Partners finishes deal to take drugstore chain Walgreens private
Walgreens had announced in March that it agreed to be acquired by Sycamore Partners in a deal valued at around $10 billion.
2 weeks ago
Hundreds of police departments use camera company accused of breaking state law, Springfield included
Giannoulias alleges Flock Safety improperly shared data with federal border officials.
2 weeks ago
Park Board approves transfer of Robin Roberts Stadium back to city
The Lucky Horseshoes want to be able to add things like storm drainage and artificial turf, so, they say, more games and more events can be held at the stadium.
2 weeks ago
Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying suspects in damage, theft at Lake Springfield Marina
Gas tanks among other things were stolen from the marina.
2 weeks ago
More Abe Lincoln photos added to Presidential Library/Museum’s online collection, many dealing with his assassination
Also included are scenes from the places Honest Abe has lived.
2 weeks ago
Man convicted of attempted murder of Illinois State Trooper in Springfield
Christobal Santana can now be sent to Chicago for a murder trial there.
2 weeks ago
UIS Men’s Soccer ranked 8th in GLVC coaches’ poll for Fall 2025 season
This preseason ranking positions the Prairie Stars on track for a GLVC Tournament berth, which would mark their ninth consecutive appearance.
2 weeks ago
UIS Men’s Cross Country positioned third in GLVC preseason poll
The GLVC preseason coaches' poll is a significant indicator of how teams are perceived within the conference, providing insight into the competitive landscape ahead of the season.
2 weeks ago
UIS Women’s Cross Country ranked 3rd in GLVC preseason poll
In the 2024 season, UIS achieved a fourth-place finish at the GLVC Championship and placed 13th at the NCAA Division II Midwest Regional.
2 weeks ago
Democratic governors look to derail Trump’s plan to send National Guard to Chicago and other cities
Pritzker aides agreed Democrats have a chance to emphasize public safety policy choices.
2 weeks ago
Trump’s threat to deploy troops to Chicago sparks fear and defiance in a city on edge
Trump has long singled out Chicago, making it a recurring theme on the campaign trail in both 2016 and 2024.
2 weeks ago
DCFS timeline in foster child’s death reveals 10 caseworkers, but no credible findings of abuse
Illinois Department of Children and Family Services had refused to make details public.
