A survey of Illinois educators reveals a significant disparity in how they interpret a state law’s requirement to teach high school students a “unit of instruction” on media literacy.

A Back-to-School event at the Career Academies of Decatur's Barbering Academy will include a free shampoo and haircut for students.

First responders have complained more equipment and manpower are needed to handle emergencies in the wake of beach-related improvements the state has made.

The 2025 Farm Progress Show will be held August 26–28, 2025, in Decatur, Illinois. With hundreds of exhibitors, this event is the largest outdoor agricultural show in the nation.

QUINCY — State Senator Jil Tracy (R-Quincy) is encouraging residents of the 50th district to take advantage of her Free Constituent Resource Card, which provides complimentary access to more than a ...

These Illinois river towns are perfect medicine for a busy mind and tired spirit. Whether you’re watching barges on the Mississippi, strolling historic streets, or simply sitting by the water, these ...

Illinois State Police and SIUE students identified 3 victims of serial killer Maury Travis using DNA and helped solve a 14-year cold case.

Mayor thrilled to be publicly and hilariously mocked by comedy royalty By: Joyanne Pursaga Posted: 6:37 PM CDT Monday, Jul. 21, 2025 ...

Hemp has become the subject of heated debate in Illinois and other states as the plant has been increasingly used to create synthetic products with intoxicating compounds that are not regulated by ...

Good Morning, Illini Nation: Some thoughts on the 2026 NBA Draft Could multiple Illinois players get drafted again next summer?

The Central Illinois Emergency Expo, a free event from 4 to 7 p.m. on July 23 at the Shoppes at Grand Prairie, allows people of all ages to meet emergency responders and interact with their equipme… ...

Illinois employers can generally require employees to provide a doctor’s note to excuse sick time, in some cases, if the employee has missed more than three consecutive days of work.