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12 hours ago

Faculty strike at University of Illinois Springfield continues into second week

Administration, union remain divided over salary increases.

12 hours ago

LLCC selects assistant to become head men’s basketball coach

Ben Kramer has been an assistant in the program for 15 years.

13 hours ago

Survey backs up concerns about data centers

Lawmakers hope to pass "POWER Act" before May 31 adjournment.

13 hours ago

Ford’s Theatre chair obtained by ALPLM

The chair was donated by a now-retired Wake Forest University dean who bought it at a charity auction in the 1980's.

14 hours ago

Volunteers in Moweaqua pack thousands of meals for families in Haiti

Over 200 people joined "Jamesly's Packathon" with the goal of packing over 50,000 meals.

15 hours ago

Chicago Sky land rising star Rickea Jackson from LA Sparks in a trade for Ariel Atkins

Jackson was the No. 4 pick in the 2024 WNBA draft and averaged 14.7 points, 3.2 rebounds and 1.7 assists last season.

16 hours ago

Already under financial pressure, Midwest soybean farmers are squeezed further by tariffs, Iran war

“Our biggest struggles are our inputs, be it fertilizer, seed, chemical, parts,” Bartek said.

16 hours ago

Mini gallery sparks major interest in Springfield neighborhood

Leary hopes the gallery also inspires others to explore their own creativity.

22 hours ago

Meeting the meteors

UI aerospace prof: moon could be our refuge if Earth is wiped out.

22 hours ago

HGOP: Keep voter registration discussions within the family, not at school

Bill named for the late Rev. Jesse Jackson passes House on party lines.

2 days ago

Taking a walk is just as good for your mind

The program is the first regional walking challenge organized by Memorial Health.

2 days ago

Kincaid residents concerned about lead levels in water

"It's not every house, and it's just a lot of old galvanized lines, old lines," Pezze said. "And the requirement from EPA was don't just send a letter to them people send it to everyone." 

2 days ago

Illinois star Wagler declares for NBA draft following historic freshman season

In the post, Wagler said Champaign will always hold a "special place" in his heart.

2 days ago

Illinois State Police graduates eight new troopers from Cadet Class 153

Eight new Illinois State Police troopers graduated Friday from Cadet Class 153, a lateral entry program for experienced officers, and will begin patrol duties across the state Sunday.

2 days ago

Student-led sports business conference brings industry leaders to campus

University of Illinois event highlights careers in athletics, media and analytics through panels and networking.

2 days ago

Illinois Department of Revenue warns of postal changes that could affect tax deadline

“If you’re mailing your return close to the deadline, consider requesting a manual postmark or allowing extra time for delivery,” Harris said.

2 days ago

Budzinski visits Decatur, warns of federal funding cuts to key programs

Her visit came amid growing concern over the White House’s proposed budget, which Budzinski said would eliminate funding for programs critical to the center’s operations.

2 days ago

Illinois House approves ban on junk fees, Pritzker’s abortion fund proposal

Measures expanding access to coupons, cash payments among 81 bills passed Thursday.

2 days ago

After Trump’s EPA’s reversal of landmark climate change ruling, what does it mean for Illinois?

Environmental organizations fear these changes could extend the lives of coal-fired power plants.

2 days ago

White Sox expand plans for giveaway of pope-themed hats

Pope Leo broke Vatican protocol by donning a White Sox cap last year.

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