Sports
Illinois Boosts Super Bowl Safety with Sober Driving and Seat Belt Campaigns
State police and transportation officials urge fans to plan ahead for safe rides home from Super Bowl parties.
Illinois Officials Urge Super Bowl Fans to Get Sober Ride Home
State transportation and law enforcement remind partygoers to plan ahead for safe travel after the big game.
Illinois Authorities Urge Safe Super Bowl Weekend
Increased patrols and enforcement to prevent impaired driving and ensure seat belt use
Lifestyle
Springfield's Wm. Vans Cafe rebrands as British restaurant
The award-winning coffee shop has merged with Trish and Mary's Public House under Conn Hospitality Group.
Land of Lincoln Honor Flight Seeks More Participants
Illinois veterans encouraged to sign up for upcoming flights to visit WWII Memorial in Washington, D.C.
Springfield Schools Seek Top Teacher, Administrator Nominations
Annual awards program accepting applications through February
Crime
Family Reacts to 20-Year Sentence for Sonya Massey's Killer
Supporters and family members hold press conference following conviction of Sean Grayson
Former Illinois Deputy Sentenced to 20 Years for Killing Sonya Massey
Shooting of Black woman who called 911 prompts reforms, $10 million settlement
Former Illinois Deputy Convicted of Killing Black Woman
Sean Grayson faces up to 20 years in prison for fatal shooting of Sonya Massey
Business
Illinois Treasurer Urges Residents to Check for Missing Money
National Unclaimed Property Day is this weekend, and Treasurer Frerichs encourages people to search for unclaimed funds.
Illinois Announces $3.6M in Grants for Local Food Infrastructure
Funds will support processing, aggregation, and distribution to boost local farmers and communities
Industry Leaders Address Battery Fire Risks at CDRA Conference
Representatives from CDRA, SWANA, NWRA and ReMA discuss detection, training and funding to combat battery-related fires in waste and recycling operations.
Politics
Conservative policy wonk says GOP needs to try something new to beat Pritzker in 2026
Dabrowski is making electability his central argument, pointing to Darren Bailey's decisive 2022 loss to Pritzker
Video Depicting Obamas as Apes Sparks Outrage, Calls to Celebrate Their Legacy
The White House responds to the offensive video, urging focus on more meaningful news for the public.
Illinois Considers Strict Open Burn Permits and Huge Fines
Proposed legislation would allow counties and cities to require permits and impose penalties up to $500,000 for violations.
