Feb. 28, 2026

Lincoln Sisters Lead Team to Regional Basketball Title

Lily and Paisley Holmes combine for 20 points in victory over Mount Zion

Prairie Stars Fall Short Against William Jewell, 69-68

Illinois Springfield men's basketball team loses close game to William Jewell Cardinals

Illinois Springfield Women's Basketball Falls to Upper Iowa

Prairie Stars unable to hold fourth quarter lead in close conference matchup

Jefferson County Dispatcher Wins State Award

Grace Cole recognized for her role in a high-profile murder investigation

Springfield Firefighter Injured at Barn Blaze

Details remain limited on the incident and the firefighter's condition.

Family Reacts to 20-Year Sentence for Sonya Massey's Killer

Supporters and family members hold press conference following conviction of Sean Grayson

Taxpayers Could Face Millions in Cleanup Costs for Abandoned Oil and Gas Wells in Illinois

Study finds thousands of unplugged wells pose health and environmental risks, with the state potentially liable for over $1 billion in cleanup costs.

Illinois Erases $1.1B in Medical Debt

Medical debt relief letters are arriving for 500,000 Illinois residents

Illinois Unemployment 1099-G Tax Forms Now Available

IDES says forms for 2025 benefits can be accessed online or by mail.

Illinois Invests $680K to Strengthen Public Libraries

Grants will expand technology access and educational programming for students, while new security funding aims to keep libraries safe

Springfield Celebrates 5th Annual Black Children's Book Week

Event aims to highlight importance of representation in children's literature.

Lincoln Library Hosts Black Authors Book Club

Library's ongoing book club celebrates Black literature and experiences year-round

Illinois Secretary of State Criticizes Federal Moves on CDL Grants and Issuances

Giannoulias says federal actions disrupt trucking, supply chains, and the agriculture industry in Illinois

Illinois Lawmakers Approve New Auditor General

Christopher Meister to take over as head of Illinois Finance Authority

Carbondale Mayor Honored at Black History Month Celebration

Illinois State Treasurer awards Carolin Harvey for outstanding commitment as an elected official.