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The nationwide "No Kings" movement is returning to the streets of Illinois Saturday, with millions of Americans expected to participate. The follow-up rally was orchestrated in response to recent ...

It connected the Great Lakes to the Gulf, fueled Chicago’s rise, and powered America’s economy. But after a century of dominance, the Illinois Central was absorbed, erased, and almost forgotten Mike ...

One of the most powerful lawmakers in Illinois' history begins his federal prison term Monday. Michael Madigan, a Chicago Democrat who holds the title of the longest-serving legislative leader in U.S.

The governor’s office now projects a $267 million deficit for the current fiscal year 2026 budget. Corporate tax cuts enacted at the federal level, combined with tariffs and declining consumer ...

For many families in Central Illinois, having two incomes creates financial flexibility. Yet, it can also introduce complexity. With a workforce made up of educators, health care professionals, and ...

CHICAGO (AP) — National Guard troops sent to Illinois by President Donald Trump can stay in the state and under federal control, but can’t be deployed to protect federal property or go on patrol for ...

CHAMPAIGN — Barstool Sports president Dave Portnoy is back in Illinois this weekend, and he's brought his "One Bite" pizza reviews to one of the area's most popular chains: Monical's. "El Presidente" ...

A federal appeals court ruled Saturday the National Guard troops in Illinois can remain under federal control but can’t be deployed as the appeals process continues in the ongoing showdown between the ...

THUMB UP! To a successful community food drive. The loss of a job. A medical emergency. Whatever the tipping point, the potential for a food crisis is growing for many. In Macon County, officials ...

ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (KWQC) - Illinois’s new transportation plan has $309 million set aside to build a new Centennial Bridge across the Mississippi River. Iowa would share equally in the cost. The plans ...

Tensions and tempers were turned up a notch in the Lewis and Clark Community College men's 2-1 soccer win over rival Illinois Central College Tuesday at Glazebrook Park. A total of 17 cards - ...