CEFCU Invests in Clean Air, Healthy Lungs

Leading Illinois Credit Union sponsors the Fight For Air Climb

12 Tornadoes Reported In Illinois: National Weather Service

12 tornadoes were reported in central Illinois Saturday and are under investigation.

Inmate's Death In 'Altercation' With Prison Staff Ruled Homicide

Larry Earvin died from blunt trauma to the chest and abdomen and sustained 15 rib fractures.

Mike Madigan Supports J.B. Pritzker's Tax, Marijuana Plans

The governor-elect cut a $2 million check to the speaker's political committee last week, bringing his total contributions to $7 million.

IL Lawmakers Probe Questionable Lincoln Artifact Purchase

Lawmakers met Tuesday with the Abraham Lincoln museum foundation reps to discuss a poorly researched stovepipe hat purchase.

Pritkzer Plans To Live In Governor's Mansion, Appear With Rauner

The present and future governors, both donors to efforts to restore the 163-year-old home, will celebrate Illinois' 200th birthday together.

Online Voting Offers False: Illinois Election Board

U.S. voters can't cast their ballots online, and the state election board is warning about campaigns and content making that claim.

Red Roof Expands Red Collection with Opening of State House Inn

The newest property is located in the heart of Springfield, Illinois

Illinois AG Candidate Once Said Harassment Leads To Promiscuity

Former Miss America Erika Harold said in 2002 that many victims of sexual harassment "become very promiscuous."

10 Years of Stepping Springfield Stairs for Air

Launch Party Kicks Off Milestone Fight For Air Climb

Thank You for Increasing Alzheimer’s Research Funding

A big thanks to Representative, Rodney Davis, and Senator, Dick Durbin for taking the critical action to help fund Alzheimer’s research.

Rauner Still Anti-Recreational Weed, But Willing To 'Study Idea'

The governor's feelings on recreational marijuana use still differ from medical marijuana use.

Rauner: Kavanaugh Allegations 'Very Credible'

The governor said an investigation should be completed before the SCOTUS nominee is confirmed.

Uber To Pay $148M After Not Telling Passengers Of Data Breach

Instead of reporting it, Uber hid evidence of the theft and paid ransom to ensure the data wouldn't be misused.

Illinois Unemployment Rate Matches Record Low

State's unemployment rate down .2 percent from July.

Illinois Anti-Harassment Panel Releases Report, Recommendations

The panel was formed to examine sexual harassment in Illinois politics and provide a road map for preventing it in the future.

Rauner Vetoes Wage Gap, Salary History Bill

In a statement, Rauner said with changes the bill would have his approval.

Obituary: Charles E. Murphy

He will be remembered as a kind and creative person, never at a loss for projects or schemes, that kept his siblings curious and bemused.

Illinois Awarded Nearly $44 Million In Fight Against Opioids

Illinois gets nearly $44 million after HHS awards more than $1 billion across the U.S. to help fight the national opioid crisis.

3 Killed In Explosive Head-On Crash On I-39 Near Hudson

Crews were on scene for hours as traffic was rerouted through Hudson.

Springfield Resident Graduates from WGU Missouri

Celebration was held honoring all 2018 WGU Missouri graduates; Director of Supplier Diversity for Express-Scripts gave the graduate address

Diocese Removes Illinois Priest Accused Of DUI, Stealing Funds

Diocese of Springfield shares letter regarding the removal of Father Barry J. Harmon.

Humbled Rauner Admits Errors, Pleads For 2nd Term

Rauner acknowledged that the budget mess was "painful" and kept him up nights "worrying about the disruption that many families experienced.

Gov. Rauner, Others Sign Pledge Supporting Term Limits

The term limits being supported are eight years for Illinois legislators.

Governor Vetoes $40,000 Minimum Salary For Teachers

The governor blocked a bill that would have increased salaries for full-time teachers, calling it an unfunded mandate.

Athletico Applauds IL Bill for Direct Access to Physical Therapy

Patients no longer need prescription for PT treatment in Illinois

Backlash Over Illinois HS Dance Team's 'Provocative' Photos

School officials are angry over 'provocative' photos in what was supposed to be a promotional photo shoot done in a positive light.

'Most Important' Governor's Race Heats Up At Illinois State Fair

The fall campaign kicked off unofficially this week with appearances from Gov. Bruce Rauner and challenger J.B. Pritzker in Springfield.

Texting And Driving Penalties Get Tougher In Illinois

Starting next July, a first texting and driving offense will be a moving violation.

IL Suicide Prevention Advocates Sound Alarm on Crisis Calls Surge

In last 6 months of 2017, IL's 7 crisis call centers could answer only 27% of 32,675 calls from Illinois residents that poured in.

Joe Biden Cancels IL State Fair Event Under 'Doctor's Orders'

The former vice president, 75, was slated to be a keynote speaker at the Illinois Democrats County Chairs’ Association brunch.

Fire Safety Group Offers Family Day Event for Burn Survivors

Free Family Day Event at Springfield F.D. and Lincoln Museum for Burn Survivors and Their Families

Parrot Predicament: Belleville Fire Crews Rescue Man, Pet Bird

Belleville Fire Department crews rescue man and the pet parrot perched on his back from a muddy situation.

Butter Cow Blunder: 'Bicentennial' Misspelled On State Fair Cow

Report said Butter Cow sculptor feels terrible, very sorry about misspelling.

Butter Cow Makes IL State Fair Debut With Nod To Bicentennial

Butter Cow was sculpted by Sarah Pratt for third year in a row.

New At This Year's Illinois State Fair

This year's carnival rides will include the state fair’s first-ever roller coaster.

Rauner Signs Bill Allowing Medical Marijuana In Schools

The bill was inspired by an 11-year-girl who battles epilepsy.

Rauner Among Least Popular Governors In America: Poll

A new quarterly polls ranks the most and least popular governors in America.

Poll: Illinois Voters Back More Money for Mental Health Care

Majorities of Illinois voters support increased state funding for both mental health and addiction treatment services.

U.S. Cellular Wins Fifth Straight J.D. Power Award

U.S. Cellular wins fifth straight J.D. Power Award for Highest Network Quality Performance