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Illinois Republicans didn’t mention former President Donald Trump in their speeches. “Why is it always about Donald Trump?” state House Republican Leader Tony McCombie asked reporters. “Let’s talk about Illinois.”

Prosecutors have used a monthslong wiretap of Michael Madigan confidant Michael McClain’s phone to make their case that Tim Mapes lied in 2021 and tried to block the feds’ aggressive investigation of Madigan and McClain.

The designation of the Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument is a healing step in honoring Black history, but much more must be done.

Draconian laws banning trans care are forcing some families to flee to more progressive states

With new daily flights from London Heathrow to Portland, it’s worth a trip to this feel-good Oregon city that’s jam-packed with stories and trivia about Homer and co, writes Mike MacEacheran

After Missouri House Minority Leader Crystal Quade launched her Democratic campaign for governor this week by emphasizing a humble early life that included becoming the first person in her family to graduate high school, Republican Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe took to social media to highlight his own upbringing by a…

The Hall of Fame guard has made a selection for his presenter in Springfield, and his choice may surprise you.

He will oversee stations in Champaign, Springfield, and Decatur, Illinois market

Joins Sinclair as he takes over stations in central Illinois