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Cleveland State men fall to Illinois State, 79-68, in CBI championship

Illinois State defeated Cleveland State, 79-68, in the championship game of the CBI tournament March 26 in Daytona Beach, Fla. The Vikings (23-13) were within five points at 54-49 with 10:21

Illinois woman missing since 1983 found in Toyota Celica pulled from Fox River

Karen was 23 years old when she was last seen attending a party with coworkers at a bar in the early hours of April 16, 1983. Neither Karen nor her 1980 Toyota Celica was seen again until now.

Illinois elections 2025: Key referendums to watch on your ballot

While voters choose local leaders in the upcoming consolidated election, there are a good number of referendums on Illinois ballots as well.

New poll shows most in Illinois want more funding for public schools

The annual report from the state’s largest teachers’ union comes after President Trump’s move to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education.

Trump administration cuts $28 million in Illinois mental health and substance abuse programs

No explanation was given to the state, but the Illinois cuts are part of $12 billion in federal grants that the Department of Health and Human Services canceled this week. The Illinois Department of Human Services was notified on Monday that $28 million in funds would be immediately canceled.

Shane Beamer quotes Anchorman in reflecting on Cheez-It Bowl dust-up vs. Illinois

The viral moment of the 2024-25 bowl season did, indeed, escalate quickly. Those who bemoaned the death of bowl season in the 12-team Playoff era clearly didn't see the Citrus Bowl coming. The game had just about everything.

Illinois State to play WNIT Super 16 game at IWU and Kristen Gillespie gets 5-year extension

The WNIT has announced the Redbirds will play Abeline Christian in the Super 16 round on Thursday. The game will be played at Shirk Center in Bloomington.

Voters narrow field to Top 8 Coolest Products Made in Illinois in Makers Madness contest

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) – The sixth annual " Makers Madness " contest is down to the Top 8. Nearly 100,000 votes were cast this round, narrowing the field in the competition to find The Coolest Thing Made in Illinois. The bracket-style tournament is hosted by the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association.

After public pressure, Illinois commits $8M to repair deteriorating site where Lincoln launched political career

PETERSBURG — Nearly a century after the Civil Conservation Corps reconstructed the once-thriving village of New Salem where Abraham Lincoln spent his 20s working odd jobs, studying law and winning his first election, the historic site just northwest of Springfield has fallen into disrepair.

Illinois law ups retaliation protections for nursing home patients

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed a new bill into law that enhances retaliation protections for nursing home residents, Fox 32 Chicago reported March 25. Under the new law, facilities must notify residents of their rights and how to make complaints annually.

Custom Bottle Labels: Elevating Your Product's Appeal

A well-crafted label with clear, high-quality design speaks volumes.

Does AI Trader Outperform Human Traders In The Long Run?

Does AI trader outperform human trader in the long run?

March Madness: Kentucky beats Illinois to return to Sweet 16 for first time since 2019

Kentucky's back in the Sweet 16 behind a big game from Koby Brea and will join John Calipari in the NCAA tournament's second weekend.

Kentucky vs Illinois score today: UK basketball March Madness game updates, highlights

It's Kentucky vs Illinois in an NCAA Tournament second round game. Follow for live UK basketball score and March Madness game updates from Milwaukee.

In federal suit, Illinois diocese says state ‘human rights’ law violates religious freedom

The Diocese of Springfield in Illinois is arguing in federal court that a state “human rights” law is infringing upon its freedoms of religion and speech.

How gutting the U.S. Education Department impacts Illinois schools and universities

President Trump signed an order on Thursday calling for the Education Department to close and he has slashed staff by half. He’s also targeting DEI in higher education and research funding.

Illinois city ranks among top 5 for first-time homebuyers

The report, released by ConsumerAffairs, analyzed America's 150 largest cities by 11 different metrics to compile the list

Illinois vs. Xavier Livestream: How to Watch the March Madness Game Online

Illinois is facing off against Xavier during the first round of the NCAA Tournament. We found all of the ways to watch the game online without cable.

Illinois' NCAA Tournament stay will be brief if first-year standouts don't bring A-plus effort

Kasparas Jakucionis, Will Riley and Tomislav Ivisic are in the spotlight like never before. It starts Friday night against Xavier in Milwaukee.

Illinois prepares to take on Xavier in 1st round of March Madness tournament

Getting to practice Thursday was really the first taste of March Madness for a lot of the young Illinois freshman players. They have not been completely whole and healthy for most of the season, so they believe their best basketball is ahead.

Illinois Fighting Illini vs. Xavier Musketeers: March Madness First Round live stream, TV channel, start time, odds

Get a Illinois vs Xavier NCAA basketball March Madness First Round how to watch, tv channel, betting preview, spread and over/under insights on March

How to watch Illinois vs. Xavier in Men's March Madness: Time, TV channel, streaming

Everything you need to know in order to watch Illinois vs. Xavier in the First Round of the 2025 Men's NCAA Tournament including TV channel, streaming

Gov. JB Pritzker’s Illinois Democratic Party targets Richard Irvin as he seeks third term as Aurora mayor

Incumbent Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin, a GOP governor candidate in 2022, is facing reelection opposition from Illinois Democrats led by Gov. JB Pritzker.

Illinois' Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site to Receive $8 Million Upgrade from Rebuild Illinois Capital Plan

Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site will receive an $8 million upgrade for refurbishing buildings and the outdoor theater, funded by Illinois' Rebuild Illinois capital plan.

Illinois Lawmakers Advance Bills to Strengthen Fight Against Human Trafficking

Illinois House lawmakers are promoting bills to aid human trafficking victims, modifying prosecution timelines and offender registration.

How to buy Illinois vs. Xavier men's March Madness basketball tickets

Want to see Illinois vs. Xavier in person? Tickets for the matchup between Illinois and Xavier are still available.

Dispensary 33's weed shops are first in Illinois to be fully employee-owned

The dispensary’s two stores in Uptown and West Loop, along with its partnered Spark’d stores in the city and suburbs, have sold its business to a trust fully owned by its roughly 200 employees.

How to watch Xavier vs. Illinois: Odds, storylines for men’s NCAA Tournament matchup

Illinois got perhaps the slightly tougher matchup between Xavier and Texas, who played for the No. 11 spot in the Midwest on Wednesday. Xavier put Texas away 86-80 and now faces a team in the Fighting Illini that,

How to watch Western Illinois vs. Lipscomb in WNIT basketball: Time, TV channel, streaming

Everything you need to know in order to watch Western Illinois vs. Lipscomb women's NIT basketball on March 20 including TV channel, streaming and

Illinois AG Raoul backs veterans claiming they were denied GI Bill benefits, despite Supreme Court ruling

The high court ruled last year in the landmark Rudisill case that veterans could get up to 48 months of college benefits under two different GI Bills.

Arizona driver accused of murdering Illinois trucking company owner

Josif Suclea, 52, of Scottsdale, Arizona, was charged with first-degree murder in the death of ATG Truckload owner Dane Koteski. Koteski, 46, was killed at the offices of his trucking company in Crestwood, Illinois, on March 5, authorities said.

A full NCAA Tournament Preview for the Illinois Fighting Illini

Illinois has made the NCAA Tournament five straight seasons. And would've been six if not for COVID-19 cancelling the 2020 invitional.However, after tasting th

Illinois’ Community Colleges See Nearly 9% Spike in Spring Enrollment

There was significant growth in several enrollment categories, including a nearly 20% increase in students enrolled in dual credit programs, which allow high school students to earn college credits.

Illinois homeschool bill passes

The brilliant and beloved physical comedian, Lenny Schultz has died at the age of 91. The news was confirmed by his son, Mark Schultz, according The Hollywood Reporter. A frequent guest on late night shows in the 1970s and 1980s, Schultz was a pioneer among a crop of comedians ...