High Schoolers Push Capitol for Drug Abuse Prevention Action
Dozens of Illinois high school students descended on the state Capitol recently to advocate for…
High Schoolers Push Capitol for Drug Abuse Prevention Action
Dozens of Illinois high school students descended on the state Capitol recently to advocate for stronger drug abuse prevention programs, according to Capitol News Illinois. The students, representing schools across…
House Dems Remove Rep. Harry Benton from Caucus
State Rep. Harry Benton has been booted from the House Democratic caucus, according to Capitol News Illinois, marking an unusual move within the chamber. The removal reflects tensions over leadership…
Illinois Soybean Farmers Seek Relief Amid Trade Uncertainty
According to Capitol News Illinois, Illinois soybean farmers are cautiously welcoming recent federal aid packages, but remain wary about longer-term trade policy impacts. With China and other major markets continuing…
Lung Cancer Screening Rates Alarmingly Low Despite High Mortality
A new study highlights a critical issue in the United States: despite lung cancer being the deadliest form of cancer, screening rates remain abysmally low among those at high risk….
McLean County Government Weekly News Roundup – November 23, 2025
Here’s your weekly roundup of news from McLean County, IL: Featuring 16 stories from mcleancountyil.gov 1. Open Bids & RFPs | McLean County, IL – Official Website 2026 Behvioral Health…
Decatur City Weekly News Roundup – November 23, 2025
Here’s your weekly roundup of news from Decatur, IL: Featuring 14 stories from decaturil.gov 1. City Budget | Decatur, IL 2026 Budget 2026 Annual Budget (PDF) 2025 Budget 2025 Budget-in-Brief…
Peoria Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Armed Robbery with Machete
Rufus Sanders, 61, was sentenced to 25 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections after being convicted of armed robbery at a Peoria Dollar General store. DNA evidence played a…
Illinois Drought Worsens: Extreme Dryness Spreads Across State
Springfield, IL – The latest U.S. Drought Monitor update reveals a significant expansion of extreme drought across central Illinois, with severe dryness continuing to impact the region. Drought Conditions Intensify…
Chicago Train Attack Suspect Held on Federal Terrorism Charge
A federal judge has ordered Lawrence Reed, 50, to remain in custody pending trial after he was charged with terrorism for allegedly setting a woman on fire inside a Chicago…
