STATE NEWS
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Jan. 1 marks 150 years since Emancipation Proclamation
Those wanting to learn more about Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation can attend a discussion at an Underground Railroad site in northern Illinois on New Year's Day. Read More -
Illegal immigrants hesitant to get legal driver's licenses
When Illinois' top political leaders touted a proposal to allow illegal immigrants to obtain driver's licenses, it was painted as public safety measure and had the backing of immigrant right Read More -
Warm Neighbors Cool Friends brightens holidays
You now have an option to "go green" with your energy bill and help your neighbors at the same time. Read More -
Illinois celebrates 5th anniversary of smoke-free law
Illinois officials are saying, ``Thanks from the bottom of our lungs'' as the state celebrates the fifth anniversary of the smoking ban in most public places. Read More -
Police stepping up enforcement during holiday weekend
The weekend that starts Friday is enough of a holiday weekend that the cops will be engaged in special patrols. Read More -
'Supermax' era ends as last Tamms inmates leave; Dwight next?
The era of the notorious Tamms "supermax'' prison ended Friday as the last five inmates housed there were packed up and moved. Read More -
Hero miles connects wounded military members with family
There’s a way to help wounded military heroes connect with their loved ones. Read More -
Mississippi River drops, threatening barge traffic
The Mississippi River's water level is dropping again and barge industry trade groups warn that river commerce could essentially come to a halt. Read More -
Lt. Gov Simon sees geographic divide on guns
With the Connecticut school shootings coming just days after a court ruling that orders Illinois to pass a concealed-carry law, there's pressure from both sides of the gun debate. Read More
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