Illinois State Police trooper killed in fiery crash

Gov. Pat Quinn says the death of an Illinois state trooper is a reminder of the dangers sworn officers face every day. Read More

Lawmaker introduces 'eat local' legislation

Many states have an “Eat Local Day”or similar local business initiative. Read More

Southern Illinois man wins suit over hole in one

An Illinois meat cutter who sued after a prize for his hole in one during a charity golf tournament wasn't paid out as promised has carded a legal victory. Read More

Collection of Lincoln items donated to library

A descendant of one of Abraham Lincoln's friends has donated a collection of cards and letters to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. Read More

Southern Ill. city awarded federal disaster funds

A southern Illinois community hit by two natural disasters in one year is getting some long-awaited good news. Read More

Connecticut gunman had article about NIU shootings

Investigators in Connecticut say they found a news article about the deadly 2008 school shooting at Northern Illinois University among the belongings of the Newtown gunman. Read More

Illinois MAP grants are tapped out

There’s hope for Illinois college students who have not applied for MAP grants yet. Read More

State grant goes to nursing assistant program

State officials have announced a $750,000 grant to help health care workers get job training. Read More

Illinois starts motorcycle safety program

Illinois transportation officials are starting a motorcycle safety campaign. Read More

Builder fined for Ill. building fraud

The Associated Press has learned that the former head of a Peoria-area construction firm was fined $1.5 million after pleading guilty to fraud in connection with two public university projects. Read More