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The Center Square

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Dogs, cats and cows are the subject of legislation filed at the Illinois Capitol

(The Center Square) – Dogs, cats and cows are the subjects of legislation under consideration at the Illinois Capitol. State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, has filed 23 bills this year and co-sponsored more than 50. Hernandez said she cares about a lot of legislation in different categories. “But, of course, I also care about animals. I want to make sure we protect them from unfortunate surgeries,” Hernandez told The Center Square. Hernandez filed House Bill 2410 to restrict pet euthanasia in shelters. The measure would amend the Humane Euthanasia in Animal Shelters Act to provide that no person may...

Illinois · 2025-03-17

The Center Square

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Pension issue costing Illinois taxpayers could come in ‘short term future’

(The Center Square) – Illinois taxpayers can expect to pay more for public employee retirees hired after 2011 as some worry benefits won’t be equal to Social Security. Total unfunded liability for the state’s five pension funds is about $140 billion. The pension systems are about 46% funded of total anticipated costs. Tier II pensions were created 14 years ago to help control those costs, but the total dollar amount of the unfunded liability has increased since then. The state’s largest public sector retirement system, the Teachers’ Retirement System, is about 45% funded. Last month, Andrew Bodewes with TRS...

Illinois · 2025-03-17

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Downers Grove South High School Soccer Coach Charged with Assaulting Student

Downers Grove, IL – A Downers Grove South High School teacher and soccer coach has been charged with multiple felonies for allegedly sexually assaulting a 15-year-old student, authorities announced Monday. Christina Formella, 30, of Downers Grove, faces one count of aggravated criminal sexual abuse (Class 1 felony), one count...

Downers Grove, IL · 2025-03-17
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Brace Yourself – Spring in Illinois May Start with a Winter Storm

Are you ready for Spring? In Illinois, it appears the beginning of what is usually a cheerful and warm season will include a potentially exciting winter storm. I have been watching this incoming low pressure system which fortunately isn't as dangerous as the one that brought historically terrible tornadoes to the Midwest late last week. If you're in Illinois, you really should pay attention to this because it looks to bring with it precipitation and that will almost certainly include quite a bit of snow.

Illinois · 2025-03-17
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Champaign-born REO Speedwagon returns to CU for special concert

CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — “Heard it from a friend who” said that REO Speedwagon will reunite in Champaign over the summer. The retrospective concert will honor the legacy of REO Speedwagon, and is set for June 14 at 7:30 p.m. It’ll take place at the State Farm Center and feature special guests and former members Neal […]

Champaign, IL · 2025-03-17

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LaHood breaks silence over holding a town hall

PEORIA (25News Now) - After several weeks of calls and emails wondering whether a town hall would be hosted, a Central Illinois Congressman has broken his silence. At a recent naturalization ceremony, 25News asked Congressman Darin LaHood (R-16th District), who represents portions of Peoria, Tazewell, and McLean counties, whether he would host a town hall to answer questions from his constituents. LaHood was also asked if he would discuss concerns with DOGE, immigration, and a litany of other issues.

Mclean County, IL · 2025-03-17

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5 hurt, 3 critically, from crash in Chicago’s northwest suburbs

MCHENRY CO., Ill. - Five people were sent to the hospital after a crash in northwest suburban McHenry County on Sunday. Firefighters responded to the scene of a two-car crash near the intersection of North Union Road and Route 176 around 9:30 a.m. Multi-car crash. What we know:. At the...

Mchenry County, IL · 2025-03-16

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Man dies after jumping from Peoria Road bridge; Springfield police continue investigation

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — Around noon on Monday, Springfield Police responded to a welfare check on a female in the 4000 block of Sand Hill Road after receiving information about a possible domestic violence incident. Officers found the woman with a serious head wound, and she was transported to...

Springfield, IL · 2025-03-17

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100 years ago, the deadliest tornado in U.S. history struck Illinois

Tuesday will mark a somber anniversary, as 100 years have passed since the deadliest tornado in U.S. history devastated Illinois. On March 18, 1925, the “Tri-State Tornado” tore a path of destruction across Missouri, Illinois and Indiana, killing nearly 700 people and devastating countless communities in the region.

Illinois · 2025-03-17

My Journal Courier

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‘Right to Play’ bill that would affect Illinois high school athletes advances

House Bill 3037, the "Right to Play Act," would allow Illinois high school athletes to compete on both school and non-school teams simultaneously.

Illinois · 2025-03-17

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Man dead after jumping into Sangamon River following possible domestic violence incident

Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Springfield Police responded to a possible domestic violence incident around noon Monday in the 4000 block of Sand Hill Road. At the scene, officers found a woman with a serious head wound. She was transported to a local hospital, and her condition is unknown at this time.

Springfield, IL · 2025-03-17

WBEZ

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Illinois Attorney General settles its lawsuit against a company that published personal information of hundreds of thousands of Illinois voters

A publishing company sued by Democratic Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul for improperly publicizing personal dates of birth and home addresses for hundreds of thousands of voters has settled the case without admitting criminal wrongdoing. Local Government Information Services, Inc., a Lake Forest-based operator of dozens of right-leaning online news...

Illinois · 2025-03-17

WGN News

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Illinois roads rank lowest among neighbors despite nation’s 2nd highest infrastructure tax

Despite Illinois having the second-highest road infrastructure tax in the country, its roads ranked 36th out of 50 states in the 28th Annual Highway Report, with the state dropping seven spots since last year.

Illinois · 2025-03-17

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Indiana-Illinois Border Crash: Driver Killed in Single-Vehicle Accident Near Dyer

Dyer, IN – A driver was killed early Monday morning in a single-vehicle crash near the Indiana-Illinois state line, according to the Lake County, IN Sheriff’s Department. Authorities said the crash occurred at approximately 5:20 a.m. near the intersection of West 113th Avenue and State Line Road in unincorporated Dyer. Upon arrival, officers found the driver unresponsive.

Dyer, IN · 2025-03-17

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Eastern Iowa & Illinois Winter Update: 2-4 Inches of Snow Possible Sunday Night

Quad Cities, IA/IL – A near-stationary band of moderate to heavy snowfall is developing across parts of eastern Iowa and western Illinois, particularly affecting counties along the Mississippi River. This system is expected to persist overnight, leading to accumulating snowfall and hazardous travel conditions. According to the National Weather...

Illinois · 2025-03-16