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SIU Professors fighting "news deserts"

Illinois is losing journalists and newspapers faster than any other state. That according to the State of Local News Project. It was brought out to an audience Saturday at the Bureau County History Center by guest speakers, Julia Rendleman, SIU professor of Photo Journalism and Alee Quick, Director of the Illinois Press Foundation. The loss of journalists may be one reason the state has what is called news deserts. They are 15 counties – in the lower third of the state – that have no daily or weekly newspapers. This according to Northwestern's Medill School of Journalism.

Illinois · 1d
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Country Herald

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Illinois Parents Alert: Stop Sign Challenge Raises Winter Road Fears

Reported stop-sign challenge raises concerns as Illinois prepares for icy roads, snow and earlier darkness.

Illinois · 1d

Public News Service

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Gen Z, Millennials and the midterms: A political changing of the guard

Nearly a week after the midterm elections, political analysts are still weighing what the results could mean for the future of American politics. National polling showed younger voters and other key groups swung back toward Democrats, while historic election victories and a surge of younger candidates point to a changing face of political leadership. E.J. Fagan, associate professor of political science at the University of Illinois-Chicago, said they are all signs political scientists look for when studying major shifts across the electoral spectrum. "This has all the hallmarks of an election that we write articles about for 100 years. In hindsight, we might call these realignment elections," Fagan explained. The results brought historic firsts to the Midwest, including in Illinois, which will be the first state represented by two women of color in the U.S. Senate. Nationally, Fagan thinks the mobilization of Latino voters is going to be something political science professors will study for a very long time. Neighboring Wisconsin is among six states where transgender and nonbinary candidates achieved milestones this year, winning legislative seats in states which had never before elected an openly transgender lawmaker. Nationally, Fagan said the eye-opening results reflect a generational change within the

Illinois · 6h

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District 202 Board Of Education Earns Governance Recognition

The Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB) is again recognizing the District 202 Board of Education for its effective governance practices. District 202 was one of 53 Illinois school districts to earn the School Board Governance Recognition honor for its effective governance behaviors and commitment toward obtaining the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively lead the district.

Illinois · 15h
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The Cool Down

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Gas use in Illinois buildings and industry must fall at least 50% to hit 2050 goal, study finds

Burning gas to heat homes and other buildings accounts for 17% of the state's emissions.

Illinois · 7h

Q985

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Wisconsin Claims Two Spots In Top Fifty-five Foodie Cities In US

Madison and Milwaukee both cracked the top 55 foodie cities in America, with Milwaukee coming in ahead of Chicago by one spot.

Wisconsin · 2d

MyStateline.com WTVO WQRF

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Events across Northern Illinois on Sunday, November 8, 2026

Several local events including craft markets, a comic book convention, a theatrical performance of 1984, and an animal sanctuary open house are scheduled to take place around the Rockford area.

Rockford, IL · 1d

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Memorial Health to close one of its Springfield facilities

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – A facility operated by Memorial Health is closing, at a time when mental health and the improvement of it is a very strong subject. Memorial confirms the Behavioral Health facility at West Lake will be shutting down by the end of the year.

Springfield, IL · 3d

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New hospital planned on west side

A freestanding, 60-bed hospital costing $66.3 million and focused on rehabilitation for people after strokes, brain injuries, fractures and a range of other medical problems would be built on Springfield’s far west side if state regulators approve the plan in the next month or two. The for-profit Rehabilitation Institute...

Springfield, IL · 4d

WCIA

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SMTD acquires 25 acres in Springfield for new transportation facility

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Sangamon Mass Transit District is planning a new transportation facility, and the agency just acquired 25 acres of land to build it on. The SMTD announced the recent acquisition of property at 250 W. North St. on the south side of Springfield. The agency plans to build a secondary off-street […]

Springfield, IL · 3d

WCIA

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UNOFFICIAL RESULTS: Paula Crouch wins election as Sangamon Co. Sheriff

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The unofficial numbers are in for the sheriff’s race in Sangamon County. It was a highly contested election going into Tuesday, but Republican incumbent Paula Crouch is projected to be the winner. Crouch beat out Democrat Marc Bell by just under 6,000 votes, winning a full term as Sangamon County’s top […]

Sangamon County, IL · 4d

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City council discuss Springfield Rail Improvement Project, brief shouting match after meeting

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - The Springfield City Council held its meeting on Wednesday due to election night. During that meeting, Mike Mendenhall with Hanson Professional Services opened with a presentation providing updates to the Springfield Rail Improvement Project. He says the project related to the 10th Street corridor is on track to be completed by 2027.

Springfield, IL · 3d

springfieldbusinessjournal.com

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Hotel files petition to convert to apartments

The owners of MainStay Suites on South Dirksen Parkway have filed a zoning petition with the city of Springfield for a permit to convert the extended-stay hotel into apartments. Hazur Hospitality is seeking to turn the 109 hotel units in the property at 3185 S. Dirksen Parkway into 109 apartments,...

Springfield, IL · 4d

US 104.9

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Good News for Iowa Workers as John Deere Reverses Course

John Deere is making a big move in Iowa, bringing back hundreds of workers and hiring even more.

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Fox 32 Chicago

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Illinois hemp THC crackdown takes effect Nov. 12

Illinois is preparing to restrict sales of intoxicating hemp-derived THC products to state-regulated dispensaries beginning Nov. 12, citing consumer safety concerns and tighter industry oversight.

Illinois · 3d

5 On Your Side

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Pritzker wins unprecedented 3rd term | Full interview with campaign manager Chris Shallow

Illinois · 1d

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Speaker Welch resigns leadership role

PEORIA (25News Now) -Speaker of the House, Emanuel ‘Chris’ Welch reportedly resigned from that leadership role on Thursday following summer criticism of the way he handled a sexual harassment case in Springfield. Welch telling our partners at NBC Chicago he will resign that position in the state house.

Springfield, IL · 3d

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City of Springfield: Glitches kept public comment requests away from clerk

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Almost 24 hours after a Springfield city council meeting ended in raised voices, accusations, and general chaos, the city said a communications glitch kept two people’s requests for public comment time from reaching the clerk’s office. That’s the tl;dr version of the city’s statement, issued late Thursday.

Springfield, IL · 3d

Breeze-Courier

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Wreaths Across America asks for help

SPRINGFIELD — With the holidays fast approaching Wreaths Across America is ramping up its sponsorship drive. The aim of the organization is to simultaneously place a Christmas wreath on each grave in every national cemetery in America. It’s a way to honor and remember our fallen veterans. Over 27,000 wreaths will be needed at Camp Butler alone. Wreaths are made in Maine, arrive fresh and cost $17 each.

Springfield, IL · 2d

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Gov. Pritzker Unveils IBM’s Quantum System Two Computer

Gov. Pritzker Unveils IBM’s Quantum System Two Computer – IBM’s most advanced quantum computer. Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) joined IBM and local quantum leaders to unveil IBM’s Quantum System Two in Chicago – marking a major milestone in Illinois’ efforts to further its role as a global leader in quantum computing and advanced technology. ​

Chicago, IL · 15h