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Is Illinois about to shrink? 45 counties have now approved measures to secede the state — all because of Chicago

Illinois’ loss could be Indiana’s gain.

Illinois · 13h

My Journal Courier

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Man gets 15 years in federal prison after Jacksonville drug raid

A Springfield man was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison after methamphetamine and fentanyl were found in a Jacksonville raid.

Jacksonville, IL · 12h

takingthekids.com

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The Secret Illinois Buffet That Locals Try To Hide From Outsiders

A truck stop restaurant that started in 1928 as a garage selling sandwiches is still serving an all-you-can-eat buffet today. That alone deserves a second look. The buffet starts at 6 AM. Breakfast favorites, comfort-food classics, and rotating dishes fill the line, with a soup and salad station waiting nearby.

Illinois · 1d
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capitolcitynow.com

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Springfield shop closure sends owners back on the road

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – The closure of a downtown Springfield antique shop is really about a change of seasons for the couple that owned it. “They’ve been there for sixteen years, right next to Wild Rose,” said Springfield Business Journal executive editor Michelle Ownbey of Abe’s Old Hat, “and the owners, Mike and Trudy Naylor, said that they’re not retiring from the antiques business; it’s more of a full-circle transition, if you will.”

Springfield, IL · 2d
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WCIA

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Christian Co. man arrested after traffic stop reveals between 15–100 grams of meth

TAYLORVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — A Christian County man is facing a Class X felony drug charge after police said they found him in possession of between 15–100 grams of methamphetamine. The Taylorville Police Department said investigators were looking into reports of suspected drug sales when officers made a traffic stop on Cheney Street and Park. […]

Taylorville, IL · 7h

everafterinthewoods.com

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This Old-School Illinois Butcher Shop Still Cuts From Hanging Cattle And Makes Over 80 Sausages

A carved wooden pig head hands out your number at the door. That’s how your visit starts at one of the most beloved butcher counters in Illinois. The kitchen behind the counter turns out more than 80 kinds of sausages and brats. A smokehouse adds more than 10 kinds of homemade bacon to the lineup.

Chicago, IL · 1d

The State Journal-Register

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Super freshman leaps into girls swimming history at Springfield High

Springfield High won its first Central State Eight Conference girls swimming and diving meet since 2016 on October 24 at Eisenhower Pool. The Senators exceeded expectations with 409 points, and outscored second place Normal U-High (318) by 91. Defending champs Chatham Glenwood was third with 196 points. "The girls set that goal at the beginning of the season — they knew that they could and wanted to do it," said Springfield coach Erin Myers of conquering the CS8. "I told them that everything had to be swam just right. We were originally seeded to only win by 18 points. They were excited. It was a lot of fun." CS8 swim results: Springfield High freshman phenom sets two CS8 swim records Now, the Senators and a super freshman want more. The freshman is Emma Herrin, and she has lit a fire in Springfield High that hasn't sparkled in 10 years. Herrin won and set a new school record in the 100-yard butterfly at conference when she went under the state qualifying time (58.46 seconds) and finished with a personal best mark of 56.89. Her time also snapped a previous CS8 record (58.90) that was set in 2017 by Sacred Heart-Griffin graduate

Springfield, IL · 2d

foxillinois.com

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New medical facility could be coming to Springfield’s west side

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - A new medical facility is in the works for the west side of Springfield. Memorial Health and Encompass Health are starting a new partnership for a rehabilitation facility. The 60-bed hospital will focus on helping patients after strokes, brain injuries, and other medical issues. Officials said...

Springfield, IL · 2d

The Telegraph

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Old Farmer's Almanac predicts white Christmas chances for Illinois

Will Illinois see a white Christmas this year? Here's what the Old Farmer's almanac predicts.

Illinois · 2d

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Man who hid wife’s body in trash can for 2 years, poured chemicals over it, sentenced

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - Adam Corbin, the Springfield man accused of hiding his wife’s body for two years and collecting her state funds, was sentenced Friday. He pleaded to possession of a firearm by a felon (sentence of 2 to 10 years) and abuse of a corpse and concealment of a death (sentence of 1 to 3 years).

Springfield, IL · 2d

The State Journal-Register

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Springfield among the 'rattiest cities' in the US, new report finds

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Springfield ranks among the "rattiest cities" in the U.S., according to one recent list. The capital city did not make the top 10, but it made the top 50 in Orkin's Rattiest Cities list . Springfield ranks 29th, having jumped 8 spots on the list since last year. Chicago holds the second spot on the list. Orkin determined the rattiest cities by tracking all new residential rodent treatments from August 2025 to August 2026, which the company says offers a snapshot of the cities with the highest levels of rat and mice treatment activity. More: Top 5 elementary and middle schools in Springfield The top 10 Here are the rattiest cities in the U.S., according to the company: Los Angeles Chicago New York San Francisco Washington, D.C. Detroit Cleveland Denver Philadelphia Baltimore "Los Angeles’ year-round mild weather, dense neighborhoods and abundant access to food, water and shelter create conditions where rats and mice can thrive," the ranking reads. "From residential neighborhoods to bustling commercial corridors, the same features that make the city attractive to millions of people can also provide rodents with plenty of opportunities to find the resources they need to survive." Tom Ackerman covers breaking

Springfield, IL · 2d

High School On SI

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Illinois High School Football Schedule, Scores & Live Updates (IHSA) — November 6-7

Get IHSA live updates and final scores as the 2026 Illinois high school football season continues November 6-7

Illinois · 2d

The National Law Review

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Looking Ahead to 2027: New Illinois Employment Laws and Employer Obligations

Each approaching new year presents an opportunity for employers to review their employment policies to ensure compliance with newly enacted laws, and 2027 will be no different for Illinois employers. Although the Illinois Legislature did not devote as much attention to employment-related legislation as it did in prior years, several key legislative changes are worth noting, including a few that will prompt necessary updates to employment policies and procedures. Unless otherwise stated, the recently enacted laws take effect January 1, 2027. What You Need to Know Menopause-Related Conditions Expressly Protected: A new law amends the Illinois Human Rights Act (IHRA) to require reasonable accommodations for employees experiencing menopause-related conditions. Disparate Impact Liability Codified: Another amendment to the IHRA will counter current federal policy regarding the availability of civil rights claims arising from facially neutral policies. Numerous Small but Significant Adjustments: Other new and existing statutes may require changes to recruitment practices, employment agreements containing restrictive covenants, and leave policies. Anti-Discrimination Protections for Menopause-Related Conditions The Illinois Menopause Equity and Care Act (IMECA) amends the IHRA to increase educational efforts, broaden access to insurance coverage, and expand workplace protections for menopause-related conditions. For employers, the most significant provisions amend the IHRA’s

Illinois · 2d

USA TODAY

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Unbeaten Illinois high school football team loses playoff game on inadvertent whistle

An improbable touchdown appeared to keep one of Illinois' top high school program’s postseason hopes alive on Friday night. Then an unusual call changed everything. Trailing by four in the closing seconds of the game on Nov. 6, Antioch's (IL) Chance Verden came up with an improbable reception off of a bobbled catch that appeared to give the Sequoits the win and one of the best plays of the season. However, as Antioch celebrated, the referees gathered and the touchdown was overturned as the refs ruled that there was inadvertent whistle, which blew the play dead before Verden came up with the catch and later found the end zone. Despite pleas from the Sequoits’ side, the referees came to the agreement that the whistle was blown, signaling the play was dead before it actually was. Antioch was given the ball at the spot of the catch instead of the touchdown and one untimed down to convert. That one opportunity did not go the Sequoits’ way. UNREAL: 5A #1 Antioch has a miracle Hail Mary win taken away by an inadvertent whistle. Down 32-28 with only time for one play, Chance Verden catches a live bobble for what everyone believed to

Illinois · 14h

WCIA

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Springfield Police investigating fight at Lanphier High School; employee on leave

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — A staff member at Lanphier High School in Springfield is on administrative leave after the school district said they were involved in a fight between students Thursday afternoon. A spokesperson with the Springfield School District said that school security and administrative staff responded to an “altercation involving three students” in a […]

Springfield, IL · 2d

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McCoy Leads Amboy to Quarterfinal Win Over South Fork

Colt McCoy scored three touchdowns in the first quarter as Amboy went on to pick up the 54-12 win over South Fork in an 8-Man Quarterfinal on Saturday. The Ponies season comes to a close at 7-4.

Amboy, IL · 1d

channel1450.com

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Instant Reaction: Auburn’s Gardner Reflects on Trojans Season and Loss to West Frankfort

Auburn fell in a shootout 53-41 to West Frankfort in Round Two of the 2A playoffs. Trojan Head Coach Ryan Gardner shared his thoughts on the game and the Trojans season as a whole. Auburn ends the year at 7-5 with two playoff wins.

Auburn, IL · 1d

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Illinois Man Gets 45 Years for Beating Gary Liquor Store Customer to Death

Lewis, an Illinois man, was sentenced to 45 years in prison, with none of the term suspended to parole, after pleading guilty to killing 52-year-old Shantwoin Jones outside a Gary liquor store. Jones died from blunt-force trauma after being attacked with a tree branch behind Economy Package Liquors at 5150 Broadway, according to a report.

Gary, IN · 15h

unearththevoyage.com

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Is The Lincoln Museum Gift Shop Worth A Trip On Its Own? Springfield Locals Say Yes

Some of the best stops in Illinois are the ones you almost walk right past. I went looking for a quick souvenir and left with a story, a handful of postcards, and a real urge to come back. The little shop I found felt less like a store and more...

Springfield, IL · 1d