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IHSA basketball state finals 2025: Predicting the Illinois boys state champions

The IHSA boys basketball state finals return Thursday through Saturday at State Farm Center in Champaign. Nine of the 16 state finalists ended the season ranked statewide in their class, including the top-ranked teams in Class 2A and 3A. Below is what you need to know about each semifinal, top players, history this weekend at the University of Illinois — plus predictions from Gannett sports reporters across Illinois. Local playoff scores: Peoria | Springfield | Rockford | IHSA scoreboard: Supersectional scores CLASS 1A Effingham St. Anthony vs. Chicago Hope Academy, 9:30 a.m. Thursday No. 3 St. Anthony (32-4) Coach:...

Illinois · 2025-03-12

The Center Square

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WATCH: Group files federal discrimination complaint against IL State Board of Ed

(The Center Square) – A social welfare advocacy group has filed a federal complaint against the Illinois State Board of Education alleging discrimination. The federal civil rights complaint filed with the U.S. Department of Education by Awake Illinois alleges ISBE is discriminating on the basis of race for funding “affinity groups,” or groups focused on racial identity and other factors. Awake Illinois’s complaint lays out how ISBE facilitated funding through Teach Plus for “educators who identify as people of Color” and provided leadership coaching and a $2,500 stipend. The complaint further states that ISBE announced $2 million to support...

Illinois · 2025-03-12

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Road rage incident on Interstate 55 leads to driver being shot

Authorities are looking for a suspect who shot another driver during a road rage incident that began on Interstate 55 northeast of Bloomington-Normal. Police call it an isolated incident. The incident happened around 9 p.m. Monday on northbound I-55 between Lexington and Chenoa, according to the Livingston County sheriff's office....

Livingston County, IL · 2025-03-11
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Illinois congressman fights to keep Social Security buildings open until Trump leaves office

Democratic Illinois Congressman Eric Sorensen has introduced a bill to keep Social Security offices open until January 21, 2029, to protect the vulnerable residents who rely on these critical services.

Rockford, IL · 2025-03-11

Law & Crime

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Husband of dead woman found 'pulverized' after 24-story fall arrested on out-of-state warrant related to domestic violence

A man whose wife was found dead in their Chicago, Illinois condo was arrested on an out-of-state warrant related to domestic violence charges. The post Husband of dead woman found ‘pulverized’ after 24-story fall arrested on out-of-state warrant related to domestic violence first appeared on Law & Crime .

Chicago, IL · 2025-03-10

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These 17 Slang Terms Only Make Sense If You Live in Illinois

Illinois is a state of contrasts: from the big-city hustle of Chicago to the rolling hills of the southern part of the state, Illinois has a language all its own. Whether you’re exploring the windy city or enjoying the quiet charm of rural Illinois, these 17 slang terms will have you talking like a local in no time. Get ready to dive into the world of deep-dish pizza, friendly neighbors, and some seriously unique local lingo!

Illinois · 2025-03-11

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Springfield man arrested for first degree murder in Stevenson Drive shooting

Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) -A Springfield man has been arrested in the shooting death of 47-year-old Calvin Bell. Emmanuel K. Watts, 38, was arrested Saturday afternoon by Springfield Police for first degree murder and multiple weapons charges. Watts is being held in the Sangamon County Jail awaiting formal charges...

Springfield, IL · 2025-03-11

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Illinois Muggers Hitting Victims At Specific Locations And Times

There is a group of thieves in Illinois that are targeting victims at specific types of locations and during certain times of the day. 👇 SEE BELOW: Counties With The Highest Unemployment In Illinois 👇. Crime is a big problem in society. It's crazy because back in the day,...

Illinois · 2025-03-11

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MVPD: Woman arrested on multiple drug charges

MT. VERNON, Illi. (WFIE) - In Posey County, an Illinois woman is in jail after Mt. Vernon Police say they found her with drugs. Officers say 36-year-old Kelli Hale of Gallatin County was pulled over early Monday morning for a traffic violation. Police say she kept reaching around inside the...

Posey County, IN · 2025-03-11

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Is Indiana the King of Tenderloins? This Illinois Pub Might Just Steal the Crown

If Hoosiers know about anything, it's giant pork tenderloin sandwiches, but one unassuming diner in Illinois may beat out the biggest tenderloin in Indiana. There are few things more "Hoosier" than a gigantic pork tenderloin sandwich. The sandwich is known throughout the state because of its popularity, but also because the pork tenderloin itself is often so big, that it makes the sandwich buns look comically small.

Indiana · 2025-03-11

On3.com

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Illinois High School Basketball Playoffs: Final Four matchups set for 1A-4A

The Illinois high school basketball playoffs are reaching their crescendo, as the brackets that started with dozens of teams in them have now been whittled down to just four. Programs at 1A, 2A, 3A and 4A levels will descend upon the State Farm Center in Champaign this week to play the final rounds of the state tournament. Across the eight semifinal games, No. 1 seeds in 10 different regions have made their way to the precipice of taking home the hardware. But there have also been a few surprises, particularly at the 4A level. Benet Academy and Richton Park both took down top seeds in the Supe...

Illinois · 2025-03-11

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Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker’s $300 million proposal seeks to attract developers to abandoned sites that now draw only vandals

DWIGHT, Ill. - Nature has taken over the vacated Dwight Correctional Center, where a thin forest of spindly trees covers a 160-acre campus that old photos show once featured well-tended lawns and stately oaks. The decaying old prison has become an unauthorized soundstage for YouTubers. In a video titled "We...

Illinois · 2025-03-11

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Dozens in Illinois Suddenly Lose Jobs When Plant Abruptly Closes

Dozens in Illinois are now looking for employment after the plant they worked at closed abruptly. There's a new notice to the state of Illinois informing authorities of this closure and resulting layoffs. The newest WARN notice on the Illinois Work Net website comes from Animal Supply Company located at...

Bartlett, IL · 2025-03-11

Atlanta Black Star

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‘They Just Wanted to Close the Case’: Ohio Man Wrongly Incarcerated for 24 Years for Murder Accuses Cops of Beating False Confession Out of Him Despite Witnesses Identifying Another Man

A man who spent 24 years in prison for a murder he did not commit filed a new lawsuit accusing detectives of beating a false […] ‘They Just Wanted to Close the Case’: Ohio Man Wrongly Incarcerated for 24 Years for Murder Accuses Cops of Beating False Confession Out of Him Despite Witnesses Identifying Another Man

Cook County, IL · 2025-03-10

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Illinois Republicans slam Democrats for focusing on 'bad bills' amid budget crisis

Illinois Republicans are accusing Democrats of prioritizing issues like legalizing magic mushrooms and universal healthcare over pressing matters such as budget balancing and ethics reform. Proposed bills include making obesity a protected class, providing universal healthcare regardless of immigration status, and pushing for a graduated income tax. Democrats, however, argue...

Illinois · 2025-03-12

WashingtonExaminer

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Chicago Teachers Union got last-second funding from the Biden EPA

Just days before then-President-elect Donald Trump was set to take office, President Joe Biden’s Environmental Protection Agency wired $100,000 to an arm of the Chicago Teachers Union to train public school children in environmental advocacy. The payment, which the EPA disbursed to the Chicago Teachers Union Foundation 12 days before Trump’s inauguration, is earmarked to […]

Chicago, IL · 2025-03-10