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Topeka, IL · Education

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College of Law announces online master’s program, certificates for non-legal professionals

The College of Law announced new online programs last week: a Master of Science in Law and seven graduate-level certificates, with instruction beginning in Spring 2027. The MSL is a fully online program designed for non-legal professionals looking to expand their knowledge of law within their industry that can be completed in as few as 18 months.

Champaign, IL · 4d

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HS FBall: Monticello Shells Roxana

In a game heard on WEZC and online at dewittdailynews.com, Colton Schubert accounted for five of Monticello’s seven touchdowns, Zeke Young scored two touchdowns and had two interceptions as the Sages rolled Roxana 49-14 in the second round of the Class 3A high school football playoffs Saturday in Monticello.

Monticello, IL · 3d

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Illinois high school football playoffs: Dates, brackets, schedule

Illinois' 2026 high school football postseason has already delivered a ton of excitement. Playoff action in the Prairie State kicked off two weeks ago, and last week provided an all-time classic first-round matchup. In a wild game that included a fourth-quarter venue change in Chicago, No. 9 Quincy Senior High School knocked off No. 8 Sarah E. Goode STEM Academy 88-84 on Friday, Oct. 30. The game was a record-setter in total points in IHSA history. While a high-scoring affair like last week's is not likely, moving into Round 2 should provide some closer matchups as the playoffs heat up. Here's what you need to know about the Illinois football playoffs, including when it starts and how to watch: Watch Illinois high school football playoffs live on NFHS Network When do Illinois high school football playoffs start? The 2026 Illinois high school football playoffs kicked off on Oct. 23-24 with the Opening Round. First-round action was played last week, on Oct. 30-31. How to watch Illinois high school football playoff games Illinois high school football playoff games can be streamed on the NFHS Network . Which Illinois high school football teams are ranked nationally? East St. Louis is the only

Illinois · 5d

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IHSA Playoffs Round Two Preview

NORMAL, Ill. — Round two of the IHSA playoffs will be taking place this Friday and Saturday as Bloomington-Normal still has two teams in the area competing for a state title. Normal Community High School will host 7-3 Kenwood on Saturday at 4:30 p.m. The Ironmen defeated Edwardsville by...

Normal, IL · 5d

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Aurora Christian Picks Up Second Round Win Over Maroa Forsyth

The Aurora Christian Eagles picked up a second round win over Maroa Forsyth on Saturday. The Trojans season comes to a close at 9-2.

Aurora, IL · 3d

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Nazareth Academy's Cash Coleman Snagged a Touchdown That Tells You Everything About These Playoffs

Nfl logo on gradient background - Created by the Sports On Tap desk | Source : Sports On Tap (team logos property of their respective owners) The 2026 Illinois High School Association football playoffs are heating up, and we’re already deep into the second round. Teams are laying it all on the line as they […]

Illinois · 4d

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Facilities management candidate hopes to boost communication on campus

On Nov. 5, Nicholas Stoff, director of maintenance and operations for facility services at Illinois State University, appeared as the third of four finalists for the associate vice president of facilities management position. Stoff’s current job involves overseeing maintenance, custodial, grounds, in-house construction and transportation services for 7.1 million square...

Murray, KY · 4d

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IHSA Proposals Could Bring Major Changes to Illinois High School Athletics

Major changes could be coming to Illinois high school athletics, with the IHSA considering several proposals that could reshape the postseason and how schools compete for state championships. The IHSA is reviewing 24 newly submitted bylaw proposals, with several focused on competitive balance between boundary and non-boundary schools. Monmouth-Roseville High...

Illinois · 5d

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Gridiron Glory Week 12: High school football playoff scores and highlights

PADUCAH, Ky. — Check out the scores and highlights from week 12 of Gridiron Glory below, including the opening round of the playoffs in Kentucky and Tennessee, and the second round of playoffs in Illinois. For more on the Local 6 teams competing in the second round of the...

Illinois · 4d

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Prep sports recap for Nov. 6, 2026

Normal West and Heyworth advanced to the state football quarterfinals following victories over Pekin and Fisher, while Notre Dame secured a spot in the class 2A soccer state title match.

Pekin, IL · 3d

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Private vs. public school question getting closer look from IHSA

The IHSA is reviewing proposals that could separate private and public schools in playoffs starting in 2027-28.

Illinois · 4d

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All Three Teutopolis Schools Earn Exemplary Recognition In 2026 Illinois Report Card

Teutopolis, IL-(Effingham Radio)- The newly released 2026 Illinois Report Card highlights strong student achievement and continued excellence across Teutopolis CUSD #50, with all three district schools earning an Exemplary Profile of Performance under Illinois’ new statewide accountability system. This year, the Illinois State Board of Education introduced a redesigned...

Teutopolis, IL · 3d

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Illinois High School Football Final Scores - November 6

Check out the final scores from Friday night's Illinois high school football action across the Prairie State

Illinois · 3d

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Illinois students to join Youth Advisory Council

State Sen. Andrew Chesney will bring high school students from across Illinois' 45th District together in Freeport for a Youth Advisory Council meeting Nov. 9. The session will run from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Highland Community College, according to a community announcement. Students who are sophomores, juniors and seniors will discuss public policy, learn about state government and meet elected officials and community leaders. The council also gives students an opportunity to share issues important to their generation, according to the announcement. Where the Youth Advisory Council will meet The meeting will be held at Highland Community College Conference Center, H-201 Newell Room, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport, IL 61032. Members of the media may attend, with video and photo opportunities available. The council is made up of high school students from across the 45th District. This story was produced by reporter Nida Tazeen, NTazeen@usatodayco.com , with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct . This article originally appeared on Journal Standard: Illinois students to join Youth Advisory Council

Freeport, IL · 4d

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State soccer finals: Notre Dame wins semifinal, Washington falls short

Peoria Notre Dame advanced to the Class 2A state soccer championship after defeating Glenbard South 1-0, with the title match scheduled to take place Saturday at Guilford High School.

Peoria, IL · 4d

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HS FBall: Monticello Hosts Roxana in Second Round Class 3A Playoffs

Coming off a shutout 34-0 win over Olympia in the first round of the Class 3A playoffs last Saturday, Monticello turns its attention to Roxana in second-round action in Monticello. The Sages’ defense shut down a high-powered Spartans run game last weekend, and Coach Cully Welter felt his offense was...

Monticello, IL · 4d

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Illinois teachers union boss Stacy Davis Gates gets major pay bump as state reading scores lag

The Illinois Federation of Teachers approved a nearly 39% pay raise for its president Stacy Davis Gates as state reading and math proficiency scores lag.

Illinois · 7d

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CPS, schools statewide want more taxpayer funds from legislature

(The Center Square) – Despite the state’s increased funding to public school districts in the budget, school districts want state lawmakers to find more taxpayer money to fund their operations. The Illinois House Appropriations committee on Elementary & Secondary Education on Thursday had a hearing on the future...

Chicago, IL · 4d

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Washington's Unreal 10-1 Comeback Has Peoria On Notice: The Sweet Sixteen Is About To Get Wild

Ncaaf on gradient background - Created by the Sports On Tap desk | Source : Sports On Tap (team logos property of their respective owners) Five Peoria-area volleyball teams punched their tickets to the IHSA Sweet Sixteen after Tuesday night’s sectional semifinals delivered drama that’ll be talked about for weeks. These squads are not just […]

Peoria, IL · 7d

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