A bill heading to Gov. JB Pritzker's desk could help tackle growing frustration over digital coupons for grocery stores. Read moreIL Senate unanimously passes plan addressing digital grocery store coupon concerns
The Illinois Senate unanimously passed a bill Wednesday to help sexual assault survivors when they first interact with police. Read moreState senate unanimously passes bill improving sexual assault interviews for survivors, sends plan to Pritzker
Court documents show that the lawsuit between the owners of the Springfield Wyndham hotel and its insurance company Affiliated FM has been settled. Read moreSettlement reached in insurance fight tied to Springfield Wyndham
The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater is gearing up for another summer of concerts, with the lakefront venue set to kick off its seventh season this week. Read moreDevon Lakeshore Amphitheater kicks off 7th season with packed summer lineup
The Springfield Fire Department is re-launching a program to make it easier for firefighters to access homes during emergencies. Read moreSpringfield relaunches program to help firefighters access homes during emergencies
Officers who defended Capitol from rioters sue to block payouts from $1.8B ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
Two police officers who helped defend the U.S. Capitol from an attack by a mob of Trump supporters are suing to block anyone — including Jan. 6, 2021, rioters — from receiving payouts from a new $1.776 billion settlement fund for people who claim to be victims of politically motivated prosecutions. The officers’ attorneys filed the federal lawsuit on Wednesday, a day after Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche defended the fund’s creation during a congressional hearing. Blanche, a personal attorney for President Donald Trump before joining the Justice Department, wouldn’t rule out the possibility that rioters who assaulted police on Jan. 6 would be eligible for fund payouts. Read moreOfficers who defended Capitol from rioters sue to block payouts from $1.8B ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
The state of Illinois is investing $2.6 million in Litchfield to expand the Lincoln Land Community College truck driver training program. Read moreIllinois invests $2.6 million in LLCC truck driver training program expansion
The Boys & Girls Club of Decatur announced it will no longer offer summer programming. Read moreBoys & Girls Club of Decatur will no longer offer summer programming
The first construction project of the year at the Decatur Airport is underway. Read moreConstruction begins on Decatur Airport parking lot
What started as a bare trailer found on Facebook Marketplace has grown into a rolling symbol of purpose and community in Decatur. Read moreDecatur veteran turns passion for wellness Into mobile smoothie business
A bill heading to Gov. JB Pritzker's desk could help tackle growing frustration over digital coupons for grocery stores. Read moreIL Senate unanimously passes plan addressing digital grocery store coupon concerns
The Illinois Senate unanimously passed a bill Wednesday to help sexual assault survivors when they first interact with police. Read moreState senate unanimously passes bill improving sexual assault interviews for survivors, sends plan to Pritzker
Court documents show that the lawsuit between the owners of the Springfield Wyndham hotel and its insurance company Affiliated FM has been settled. Read moreSettlement reached in insurance fight tied to Springfield Wyndham
The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater is gearing up for another summer of concerts, with the lakefront venue set to kick off its seventh season this week. Read moreDevon Lakeshore Amphitheater kicks off 7th season with packed summer lineup
The Springfield Fire Department is re-launching a program to make it easier for firefighters to access homes during emergencies. Read moreSpringfield relaunches program to help firefighters access homes during emergencies
Officers who defended Capitol from rioters sue to block payouts from $1.8B ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
Two police officers who helped defend the U.S. Capitol from an attack by a mob of Trump supporters are suing to block anyone — including Jan. 6, 2021, rioters — from receiving payouts from a new $1.776 billion settlement fund for people who claim to be victims of politically motivated prosecutions. The officers’ attorneys filed the federal lawsuit on Wednesday, a day after Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche defended the fund’s creation during a congressional hearing. Blanche, a personal attorney for President Donald Trump before joining the Justice Department, wouldn’t rule out the possibility that rioters who assaulted police on Jan. 6 would be eligible for fund payouts. Read moreOfficers who defended Capitol from rioters sue to block payouts from $1.8B ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
The state of Illinois is investing $2.6 million in Litchfield to expand the Lincoln Land Community College truck driver training program. Read moreIllinois invests $2.6 million in LLCC truck driver training program expansion
The Boys & Girls Club of Decatur announced it will no longer offer summer programming. Read moreBoys & Girls Club of Decatur will no longer offer summer programming
The first construction project of the year at the Decatur Airport is underway. Read moreConstruction begins on Decatur Airport parking lot
What started as a bare trailer found on Facebook Marketplace has grown into a rolling symbol of purpose and community in Decatur. Read moreDecatur veteran turns passion for wellness Into mobile smoothie business
The program was originally set to begin Thursday, but was delayed to give community members extra time to register. Read moreMCHD's Diabetes Self-Management Program postponed to June
Parking will remain free, but if your car is caught in a short-term spot longer than allowed, you'll be fined. Read moreSpringfield doubles parking fines for overstaying downtown spots
The University of Illinois Extension Office in Decatur will offer family-friendly Homegrown Harvest workshop classes for gardeners to learn more about growing their own food. Read moreDecatur invited to bring green thumbs to UI Extension's Homegrown Harvest workshops
Decatur water services crews will flush hydrants around the city from May 25 to June 22, and residents are encouraged to minimize their water usage until the flushing is complete. Read moreDecatur Public Works announces upcoming fire hydrant flushing
Last spring, Governor JB Pritzker was on hand for the hub's grand opening as it was awarded the first incentive program tied to growing the state's EV industry. Read moreTCCI provides Decatur City Council with update on $45M Clean Energy Innovation Hub
The Urbana City Council narrowly approved an ordinance Monday night for a proposed apartment project. Read moreUrbana City Council narrowly approves ordinance for proposed apartment project
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The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater is gearing up for another summer of concerts, with the lakefront venue set to kick off its seventh season this week. Read moreDevon Lakeshore Amphitheater kicks off 7th season with packed summer lineup
An author visit and book signing will take place at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 18, in the Madden Auditorium at the Decatur Public Library. Read moreDPL to welcome award-winning author Decatur native for author visit, book signing
The program was originally set to begin Thursday, but was delayed to give community members extra time to register. Read moreMCHD's Diabetes Self-Management Program postponed to June
The Champaign Park District is announcing updates to Kaufman Lake Park. Read moreChampaign Park District announces updates to Kaufman Lake Park
What started as a bare trailer found on Facebook Marketplace has grown into a rolling symbol of purpose and community in Decatur. Read moreDecatur veteran turns passion for wellness Into mobile smoothie business
With the annual Hardy's Race for the Lake Decatur Boat Races just weeks away, local business are preparing for the influx in business, and a projected economic boost with it. Read moreHardy's Race for the Lake boat races to bring business influx to community
