Illinois business group warns of ‘backbreaking’ progressive income tax
(The Center Square) – Manufacturers say legislators at the Illinois State Capitol have done enough damage and a progressive tax…
Illinois tops U.S. in pumpkin production despite recent decline in value
(The Center Square) – Despite a recent decline in production value, Illinois is far and away the leader when it…
Defense delivers thrilling 30-28 win over Oakwood
By Terri Cox | Casey Local Sports Reporter OAKWOOD — In game two of the opening day of the Oakwood Tournament,…
Congress moves to restore federal union powers, critics warn of higher costs
(The Center Square) – The U.S. Congress is set to vote on House Resolution 2550, a bill that would restore…
Illinois quick hits: Chiropractor sentenced for fraud; fatal airport shooting investigation
Chiropractor sentenced for fraud A…
Lake Land College Board Accepts Over $284,000 in STEM and Agriculture Grants
Lake Land College Board of Trustees Meeting | October 13, 2025 Article Summary: The Lake Land College Board of Trustees on…
Federal court blocks Trump from dismantling four agencies
(The Center Square) – A federal court has issued a permanent injunction stopping the Trump administration from dismantling four federal…
State reps: Pritzker turns ‘blind eye’ to Chicago’s public safety crisis
(The Center Square) – After Gov. J.B. Pritzker said President Donald Trump was amplifying crime in Chicago, Illinois House Republicans…
Illinois quick hits: Medicaid coverage for parental home visits; ‘Trouble in Toyland’ report
Medicaid coverage for parental home visits …
Lady Warriors roll past Covington in tournament opener
By Terri Cox | Casey Local Sports Reporter OAKWOOD — The Lady Warriors opened the 2025 Oakwood Tournament with a dominant…
Poll: Majority of Americans still support legal immigration
A majority of Americans say that legal immigration is good for the United States, according to a new poll commissioned…
New Illinois youth center begins housing youth in Lincoln
(The Center Square) - After a short delay to finalize staffing and safety preparations, the new Monarch Center in Lincoln…