With five days remaining until the election, Gov. JB Pritzker and his Republican challenger, Darren Bailey, spent Thursday making their closing case to voters, focusing on affordability as they campaigned in Chicago and the suburbs. Bailey is seeking a stronger…
Nine large Illinois Lottery prizes won since November 2025 remain unclaimed, and one is worth more than $7 million. For those who beat the odds and win a large prize, Illinois Lottery officials recommend signing the back of your lottery ticket and…
Illinois voters face key races for governor, the U.S. Senate, Congress and the Chicago Board of Education in the 2026 election. Gov. JB Pritzker is seeking a third term, while Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton is favored to succeed retiring Sen. Dick Durbin.
ST. CLOUD, Minn. — Today, Senator Aric Putnam (DFL – St. Cloud) raised concern over the Walz administration’s intent to hire staff for the Office of Inspector General before the Inspector General has been appointed or confirmed in the next legislative session.
The Federal Railroad Administration awarded up to $130 million to improve rail infrastructure in the Springfield, Massachusetts, area. The funding will help improve passenger rail service along a north-south line in the state and prepare for future east-west passenger train service…
From Halloween haunts and tribute concerts to community theater, Springfield is gearing up for a packed weekend of spooky celebrations, live grunge music and local performances. Location: The Factory, 1051 E. Main St. Description: Detroit’s DJ Clay will lead the Devil’s Night…
This week along the I-66 express lanes outside the Beltway in Northern Virginia, the tolls have been some of the highest we have ever seen. News4’s Adam Tuss reports. How much are you willing to pay to get around traffic? Rates…
Oct 28, 2026, 09:00 ET The 26-year-old Mount Dora franchisee adds a second Central Florida location, continuing his path from managing a Beef 'O' Brady's to owning multiple restaurants. Dirocco began his restaurant career at 15, working at McDonald's before becoming a shift lead…
Gov. Mike DeWine and local leaders joined economic development officials Wednesday, Oct. 28 to celebrate a new Electra facility in Springfield that will manufacture revolutionary short-runway aircraft. The manufacturing plant will be built at the National Advanced Air Mobility Center of…
“You have crossed a line from criticizing his positions and misrepresenting his character,” Cindy Bailey said, according to Capitol Fax. She told the gathered press that she has never needed her husband's permission to speak, and said she owns a…
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