The US Justice Department and a central Illinois sheriff’s office on Friday announced a deal resolving an inquiry into violations of federal anti-discrimination law in the shooting death last summer of an unarmed Black woman in her home after she called 911 for assistance.

Indiana legislators would like to redraw the Indiana-Illinois border to absorb parts of Illinois, but the proposed action would face roadblocks on the Illinois side, which would prevent a border

Illinoisans can now help with preparation for America’s 250th birthday festival, taking place on July 4th, 2026. The Illinois America 250 Commission is inviting all the state residents to partake in the organization of programs,

Illinoisians from across the state are encouraged to plan festivities to celebrate America’s 250 years of independence in 2026. Celebrations marking the

State's National Guard helping with Trump's inauguration The Illinois National Guard is set to deploy about 140 members to Washington D.C. ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s second inauguration on Monday.

The Illinois National Guard will send 110 soldiers and 30 airmen to help with security at the presidential inauguration next week in Washington D.C. Airmen with

A family that owns several pawn shops throughout Central Illinois is being charged by the Illinois Attorney General for allegedly running an organized retail crime enterprise.

Nearly 2 million Illinois residents will be able to bypass paying tax preparation services in 2025. Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Revenue announced

To enact his progressive agenda, Mayor Brandon Johnson is looking to Springfield for an assist, but powerful Speaker of the Illinois House Emanuel “Chris” Welch warns that money is

Revenue returns remain on track halfway through Illinois' budget year, though it's next year that is causing concern in the Capitol.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — A new bill filed in Springfield could lower the age requirement for a FOID card from 21 to 18. The plan also states people could be eligible for a FOID card if they have never been convicted of a misdemeanor, other than a traffic violation or delinquent crime.

The University of Illinois system announced a new policy that guarantees admission for Illinois natives at other schools if they want to transfer. The policy takes effect for the