Kane County, Woodridge receive state grants for trail improvements
The Kane County Forest Preserve District and Woodridge Park District are among 19 recipients of state grants for trail improvements. The Kane County Forest Preserve District will receive $200,000 for [...]
Illinois wins back-to-back games, steamrolls CCSU
CHAMPAIGN, Ill — Illinois continues to roll in anticipation of its Big Ten schedule. Following a home win over Canisius, Illinois (4-2) collided with Central Connecticut State (1-5) for the [...]
Illinois Aldi stores sold fruit linked to deadly Listeria outbreak – …
Several retailers, including companies with stores in Illinois, sold fruit that has been linked to a Listeria outbreak that’s left one person dead and at least 10 others hospitalized. According [...]
Teacher Vacancies in Illinois Disproportionately Impact Students of C…
Despite many sounding the alarm on a pandemic-related teacher exodus, the number of new Illinois public school teachers and principals is actually increasing, according to a new watchdog report. But [...]
Old Post Office still the focus
Powerful Chicago Ald. Ed Burke had just finished pitching his private law firm to the developers of the Old Post Office in October 2016 when he asked his assistant to [...]
Isaiah Williams named First Team All-Big Ten
The recognition has finally come for Isaiah Williams. On Wednesday, the Illini’s top offensive weapon was named to the All-Big Ten First Team, the first Illinois offensive player to receive [...]
Williams Named First Team All-Big Ten
Football November 29, 2023 News Story Links CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Illinois wide receiver Isaiah Williams was named to the All-Big Ten [...]
Chicago winter parking ban for 2023-24 begins Friday – NBC Chicago
Rethink your parking plans this winter: New Chicago parking rules will soon go into effect. Chicago’s annual Winter Overnight Parking Ban goes into effect Dec. 1, an announcement from the [...]
Blackhawks Say Corey Perry Engaged in Unacceptable Conduct and Move t…
Chicago Blackhawks right wing Corey Perry (94) warms up before an NHL hockey game against the Nashville Predators, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. (George Walker IV / AP [...]
How to avoid getting towed
Chicago's winter overnight parking ban kicked in on Dec. 1, prohibiting parking on 107 miles of main streets from 3 to 7 a.m., regardless of snow, until April 1. (Network [...]
Illinois’ Johnny Newton named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year
Johnny Newton has a very bright future ahead of him. On Tuesday, Illinois’ superstar defensive tackle was named the Big Ten’s Defensive Player of the Year. Newton is the first [...]
IDPH looking for public comment on state’s health assessments
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — One state agency is looking for the public’s input for a five-year plan on the state’s public health missions. The Illinois Department of Public Health is [...]
A look at what the El Niño forecast could mean for Chicago winter – N…
Chicago saw measurable snow and bitter cold temps of the last few days and the winter season hasn't even started, but is that an indicator of what to expect this [...]
Chicago and Northwestern police secure downtown campus after respondi…
Chicago police and Northwestern University police responded to a report of shots fired at Northwestern’s downtown campus Monday evening, according to a safety alert.Chicago police later said nobody had been [...]
Mystery respiratory illness spreading among dogs: know the signs
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — A new kind of bacterial infection could be deadly for your dog. The illness is similar to kennel cough, but several research teams believe the mystery [...]
Here’s why flags are flying at half-staff in Illinois – NBC Chicago
Flags at publicly-owned buildings in the state of Illinois will fly at half-staff this week to honor the memory of former first lady Rosalynn Carter. According to the proclamation issued [...]
Donald Trump Hints at Expanded Role for the Military Within the US. A…
Surrounded by Army cadets, President Donald Trump watches the first half of the 121st Army-Navy Football Game in Michie Stadium at the United States Military Academy, Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, [...]
Respect is earned, not given for Illinois
TCR Contributor CJ Jackson is a former member of the Illinois Basketball team, playing for the Illini from 2005-09. After being dropped out of the Top 25 after just one [...]
Five Illini Score in Double Figures As Illinois Flies By Canisius
Story Links Highlights Postgame Press Conference Next Game: Central Connecticut State [...]
Community Fab Lab raises funds for kids’ summer camp with Holiday Mak…
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — On Sunday, the University of Illinois campus hosted a fundraiser for kids to help provide scholarships for a summer camp. The Community Fab Lab had a [...]
Edwin Espinoza, off-duty Chicago police officer, killed in Oak Lawn c…
An off-duty Chicago police officer was killed in a single-vehicle crash Sunday morning in Oak Lawn, Chicago police officials said. The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the officer as [...]
Migrant tent camp construction to begin Monday, official says
Despite opposition from neighbors and City Council members, construction of Chicago’s first tent encampment to house migrants during the cold winter months will begin Monday in Brighton Park, according to [...]
Lukumadness! serves up ‘crazy good Greek doughnuts’
Niko Boulougouris hopes his idea to make and sell "crazy good Greek doughnuts" -- a risk he confirmed was worth taking on a vacation to Iceland -- soon takes his [...]
Bielema’s Illini didn’t improve in Year 3
Happy Sunday, Illinois Land! Our long, national nightmare is finally over. Illinois football ends the 2023 season at 5-7 overall and just 1-5 in the Big Ten West. HBC Bret [...]
Chicago police seek suspects in rash of 10 armed robberies Friday – N…
Chicago police are looking for the suspects responsible for a string of armed robberies that took place Friday on the city's West and Northwest sides, according to authorities. A total [...]