Illinois farmer killed in combine accidentSTAUNTON, Ill. (AP) -- Authorities in southwestern Illinois' Madison County say a farmer was killed when he was hit by a combine. Fifty-year-old Herbert Braundmeier of Staunton died at the scene of the accident about 11:45 a.m. Sunday on a farm near Alhambra.
25,000 Illinois jobs in jeopardyFilibuster over federal funding leaves Put Illinois to Work in limbo A filibuster over federal funding leaves Put Illinois to Work in limbo.
Illinois releases non-conference basketball scheduleCHAMPAIGN - The University of Illinois has released thenon-conference portion of its men's basketball schedule and theIllini will host Southern Illinois University on Saturday, Nov. 13at the Assembly Hall.
Debate Negotiations Continue for Illinois PoliticiansAudio Available Candidates in Illinois this holiday weekend are busy making stops at parades across the state. But they'll soon face off against each other in formal debates.
Poll: Obama's appeal slides in Illinois51 percent of Illinois residents approve of Obama's job as president, but that's down from 59 percent last year Enthusiasm for Barack Obama's presidency in his home state has cooled as Illinois voters have grown increasingly uneasy over stewardship of the sputtering economy, a new Tribune/WGN-TV poll has found.
Illinois company to appeal restaurant verdictMILWAUKEE (AP) -- A federal judge has ordered an Illinois-based restaurant company that manages a group of IHOP restaurants to create a new sexual harassment training program.
Illinois Governor's RaceIllinois Governor Pat Quinn faces a stiff challenge from Republican Bill Brady.
Report: Illinois boy dies after 'punching game'A published report says a 13-year-old central Illinois student died after a group of boys were engaged in a so-called "punching game."
Illinois falls to Missouri 23-13Despite showing improvement since last season with a new staff and a new quarterback, Illinois lost for the sixth straight time to Missouri, 23-13.
Illinois drivers get break from road workIllinois highway officials say road work will be put on hold where possible this Labor Day weekend to ease traffic congestion. However, some construction zones throughout the state will continue to have lane closures. Officials urge drivers to slow down and drive with care through work zones. Posted work zone speed limits will be in effect. Authorities say state and local law enforcement ...
Illinois Blues Fest impresses audiences on the Peoria riverfrontDewey and Paula DeWeese of Kickapoo have never missed a Budweiser Illinois Blues Festival. Well, they probably haven't. "We might have missed one," Dewey DeWeese said. "But I wouldn't be able to tell you when." If he's right, the DeWeese couple made it 22 straight on Friday night as the 22nd annual Budweiser Illinois Blues Festival kicked off at the riverfront. "We love to come watch all ...
Illinois lottery bidder outlines some of planCHICAGO (AP) -- A private company bidding to manage Illinois' lottery says it would lessen the games' reliance on low-income residents and award 20 percent of contracts to firms owned by women, minorities and the disabled.
Scouting: Illinois @ MissouriIt's Illinois' last chance to salvage something from this four-year series in St. Louis.
Illinois man dies after running into trafficPONTOON BEACH — An investigation continues into the death of a southwestern Illinois man who was running along a highway when he suddenly moved into a traffic lane.
Embattled Illinois prisons chief resignsCHICAGO (AP) - Illinois' prison chief, who became a political liability to Gov. Pat Quinn during an election year because of a secret prisoner release program he oversaw, is stepping down, the governor said Thursday.
Illinois prisons chief resignsIllinois’ prison chief, who became a political liability to Gov. Pat Quinn during an election year because of a secret prisoner release program he oversaw, is stepping down, the governor said Thursday.Corrections Director Michael Randle is...
Illinois' Top Prison Official ResignsWSIL-TV--- After nearly a year of criticism, the director of the Illinois Department of Corrections is stepping down. Michael Randle was brought in about a year ago to reform the prison system. He spent the better part of that time apologizing.
Illinois Department of Corrections director resignsThe head of the Illinois Department of Corrections stepped down Thursday evening to pursue a new career opportunity.
N. Illinois-Iowa State updatesAMES, IOWA -- Northern Illinois junior DeMarcus Grady will start at quarterback Thursday night against Iowa State, NIU coach Jerry Kill finally announced before the game at Jack Trice Stadium.
Illinois Highways Rank 9th in Fatality RatesIllinois has fallen four notches, ranking 40th overall in 2008 in a national highway performance report.
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