Local Government
Illinois House Republicans Speak Out on the Shooting Death of Sheridan Gorman
A Venezuelan national is charged with first-degree murder in Thursday's shooting death of 18-year-old Sheridan Gorman.
12h ago
Homeowners and Auto Insurance Bill Advances in Illinois General Assembly
The governor first called for regulating homeowners insurance rates last summer after State Farm Insurance announced a 27 percent rate hike in Illinois.
12h ago
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Village of Chatham Breaks Ground on New Municipal Building
The new municipal center will replace three current buildings.
Mar 24, 2026
Sangamon County Board Tables Vote on Data Center
The Sangamon County Board tabled a vote on Monday to approve the construction of a 600-Megawatt data center in the southwest part of the county.
Mar 24, 2026
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Secretary of State Warns of Sophisticated Text Scams
The texts threaten vehicle registration suspension, license penalties or other enforcement actions if someone does not click a link or pay an alleged fine.
Mar 23, 2026
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Democrat Marc Bell Re-Enters Sangamon County Sheriff's Race
Marc Bell announced via social media late Friday afternoon that he will remain on the November ballot.
Mar 23, 2026
Croke Wins Democratic Primary for Comptroller
Croke will advance to the November election and face Republican Bryan Drew of Marion in the first open election for the comptroller's office since 2016.
Mar 20, 2026
Pritzker Out with New TV Ad
The ad will air statewide on broadcast and cable television, as well as on digital platforms
Mar 19, 2026
Bailey Says Illinois Voters See Change is Needed
Bailey told Patrick Pfingsten on WMAY's PM Springfield that residents are weary of increased state spending and JB Pritzker's ineffective policies
Mar 19, 2026
Crouch Defeats Timm in Republican Primary for Sangamon County Sheriff
Crouch was appointed sheriff 18 months ago and defeated Timm in a Republican primary with 54 percent of the vote, 9,256 to 7,289.
Mar 18, 2026










