Over the course of the month of January 2026, the Criminal Investigations Division conducted investigative stops, allocated ...

Diane Rutledge, who started her career as a teacher and rose to become District 186 superintendent, has died. Rutledge was superintendent from 2002-2007 and then executive director of the Large Unit ...

Discover Incredibly Delicious in Springfield, Illinois, where history meets mouthwatering pastries, cozy vibes, and desserts that turn every visit into an experience!

Self-driving taxis would drive on streets in three Illinois counties under a bill that's being considered in Springfield.

Colin Wood appeared at a University of Illinois Springfield reception on Tuesday as the first women’s flag football coach. Here’s what to know.

As the Bears’ stadium flirtation with Indiana heats up, backers of the team’s relocation to Arlington Heights plan to rally ...

A newly introduced bill in Springfield could change the way Illinois residents handle everything from backyard fire pits to ...

Springfield welcomed seven newly sworn officers Jan. 28 as Chief Joe Behl led an oath‑taking ceremony that marked the recruits’ official start with the city’s police force, according to a community ...

A mix of outdoors stories from Illinois, including information on opportunities to view bald eagles across the state.

The bill would authorize autonomous vehicle pilot programs in a handful of Illinois counties, including Cook, before opening the door to statewide legalization of self-driving cars in three years.

For the first time in five years, certain forms of student loan forgiveness will be taxable following a change in federal tax ...

The Tribune editorial board endorses state Sen. Laura Fine in the race to succeed retiring U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky.