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Published on 02:49 GMT

Illinois State Police announces Distracted Driving Enforcement Program patrols

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – The Illinois State Police (ISP) announced Distracted Driving Enforcement Program patrols. What is Distracted Driving? Distracted driving refers to engaging in activities that divert a driver’s attention from the road. These …

Source: Rewind 92.5 - Illinois - Pending
Published on 02:42 GMT

FULL REMARKS: Joe Biden talks Social Security at ACRD conference in Chicago, Illinois

Source: WAAY31 - Alabama - Neutral
Published on 02:06 GMT

Criminal Justice: Bill heading to Illinois House could raise minimum detainment age for minors to 12

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — Illinois Senate Democrats passed a plan last week to raise the minimum detainment age for minors from 10 to 12 years old. Sponsors and advocates believe the juvenile justice system should focus on rehabilitation instead of …

Source: Wand - Illinois - Pending
Published on 01:55 GMT

New Illinois digging regulations in place this spring season

You might be thinking about all the yard work you want to accomplish in the warmer months. Make sure you know about some new regulations before you dig. GALESBURG, Ill. — Before breaking ground on any outdoor projects this spring, make sure you’re aware of …

Source: WQAD 8 - Illinois - Pending
Published on 01:39 GMT

Illinois running back Josh McCray plans to enter NCAA transfer portal

Illinois running back Josh McCray plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal, he told On3’s Hayes Fawcett. He enters after producing a breakout season with the Fighting Illini in 2024. After racking up 761 yards and four touchdowns in his first three years on …

Source: On3 - Pending
Published on 01:26 GMT

Missouri women’s basketball lands high-scoring Illinois State guard from transfer portal

New Mizzou coach Kellie Harper landed her second commitment in as many days. Missouri women’s basketball landed a commitment from Illinois State guard Shannon Dowell, who announced she is transferring to the Tigers in a post to her X account Tuesday. …

Source: Yahoo Sports - Center-left
Published on 00:21 GMT

Illinois in search for new women’s gymnastics head coach

A search for a new head coach is on the horizon as Illinois athletics announced Tuesday that it will not renew the contract of head coach Nadalie Walsh, set to expire in August. Walsh’s eight-year tenure comes to an end with much to look back on and be …

Source: The Daily Illini - Illinois - Neutral
Published on 01:09 GMT

Local projects among $67M in federal cuts to Illinois' 13th district

GRANITE CITY — MTD’s terminal upgrades, a research facility expansion at the University of Illinois, and park renovations in Urbana are among the projects impacted by approximately $67 million in cuts for Illinois’ 13th Congressional District. U.S. Rep. …

Source: The News Gazette - Illinois - Neutral
Published on 01:05 GMT

Illinois scrambles to meet demand for REAL IDs as deadline looms

Sign up for our free newsletter to have Evanston news delivered directly to your inbox every weekday! With a federal May 7 deadline for domestic travelers to get a Real ID looming, Illinois state officials are scrambling to meet the demand of the many …

Source: Evanston RoundTable - Illinois - Neutral
Published on 01:02 GMT

Remains of Joliet soldier who died in Lithuania return home; flags at half-staff in Illinois

JOLIET, Ill. (WLS) -- The remains of a Joliet soldier, who died in Lithuania, are now back home. Sgt. Jose Duenez Jr., 25, was one of four killed in a military training exercise last month, when their vehicle became submerged in a bog. He leaves behind his …

Source: ABC 7 Chicago - Illinois - Neutral