DOJ sues Illinois over immigration laws, testing state's sanctuary policies

Federal lawsuit challenges Illinois' sanctuary state laws that limit local law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration authorities ST. LOUIS, Missouri — The U.S. Department of Justice sued Illinois and Chicago on Thursday over state …

Thornton Township, Illinois holds first meeting since brawl

Bill Proposed in Illinois Could Allow 18-Year-Olds to Drink Alcohol

A bill up for consideration in the Illinois General Assembly would change the state’s legal drinking age. State Rep. John Cabello (R-Machesney Park) introduced the bill that could see the changes take place and affect 18- to 20-year-olds, WGN-TV reported …

Illinois pizza shop prepares for Super Bowl Sunday

ANNA, Ill. (KFVS) - It’s just three days before the big game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles. While those two teams prepare for Super Bowl 59, local pizza shops prepare to have more workers ‘take the field’ for a busy Sunday …

Rapid Recap: Illinois 73, Northwestern 60

Northwestern dropped its ninth-straight game Thursday, falling 73-60 to Illinois at the State Farm Center.  When the Fighting Illini (18-5, 8-4 Big Ten) visited Welsh-Ryan Arena on Jan. 23, the Wildcats (7-14, 0-10 Big Ten) fell by 25 points. Though …

Illinois made more than $2B in 2024 cannabis sales

PEORIA (25News Now) - In 2024, marijuana dispensaries in Illinois sold more than $2 billion in cannabis products, making it the fourth consecutive year of record-setting sales in the state. What made up the $2 billion was another record-setting $1.72 …

Illinois Wesleyan University Announces Fall 2024 Dean's List

BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS (February 6, 2025) — Illinois Wesleyan University's Dean's List for the Fall semester of the 2024-25 academic year consisted of 827 students from 31 states and 28 countries. To qualify for the Dean's List, students must …

Illinois’ Black Leadership Coalition advocates for awareness, resources for HIV, AIDS

SPRINGFIELD (25News Now) - Advocates for healthcare equality traveled to Springfield Thursday to recognize National Black HIV and AIDS Awareness Day. Members of the Black leadership advocacy coalition spoke to lawmakers, raised awareness of HIV and AIDS in …

DOJ sues Illinois, Chicago over sanctuary policy

The U.S. government filed a lawsuit Thursday challenging the sanctuary policies in Illinois and Chicago, arguing they are unlawfully interfering with federal authorities’ ability to arrest and deport illegal immigrants. Justice Department lawyers said the …

Police investigating office-involved shooting at Illinois gas station

A Thursday morning officer-involved shooting at a Lexington, Illinois, gas station is now in the hands of the Illinois State Police. According to state police, officers shot an 18-year-old Arkansas man after he pointed a gun at the officers. The 18-year- …