Illinois blows past Iowa State 72-69 for first Elite Eight trip since 2005
Now, Illinois, a No. 3 seed, and UConn, a No. 1 seed, will meet in March Madness for the first time.
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Oak Point University's sudden upcoming closure leaves students blindsided
The sudden closure of an accredited Chicago-area nursing school left hundreds of students deciding where to finish their degrees, while another local university promised to transfer students to its ca... -
US Geological Survey reports minor earthquake in downstate Illinois
A minor earthquake was reported in downstate Illinois Thursday evening, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
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Jeni's releases new ‘Punk Stargonaut' ice cream flavors ahead of solar eclipse
With the solar eclipse just over a week away, a beloved Midwest ice cream company has unveiled special flavors to go along with the historic occasion.
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Mayor Johnson signals support for Ald. Sigcho-Lopez amid flag burning controversy
After days of refusing to comment on a controversy surrounding a member of his leadership team, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson broke his silence on 25th Ward Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez, showing support fo...