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Illinois Capitol renovations 'a few months behind,' set to wrap up this winter
1+ week, 1+ day ago (156+ words) SPRINGFIELD — Nearly five years after construction crews started moving dirt on the $350 million renovation of the Illinois State Capitol’s north wing, there are finally glimmers of light at the end of the tunnel. The massive project, which included a rehab…...
UPDATE: Bodycam video of shooting at Effingham church released; Police Chief: 'They tried to de-escalate the situation"
1+ week, 4+ day ago (143+ words) Illinois State Police have released video of the July 5, 2026 shooting at St. John's Lutheran Church in Effingham. In this image taken from the video, shown are Allen O. Gattino of St. Charles, Missouri, and Patrol Sgt. Andrew Mudgette. Effingham County Sheriff…...
Will Supreme Court’s order on mail-in ballots impact voting in Illinois?
2+ week, 4+ day ago (195+ words) Effingham Daily News Teutopolis preparing TIF agreement with Unit 50 A vote-by-mail drop box is pictured in Springfield, blocks away from the Illinois Capitol. SPRINGFIELD — Illinois election officials said Tuesday they are conferring with Attorney General Kwame Raoul’s office to determine…...
Pritzker, Bailey offer different visions for Illinois education
2+ week, 5+ day ago (195+ words) Effingham Daily News Pritzker, Bailey offer different visions for Illinois education Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations, dies at 80 Gov. JB Pritzker and challenger Darren Bailey. SPRINGFIELD – Gov. JB Pritzker said during Illinois State Fair…...
Farmers urged to budget for equipment repairs amid tight margins
2+ week, 5+ day ago (157+ words) Effingham Daily News Piatt County Farm Bureau President Jared Gregg is grateful a catastrophic transmission failure in spring was covered by his tractor’s warranty. Gregg said maintaining warranty coverage is critical because of rising repair costs. Without a solid warranty…...
Illinois Democrats focused on Trump as they seek third sweep of statewide races
3+ week, 2+ day ago (262+ words) Effingham Daily News Dieterich plans Liberty Park improvements Gov. JB Pritzker, right, is joined by his running mate Christian Mitchell on stage at the Illinois Democratic County Chairs’ Association brunch in Springfield on Aug. 19, 2026. Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias…...
In Illinois, Warren urges Democrats to unite behind all party nominees
3+ week, 2+ day ago (139+ words) U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, gestures during her speech at the Illinois Democratic County Chairs’ Association brunch on Aug. 19, 2026, in Springfield. U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, addresses Illinois Democrats on Aug. 19, 2026, in Springfield. SPRINGFIELD — U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren urged Illinois…...
Amid Democratic scandals, Illinois Republicans hoping to flip legislative seats
3+ week, 2+ day ago (241+ words) Effingham Daily News Dieterich plans Liberty Park improvements Senate Minority Leader John Curran talks to Republicans at the Illinois State Fair on Aug. 20, 2026. SPRINGFIELD — Illinois Republicans are hoping to buck historic midterm election trends by focusing on affordability and Democratic…...
With Trump barely mentioned, Illinois Republicans focus on common enemy: Pritzker
3+ week, 2+ day ago (125+ words) Darren Bailey and Aaron Del Mar, the Republican ticket for governor in 2026, greet fairgoers on Aug. 20, 2026, during Republican Day at the Illinois State Fair. Fairgoers celebrate the Republican ticket for governor on Aug. 20, 2026. New Illinois Republican Party chair Bob Grogan…...
Pritzker, Bailey seek to convince farmers at forum they’re the best candidate for agriculture
1+ mon, 11+ hour ago (113+ words) Effingham Daily News Democratic Gov. JB Pritzker, left, and Republican candidate Darren Bailey, right, discussed agricultural issues on Monday. Democratic Gov. JB Pritzker SHIRLEY, Ill. — Illinois farmers heard pitches from incumbent Gov. JB Pritzker and downstate Republican farmer Darren Bailey on…...