Saturday, May 18 2013 5:27 PM EDT2013-05-18 21:27:05 GMT
With just two weeks left in the legislative session, Illinois lawmakers have a full plate of controversial issues to tackle including same-sex marriage, pensions and fracking.
With just two weeks left in the legislative session, Illinois lawmakers have a full plate of controversial issues to tackle including same-sex marriage, pensions and fracking.
Saturday, May 18 2013 1:01 PM EDT2013-05-18 17:01:36 GMT
Illinois now has tougher penalties for those who use social media to organize violent "flash mobs" like those that have occurred on Chicago's Michigan Avenue and in other tourist areas.
Illinois now has tougher penalties for those who use social media to organize violent "flash mobs" like those that have occurred on Chicago's Michigan Avenue and in other tourist areas.
Apollo 13 astronaut Capt. James Lovell Jr. will help dedicate a Chicago memorial garden paying tribute to the 10th anniversary of the space shuttle Columbia disaster.
Apollo 13 astronaut Capt. James Lovell Jr. will help dedicate a Chicago memorial garden paying tribute to the 10th anniversary of the space shuttle Columbia disaster.
Although the future of Scott Air Force Base in southern Illinois won't be in question for two more years, state and local officials are preparing a plan to keep the facility open.
Although the future of Scott Air Force Base in southern Illinois won't be in question for two more years, state and local officials are preparing a plan to keep the facility open.
Friday, May 17 2013 6:49 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:49:28 GMT
An Illinois State Police expert says DNA tests show that blood found in a truck and on a shoe belonging to a man charged with killing five members of a southern Illinois family matches two of the victims.
An Illinois State Police expert says DNA tests show that blood found in a truck and on a shoe belonging to a man charged with killing five members of a southern Illinois family matches two of the victims.
Friday, May 17 2013 4:45 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:45:04 GMT
Legislation in the Illinois Senate allowing people to carry concealed weapons no longer would require applicants to show they have "good moral character."
Legislation in the Illinois Senate allowing people to carry concealed weapons no longer would require applicants to show they have "good moral character."
Friday, May 17 2013 11:28 AM EDT2013-05-17 15:28:05 GMT
A federal prison inmate already serving a 17-year sentence on Missouri drug and gun charges has been ordered to spend two more years behind bars for having a weapon in a southern Illinois lockup.
A federal prison inmate already serving a 17-year sentence on Missouri drug and gun charges has been ordered to spend two more years behind bars for having a weapon in a southern Illinois lockup.
Friday, May 17 2013 6:06 AM EDT2013-05-17 10:06:58 GMT
An East St. Louis firefighter says he's appealing his firing after his alleged refusal to take a drug test following his Texas arrest for possession of marijuana.
An East St. Louis firefighter says he's appealing his firing after his alleged refusal to take a drug test following his Texas arrest for possession of marijuana.
Thursday, May 16 2013 7:30 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:30:05 GMT
Robin Drum admits she's had a hard time dealing with her oldest daughter's death. Just a few short weeks ago a chance search on the Internet revealed a surprising path to justice.
Robin Drum admits she's had a hard time dealing with her oldest daughter's death. Just a few short weeks ago a chance search on the Internet revealed a surprising path to justice.
Thursday, May 16 2013 5:28 PM EDT2013-05-16 21:28:30 GMT
Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan says lawmakers will need to take "tough positions" to reach a compromise on legislation allowing the carrying of concealed weapons.
Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan says lawmakers will need to take "tough positions" to reach a compromise on legislation allowing the carrying of concealed weapons.
Thursday, May 16 2013 5:15 PM EDT2013-05-16 21:15:51 GMT
State universities and community colleges have agreed to gradually pick up their own retirement costs under a preliminary deal that emerged at a public hearing.
State universities and community colleges have agreed to gradually pick up their own retirement costs under a preliminary deal that emerged at a public hearing.
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:18 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:18:54 GMT
Police in southwestern Illinois say a suspect fleeing authorities jumped from a highway ramp leading to a Mississippi River bridge into St. Louis. The man survived and is hospitalized.
Police in southwestern Illinois say a suspect fleeing authorities jumped from a highway ramp leading to a Mississippi River bridge into St. Louis. The man survived and is hospitalized.
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:14 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:14:31 GMT
The Illinois House is gearing up to consider a key part of President Barack Obama's health care law, an expansion of Medicaid that would provide coverage to low-income adults who don't have children at home.
The Illinois House is gearing up to consider a key part of President Barack Obama's health care law, an expansion of Medicaid that would provide coverage to low-income adults who don't have children at home.
Thursday, May 16 2013 8:55 AM EDT2013-05-16 12:55:44 GMT
May is High Blood Pressure Education Month, a perfect time to take steps to lower your blood pressure. State health officials say if Illinoisans reduced their sodium intake by 30 percent, it would prevent
May is High Blood Pressure Education Month, a perfect time to take steps to lower your blood pressure.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:41 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:41:34 GMT
Supporters of high-volume oil and gas drilling say a bill to regulate the practice in Illinois is ready for a vote after last-minute negotiations over hiring and environmental concerns.
Supporters of high-volume oil and gas drilling say a bill to regulate the practice in Illinois is ready for a vote after last-minute negotiations over hiring and environmental concerns.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:15 AM EDT2013-05-15 09:15:14 GMT
Officials say reducing sodium consumption by 30 percent could prevent more than 100,000 cases of high blood pressure in Illinois and save $200 million in medical costs.
Officials say reducing sodium consumption by 30 percent could prevent more than 100,000 cases of high blood pressure in Illinois and save $200 million in medical costs.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:13 AM EDT2013-05-15 09:13:13 GMT
An Army veteran is being recognized for the bravery he showed nine years ago when he provided key details on the whereabouts of the enemy in Iraq after being wounded.
An Army veteran is being recognized for the bravery he showed nine years ago when he provided key details on the whereabouts of the enemy in Iraq after being wounded.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:03 PM EDT2013-05-15 03:03:28 GMT
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan announced Tuesday a joint $500 million federal and state settlement to resolve civil and criminal allegations that Ranbaxy, a generic pharmaceutical manufacturer
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan announced Tuesday a joint $500 million federal and state settlement to resolve civil and criminal allegations that Ranbaxy.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:57 PM EDT2013-05-15 02:57:18 GMT
Southern Illinois Healthcare announced Tuesday they received unanimous approval from the Illinois Health Facilities and Services Review Board in Chicago to build the region's first freestanding cancer
Southern Illinois Healthcare announced Tuesday they received unanimous approval from the Illinois Health Facilities and Services Review Board in Chicago to build the region's first freestanding cancer center.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 8:15 PM EDT2013-05-15 00:15:24 GMT
Angelina Jolie says she lost her own mother to breast cancer and didn't want her own children to wonder when she would get the disease. Local health care advocates hope her message resonates with
Local health care advocates hope Angelina Jolie's message resonates with women everywhere and brings attention to the controversial procedure.
Good Samaritan Regional Health Center says at 3:23 p.m. on Tuesday, road construction near 34th street and Veterans Memorial Drive cut a large trunk telephone line that serves incoming calls to their campus.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 1:26 PM EDT2013-05-14 17:26:29 GMT
A teacher's aide is charged with aggravated sexual abuse and the sexual transmission of HIV in connection with the alleged molestation of several boys at Cahokia High School.
An HIV-infected teacher's aide in a southwestern Illinois high school's special-needs classroom is accused of exposing a student to the AIDS-causing virus during molestations.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 9:01 AM EDT2013-05-14 13:01:23 GMT
A cable repairman has been found guilty of first-degree murder in the 2006 death of a Chicago woman who let him into her home to repair her Internet service.
A cable repairman has been found guilty of first-degree murder in the 2006 death of a Chicago woman who let him into her home to repair her Internet service.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:02 AM EDT2013-05-14 11:02:44 GMT
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Tuesday, May 14 2013 4:16 AM EDT2013-05-14 08:16:03 GMT
A teacher's aide is charged with aggravated sexual abuse and the sexual transmission of HIV in connection with the alleged molestation of several boys at Cahokia High School.
A teacher's aide is charged with aggravated sexual abuse and the sexual transmission of HIV in connection with the alleged molestation of several boys at Cahokia High School.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 4:11 AM EDT2013-05-14 08:11:35 GMT
Treating breast cancer almost always involves surgery. For years the choice was whether to remove just the cancerous lump or the whole breast. Now, new approaches are dramatically changing the way these operations...
Treating breast cancer almost always involves surgery. For years the choice was whether to remove just the cancerous lump or the whole breast. Now, new approaches are dramatically changing the way these operations are done....
Monday, May 13 2013 3:41 PM EDT2013-05-13 19:41:39 GMT
When a proposal legalizing gay marriage ramped up in President Barack Obama's home state, it seemed an easy deal. Democrats control Illinois state government and the pastor of his former church endorsed it with...
When a proposal legalizing gay marriage ramped up in President Barack Obama's home state, it seemed an easy deal.
Monday, May 13 2013 11:54 AM EDT2013-05-13 15:54:58 GMT
Dog owners are invited to spend a few hours in Harrisburg by bringing their dogs to a "Fun Dog Show" on Saturday May 18. The show is sponsored by Clovers & Cloverettes 4-H Club. The Fun Dog Show will
Dog owners are invited to spend a few hours in Harrisburg by bringing their dogs to a "Fun Dog Show" on Saturday May 18.
Monday, May 13 2013 11:26 AM EDT2013-05-13 15:26:25 GMT
Lt. Governor Sheila Simon announced her support Monday for House Bill 1, the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act. The legislation, sponsored by Sen. William Haine (D-Alton) awaits a
Lt. Governor Sheila Simon announced her support Monday for House Bill 1, the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act. The legislation, sponsored by Sen. William Haine (D-Alton) awaits a final vote in the Senate.
Monday, May 13 2013 8:45 AM EDT2013-05-13 12:45:34 GMT
A limousine driver who was allegedly drunk when he drove more than 20 suburban Chicago teenagers to a prom says he wasn't intoxicated and that mechanical problems caused his erratic driving.
A limousine driver who was allegedly drunk when he drove more than 20 suburban Chicago teenagers to a prom says he wasn't intoxicated and that mechanical problems caused his erratic driving.
Sunday, May 12 2013 5:24 PM EDT2013-05-12 21:24:06 GMT
A man described by authorities as homeless and a sex offender is accused of restraining a 10-year-old boy in central Illinois before witnesses got police to intervene.
A man described by authorities as homeless and a sex offender is accused of restraining a 10-year-old boy in central Illinois before witnesses got police to intervene.
Authorities say an Illinois man who led police on a chase in Missouri was shot and killed by officers after he suddenly accelerated his car and pointed a gun at the law enforcers.
Authorities say an Illinois man who led police on a chase in Missouri was shot and killed by officers after he suddenly accelerated his car and pointed a gun at the law enforcers.
Saturday, May 11 2013 8:30 PM EDT2013-05-12 00:30:07 GMT
The city of Dixon is citing a deposition by a former bank branch manager in its lawsuit against the bank where former city comptroller Rita Crundwell held a secret account.
The city of Dixon is citing a deposition by a former bank branch manager in its lawsuit against the bank where former city comptroller Rita Crundwell held a secret account.
Saturday, May 11 2013 8:47 AM EDT2013-05-11 12:47:35 GMT
Heartland universities are bustling with moms, dads and grads preparing for commencement ceremonies. This afternoon, 1,333 Southeast Missouri State University students will receive their degrees at the
Heartland universities are bustling with moms, dads and grads preparing for commencement ceremonies.
A federal jury has convicted a 46-year-old Chicago police officer for accepting payments from a tow truck driver in exchange for steering business from accident scenes his way.
A federal jury has convicted a 46-year-old Chicago police officer for accepting payments from a tow truck driver in exchange for steering business from accident scenes his way.
Friday, May 10 2013 1:28 PM EDT2013-05-10 17:28:37 GMT
The wet start to the corn planting season may reduce the amount each acre produces this year, but farmers are planting so much corn they're still likely to bring in a record crop.
The wet start to the corn planting season may reduce the amount each acre produces this year, but farmers are planting so much corn they're still likely to bring in a record crop.
Friday, May 10 2013 12:38 PM EDT2013-05-10 16:38:32 GMT
The Illinois House has approved legislation that would impose tougher punishment on anyone convicted of using social media to plan or incite a mob attack.
The Illinois House has approved legislation that would impose tougher punishment on anyone convicted of using social media to plan or incite a mob attack.
Friday, May 10 2013 4:24 AM EDT2013-05-10 08:24:52 GMT
A federal jury has convicted a suburban Chicago police officer of civil rights violations for striking two men with a baton outside a nightclub in 2009.
A federal jury has convicted a suburban Chicago police officer of civil rights violations for striking two men with a baton outside a nightclub in 2009.
Friday, May 10 2013 4:15 AM EDT2013-05-10 08:15:52 GMT
More than 40 health centers throughout Illinois will be able to apply for $6 million in federal funding to help people sign up for insurance under the new health care law.
More than 40 health centers throughout Illinois will be able to apply for $6 million in federal funding to help people sign up for insurance under the new health care law.
Thursday, May 9 2013 11:11 PM EDT2013-05-10 03:11:48 GMT
The demand for more ethanol in gasoline is getting a lot of support from some lawmakers in Washington D.C., along with the Environmental Protection Agency. The move could be good for farmers, but not
The demand for more ethanol in gasoline is getting a lot of support from some lawmakers in Washington D.C., along with the Environmental Protection Agency.
The move could be good for farmers, but not everyone is agreeable for more of a higher ethanol blended fuel being used in more vehicles.
Thursday, May 9 2013 7:25 PM EDT2013-05-09 23:25:58 GMT
It's spreading across the country, and no one really knows how to stop it. A deadly, incurable disease threatens our wildlife. It could impact you, whether you enjoy the great outdoors or not. Chronic
It's spreading across the country, and no one really knows how to stop it. A deadly, incurable disease threatens our wildlife. It could impact you, whether you enjoy the great outdoors or not.
Thursday, May 9 2013 3:07 PM EDT2013-05-09 19:07:10 GMT
Lawmakers in Illinois are working on legislation to regulate the practice of fracking, a controversial method to drill for oil and natural gas. A town hall meeting in Johnson County at Goreville High School
Lawmakers in Illinois are working on legislation to regulate the practice of fracking, a controversial method to drill for oil and natural gas.
Thursday, May 9 2013 11:05 AM EDT2013-05-09 15:05:49 GMT
The governing board of the Southern Illinois University system is poised told hold its first meeting since Gov. Pat Quinn appointed two new board members with approval from the state's senate.
One of two newly appointed members of the Southern Illinois University system's governing board is the panel's new chairman.
Thursday, May 9 2013 10:54 AM EDT2013-05-09 14:54:18 GMT
A long-sought historical artifact returns to Franklin County, IL 85 years after it brought justice to one of Southern Illinois' most notorious gangsters. Heartland historians have often wondered what
A long-sought historical artifact returns to Franklin County, Illinois 85 years after it brought justice to one of southern Illinois' most notorious gangsters.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 7:40 PM EDT2013-05-08 23:40:12 GMT
Viewers Nick and Kay Niestrath from America, Ill. sent us this picture Wednesday of their friend "Bob."They say they have seen several bobcats over the years, but this is the recent one they saw last week
Viewers Nick and Kay Niestrath from America, Ill. sent us this picture Wednesday of their friend "Bob."
Wednesday, May 8 2013 1:31 PM EDT2013-05-08 17:31:12 GMT
The Federal Aviation Administration says it will keep open 72 airport towers and other air traffic control facilities that were slated to close overnight as the result of automatic spending cuts imposed by Congress.
The Federal Aviation Administration says it will keep open 72 airport towers and other air traffic control facilities that were slated to close overnight as the result of automatic spending cuts imposed by Congress.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 6:42 PM EDT2013-05-07 22:42:07 GMT
Three grade level, one class. That's the idea behind the multi-aged classroom being integrated into one Perry County, Illinois school. Starting next year, Tamaroa Grade School will place first-second
Three grade level, one class.
That's the idea behind the multi-aged classroom being integrated into one Perry County, Illinois school.
Sunday, May 5 2013 9:45 PM EDT2013-05-06 01:45:04 GMT
The end of the school year is fast approaching for many students here in the Heartland. And that means that many students will be attending their prom's with a date.
The end of the school year is fast approaching for many students here in the Heartland. And that means that many students will be attending their prom's with a date.
Sunday, May 5 2013 3:09 PM EDT2013-05-05 19:09:07 GMT
Illinois Governor Pat Quinn Sunday vetoed Senate Bill 9, which he says would have allowed Illinois' large electric utilities to perform an estimated $70 million rate hike.
Illinois Governor Pat Quinn Sunday vetoed Senate Bill 9, which he says would have allowed Illinois' large electric utilities to perform an estimated $70 million rate hike.
Sunday, May 5 2013 1:04 PM EDT2013-05-05 17:04:10 GMT
Southern Illinois residents are bracing for change as the state Legislature considers a regulatory bill that could set off a rush to drill for oil and gas.
Southern Illinois residents are bracing for change as the state Legislature considers a regulatory bill that could set off a rush to drill for oil and gas.
Saturday, May 4 2013 1:28 PM EDT2013-05-04 17:28:40 GMT
With the latest round of rainfall hitting our area, rivers are on the rise once again. Here is a breakdown of rivers are at risk of flooding and who got the most rainfall amounts.
With the latest round of rainfall hitting our area, rivers are on the rise once again. Here is a breakdown of rivers are at risk of flooding and who got the most rainfall amounts.
Friday, May 3 2013 1:45 PM EDT2013-05-03 17:45:58 GMT
The U.S. Supreme Court is giving Illinois' attorney general more time to decide whether to appeal a ruling that the state's ban on the public possession of firearms is unconstitutional.
The U.S. Supreme Court is giving Illinois' attorney general more time to decide whether to appeal a ruling that the state's ban on the public possession of firearms is unconstitutional.
Friday, May 3 2013 12:09 PM EDT2013-05-03 16:09:55 GMT
Students in Illinois could soon be learning a lot more in their sex education classes then some parents and school leaders want them too. The Comprehensive Sex Education bill as it's being labeled by
Students in Illinois could soon be learning a lot more in their sex education classes than some parents and school leaders want them to. The Comprehensive Sex Education bill as it's being labeled by Illinois Lawmakers in Springfield, has some very definitive language in it.
Friday, May 3 2013 11:06 AM EDT2013-05-03 15:06:06 GMT
The Coast Guard is assessing the environmental impact of roughly 300 gallons of crude oil it says spilled into the Mississippi River.
The Coast Guard is assessing the environmental impact of roughly 300 gallons of crude oil it says spilled into the Mississippi River during a chain-reaction accident that briefly caused 14 barges to break free near Alton.
Thursday, May 2 2013 7:19 PM EDT2013-05-02 23:19:04 GMT
Fallen heroes were recognized at Illinois' Police Memorial Thursday. A group of southern Illinois police officers killed in the line of duty more than 100 years ago are among the names now etched in stone. "Things
Fallen heroes were recognized at Illinois' Police Memorial Thursday. A group of southern Illinois police officers killed in the line of duty more than 100 years ago are among the names now etched in stone.
Thursday, May 2 2013 6:16 PM EDT2013-05-02 22:16:16 GMT
Surgery along with chemotherapy. That's a lot for most adults to handle, now imagine you're 8-years-old.
Surgery along with chemotherapy. That's a lot for most adults to handle, now imagine you're 8-years-old. That's the situation facing a Benton, Illinois family. But, a very special brotherhood came together to help him out.
Friday, May 17 2013 10:28 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:28:19 GMT
When someone is texting and driving, they can travel an entire football field in just about the time it takes to read a text. So, what can parents do to prevent their teen from getting in a deadly wreck
When someone is texting and driving, they can travel an entire football field in just about the time it takes to read a text. So, what can parents do to prevent their teen from getting in a deadly wreck
Saturday, May 18 2013 7:34 PM EDT2013-05-18 23:34:42 GMT
A new federal report says inmates at jails in Indianapolis, Baltimore, St. Louis and Philadelphia face the nation's highest levels of sexual abuse at the hands of guards.
A new federal report says inmates at jails in Indianapolis, Baltimore, St. Louis and Philadelphia face the nation's highest levels of sexual abuse at the hands of guards.
Saturday, May 18 2013 6:51 PM EDT2013-05-18 22:51:13 GMT
Early Saturday morning, Blytheville police officers were involved in a deadly shooting in response to a 911 call of a person being held hostage, according to Police Chief Ross Thompson.
Early Saturday morning, Blytheville police officers were involved in a deadly shooting in response to a 911 call of a person being held hostage, according to Police Chief Ross Thompson.
Chicago Teachers Union President Karen Lewis says the fight to stop the closure of dozens of city schools will not end with the school board's upcoming vote on the proposal.
Chicago Teachers Union President Karen Lewis says the fight to stop the closure of dozens of city schools will not end with the school board's upcoming vote on the proposal.
Illinois now has tougher penalties for those who use social media to organize violent "flash mobs" like those that have occurred on Chicago's Michigan Avenue and in other tourist areas. Gov. Pat Quinn signed legislation...
Scott Feldman pitched shutout ball into the seventh inning and drove in two runs with a big two-out double, helping the Chicago Cubs beat the New York Mets 8-2 on Saturday.
Scott Feldman pitched shutout ball into the seventh inning and drove in two runs with a big two-out double, helping the Chicago Cubs beat the New York Mets 8-2 on Saturday.
Lowest Gas Prices in Anna, Benton, Cairo, Carbondale, Chester, Du Quoin, Eldorado, Harrisburg, Herrin, Johnston City, Marion, McLeansboro, Metropolis, Mount Vernon, Murphysboro, Pinckneyville, Red Bud, Sesser, Sparta, Vienna, West Frankfort
Friday, May 17 2013 8:00 PM EDT2013-05-18 00:00:58 GMT
(RNN) - Summer is fast approaching and gas prices may be increasing with the temperature. According to Gas Buddy, a five-year record in prices for gasoline is poised to be broken, with many of the record
Summer is fast approaching and gas prices may be increasing with the temperature.
Friday, May 17 2013 7:16 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:16:53 GMT
One person has died in a crash near Harrisonville, MO, Thursday evening. The crash happened on Missouri Highway 7 and Walker Road. It involved a car and a tractor-trailer. Harrisonville is in Cass County.
Savannah Nash celebrated her 16th birthday last week. She died Thursday when her car slammed into a semi while she was texting during her first time driving by herself.
Saturday, May 18 2013 8:45 AM EDT2013-05-18 12:45:34 GMT
Five-year-old Morgan Hobbs-Kinder is suffering from a brain tumor.
The Oran community will come together Saturday help a little girl battling brain cancer. Saturday evening from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. an event will be held to benefit Morgan Hobbs-Kinder. Morgan is just
The Oran community will come together Saturday help a little girl battling brain cancer.
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